Requirements
Do you qualify for the DAFT visa? Check the requirements — age, background, finances, and everything the IND looks for.
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DAFT Requirements Hub: Everything You Need to Qualify
All DAFT visa requirements in one place. What you actually need to qualify, from US citizenship and the €4,500 deposit to business registration and documents.
Read Article →FeaturedDAFT Visa Age Requirements: Can You Apply at Any Age?
There is no age limit for the DAFT visa. Applicants from their 20s to their 60s have successfully moved to the Netherlands — here is what you need to know.
Read Article →FeaturedDAFT Criminal Background Check: What Disqualifies You?
What criminal records disqualify you from DAFT? Here is what the IND checks, what actually matters, and how minor offenses differ from serious crimes.
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Eligibility & Documents
What you need to qualify for the DAFT visa.
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