Currency
EUR
€
Healthcare
Mandatory Private
€0/mo
Work Visa
2-4 weeks (fast track)
processing time
Deposit
2 mo
of rent
Visa & Work Permits
Which city in Netherlands?
What the taxman takes: France vs Netherlands
Same gross salary in both places: €5,000 (EUR) per month.
France
3550.0%
effective tax rate
Net: €3,225/mo
Netherlands
2970.0%
effective tax rate
Net: €3,515/mo
Rough numbers for a single filer with standard deductions. Your actual rate shifts with income, city, and your own situation.
What daily life costs in Netherlands
The up-front bill, moving to Netherlands
Rental Deposit
2 month(s) of rent
Agency Fee
1 month(s) of rent
Registration & Admin
€0
Typically 1-2 months deposit. Agent fees often apply. Very competitive market in Amsterdam.
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Questions people actually ask
How does Netherlands compare to France on cost of living?
It depends on the city. In Amsterdam, a one-bed runs €1,300 to €3,200 and groceries land around €400 a month. In Rotterdam, a one-bed runs €1,050 to €2,300 and groceries land around €350 a month. In Eindhoven, a one-bed runs €1,040 to €2,000 and groceries land around €320 a month.
Do I need a visa to work in Netherlands from France?
Highly Skilled Migrant visa (fast track). 30% tax ruling for qualifying expats. If you hold an EU passport: Free to work. Register with municipality (BSN number) within 5 days.. Expect processing to take 2-4 weeks (fast track). Double-check the current rules with the Netherlands immigration authority before you book anything.
How does healthcare work in Netherlands once you arrive?
Netherlands runs a Mandatory Private system. Private insurance mandatory (~€120-150/month). Employer often contributes. €385 yearly deductible. Public coverage is roughly €0 a month. Private sits around €130.
How much tax will I pay in Netherlands?
On €5,000 gross a month, you're looking at roughly 2970.0% effective. That leaves about €3,515 in your account. The real number moves with your income, your city, and your situation.
What up-front money do I need to move from France to Netherlands?
Budget 2 month(s) of rent for the deposit, plus another 1 month(s) for the agency fee. Registration and paperwork usually come in around €0. Typically 1-2 months deposit. Agent fees often apply. Very competitive market in Amsterdam.