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    Built by someone who navigated a complex 30% ruling case

    30% ruling calculator: find out if you qualify, in 3 minutes.

    A clear, free 30% eligibility check. Get instant clarity, then optional expert help if needed.

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    From January 2027, the 30% ruling becomes the 27% ruling for anyone who started benefiting from 2024 onward. Existing higher rates are protected for the years before 2027.

    The Eligibility Tool

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    Prefer to read first? read the full 30% ruling rulebook, or see twelve borderline 30% ruling cases.

    How it works

    Take the eligibility check

    3 minutes, no signup.

    Get your result

    Green, orange or red, with your savings and your deadline.

    Get expert help if you want it

    From the Expert Check to a full application.

    What users say

    Real users, real results

    "Two firms had already told me my case was too complicated to bother with, so I'd more or less given up. I ran the check expecting another no. It actually walked through why my situation could work. First straight answer I'd gotten from anyone."

    Aditi M.
    MSc graduate, fintech in Amsterdam
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    "I'd done freelance work for a US company during my master's and was convinced it had killed my chances. The Expert Check laid out exactly how that income should be framed and what to attach. Went from panicking to knowing what to do."

    Karthik R.
    data analyst, recently graduated in NL
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    "The paperwork was the part I'd been putting off for weeks. I handed it over, they built and filed the whole thing, and I just answered questions when they came up. Approval came through in about three weeks."

    Mateo R.
    software engineer, relocated from Madrid
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    * Names changed for privacy. Outcomes reflect actual user experiences.

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    Still not sure where you stand?

    Take the free 30% check, or email us your case. We reply within one business day.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is this an official Belastingdienst tool?
    No. This is an independent tool built to help expats understand their eligibility before engaging the tax authorities or a paid advisor. Not affiliated with the Dutch Tax Administration.
    Is my data shared with anyone?
    Your quiz answers are saved anonymously for product analytics. Your name, email or phone are only saved if you enter them, and only used to follow up on your case. We never sell or share your data.
    Do you guarantee my application will be approved?
    No. You shouldn't trust anyone who does. Belastingdienst decides every 30% ruling application. What we can do is honestly assess your case, prepare it in the strongest possible way, and tell you upfront what risks exist. We don't predict outcomes, we make the strongest case for yours.
    Why use this instead of a big tax firm?
    Large firms charge €500 to €1,500 to assess and file standard cases. For straightforward situations that is unnecessary. For complex cases (Dutch master's graduates, KvK income, BV setup, borderline timing), our focused experience with exactly these profiles delivers better results at a fraction of the cost. See our services.
    What if my application is rejected?

    If your application has been rejected, you have two paths under Dutch tax law. You can file an objection (bezwaar) directly with Belastingdienst within 6 weeks of the rejection, in writing or via MijnBelastingdienst. If the objection is also rejected, you have a further 6 weeks to file an appeal (beroep) with the district court, which is a formal legal procedure that takes 6 to 12 months and may require an attorney.

    What we can help with: a review of your rejection reasons, an assessment of whether your case has grounds for objection, and help structuring the bezwaar letter with supporting documentation and references to relevant court precedents. What we don't do: represent you in court at the appeal stage. That requires a tax attorney.

    If you've been rejected and want a review of your case, reach out at hello@dutchruling.com.

    How is the 30% Check different from ChatGPT?

    ChatGPT can summarize what the 30% ruling is, but it can't assess your specific case. It doesn't know the current 2026 salary thresholds, the recent court rulings on borderline cases, or how Belastingdienst interprets the rules in practice. Its answers tend to be generic and sometimes wrong on Dutch tax specifics.

    The 30% Check is built around the actual eligibility criteria, current thresholds, recent court precedents, and the specific factors Belastingdienst considers when reviewing applications. You answer questions about your situation, and the tool gives you a tiered assessment along with the specific strengths and risks of your case.

    If you're using ChatGPT for this, you're getting a confident-sounding generic answer. Take the 30% Check instead. It's free.

    Can my employer or HR team use this tool?
    Yes. HR teams and relocation managers use it to pre-screen employees before the formal application process. If you are an employer with multiple employees to assess, see for HR teams.
    What's the application deadline?
    You must apply within 4 months of your employment start date for the ruling to apply retroactively from day one. Late applications are still possible but the benefit only starts from the 1st of the month after submission, meaning you lose the retroactive months.