Can foreign income be used for a Dutch mortgage?

Some lenders accept foreign income (in part), others do not. Currency, verifiability and sustainability all play a role.

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What is considered

  • The currency the income is paid in.
  • Whether the income is structural and verifiable.
  • Where tax is paid on the income.
  • The lender's policy.

Good to know

Options differ per personal situation and per lender. Always have your situation assessed personally.

Last updated: 27 August 2026

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