The Netherlands has become one of Europe's most powerful launchpads for international startups. Now, together with ACE, DutchBasecamp offers a full Netherlands Startup Visa program that takes you from eligibility assessment to your first European customers.

If you've been looking for the right way to expand your startup to Europe, this is where to start.

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Why the Netherlands Startup Visa Is a Smart Move for International Founders

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The Netherlands Startup Visa is one of the most accessible pathways for non-EU founders to establish a company inside the European Union. But a visa alone doesn't build a business. That's where our program comes in.

By combining the startup visa process with hands-on business support, we've built a program that doesn't just get you through the door, it sets you up to grow once you're inside.

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Why Launch Your Startup in the Netherlands?

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Founders who choose to launch in the Netherlands gain access to one of Europe's most business-friendly environments. Here's why the Dutch ecosystem stands out:

Transparent Legal and Tax System

The Netherlands offers a predictable, well-structured legal and tax framework. There are no hidden complexities for founders. What you see is what you get, and the system is designed to support business creation and growth.

English-Speaking Business Environment

Doing business in the Netherlands doesn't require learning Dutch. The country's business community — from investors and lawyers to potential customers and employees — operates entirely in English. For international founders, this dramatically lowers the friction of entering a new market.

Strategic Gateway to European Markets

With direct access to Germany, the UK, France, Belgium, and Scandinavia, the Netherlands is the natural entry point for any startup planning to scale across Europe. Rotterdam is one of the world's busiest ports. Schiphol Airport connects you to the rest of the continent in under two hours.

A Proven Track Record

The Dutch startup ecosystem has produced globally recognized companies including Adyen, Mollie, and Picnic. The Netherlands consistently ranks among the world's most competitive and innovative economies — and our ecosystem continues to attract serious talent and capital.

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What Our Netherlands Startup Visa Program Includes

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Eligibility assessment and strategy

We start by evaluating whether the Netherlands Startup Visa is the right route for you and build a tailored plan from there.

Business plan optimization and market entry roadmap

We sharpen your plan so it resonates with Dutch investors, partners, and customers.

Company setup, bank account opening, and compliance

We handle the operational side so you can focus on building.

Landing first customers and POCs

Our program is specifically designed to get you commercial traction from day one, not just get you registered.

Fundraising support

We connect you to the right investors in the Dutch ecosystem at the right stage.

Access to our community

Events, demo days, and trade missions throughout the program keep you embedded in the European startup scene.

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Who Is This Program For?

This program is for international founders outside the EU who are serious about scaling in Europe. To qualify, you need a scalable, innovative business model and either an MVP or early commercial traction.

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Start Your European Expansion in the Netherlands

The infrastructure is here. The market access is here. The ecosystem is here.

If you're serious about scaling your startup across Europe, the Netherlands is the right place to start, and we are here to support you.

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Ready to explore your options? Get in touch with us today.

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