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Dutch Mortgage Eligibility Calculator

Estimate Dutch mortgage eligibility with 2026 Nibud borrowing standards, partner income, energy label, DUO debt, NHG eligibility and the 30% ruling.

Last reviewed: 7 October 2026 Methodology: Based on official Nibud borrowing standards Confirmed rules: 2026 tax brackets & rates Future outlook: 2027 Nibud and NHG figures shown are provisional estimates

Disclaimer: Interest rates displayed are static indicative planning assumptions, not live market rates or a formal loan offer. Actual rates depend on your personal financial assessment, property valuation, risk tier, and final underwriting by the mortgage lender.

Your situation

2026 rules · NHG € 470.000 (€ 498.200 with energy measures) · starter exemption up to € 555.000

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Use indicative baseline rates

Using static 2026 indicative baseline rates

3.85%
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Maximum estimated mortgage

€ 418.081

Based on € 75.000 combined gross income · 29.1% financieringslast · 3.45% effective rate over 30 years

Net monthly payment

€ 1.418

€ 1.866 gross − € 447 hypotheekrenteaftrek

NHG status

Within 2026 Standard NHG Limit

2026 NHG limit € 470.000 · € 498.200 with energy measures · a lower lender rate may be available; the exact discount varies

Capacity breakdown

Principal vs interest over 30 years

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Purchase costs & house eligibility

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Indicative Mortgage Rates

Rates checked September 2026. Actual mortgage offers vary by lender, borrower profile, property, loan-to-value and other circumstances. Monthly repayment shown for a€ 418.081 annuity mortgage over 30 years. Click a lender to apply its rate to the calculator.

LenderRateMonthly repaymentTag
Florius3.49%€ 1.875 Lowest rate
Triodos Bank3.51%€ 1.880
Lloyds Bank3.53%€ 1.884
Obvion Hypotheken3.56%€ 1.891
ABN AMRO3.58%€ 1.896Big 3 bank
Rabobank3.62%€ 1.905Big 3 bank
ING Bank3.65%€ 1.913Big 3 bank
ASN Bank3.68%€ 1.920
Aegon / a.s.r.3.71%€ 1.927
Nationale-Nederlanden (NN)3.74%€ 1.934

Estimates are based on 2026 Nibud borrowing standards. Final mortgage approvals depend on official bank underwriting (e.g. ING, ABN AMRO, Rabobank).

Nibud financieringslast (2026)

Nibud sets, per income bracket and interest rate, the maximum share of your gross income that may go to mortgage costs. That monthly amount is converted into a loan using a 30-year annuity, so a higher rate lowers the principal you can borrow even when your income is unchanged.

Energy label bonus

Energy-efficient homes get extra borrowing room on top of the income-based amount: +€10,000 for A/B, +€20,000 for A+/A++, and up to +€50,000 for a very-well-insulated A++++ home. Labels C and below receive no bonus.

DUO and consumer debt

Your DUO monthly payment reduces capacity, but at a lighter weighting than consumer credit. Personal loans, revolving credit, and lease cars weigh heaviest — each €100/month of consumer credit can cost roughly €20,000 of mortgage capacity.

NHG and the 30% ruling

The 2026 NHG limit is €470,000 (or €498,200 when financing energy-saving measures); the 2027 estimates of €490,000 and €520,000 are provisional and not yet officially confirmed. NHG can qualify you for a lower mortgage rate with some lenders. The exact rate and discount depend on the lender and mortgage, and a one-off 0.4% provision fee applies. Variable rates and fixed terms under 10 years are tested against the Dutch AFM/Nibud stress rate (5.00%) for borrowing capacity. Many lenders assess borrowing capacity using contractual gross income, but treatment of the 30% ruling can vary by lender. A lower taxable income also makes the mortgage interest deduction worth less.

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Frequently asked questions

How much can I borrow with the 30% ruling in the Netherlands?
Most lenders base your maximum mortgage on your full gross salary including the portion paid as the 30% allowance, because the ruling is a tax facility rather than a pay cut. A few lenders are stricter and only count the taxable part. Because the ruling can expire within five years, some lenders also stress-test whether you could still afford the payment without it.
What is NHG and is it worth the fee?
Nationale Hypotheek Garantie is a national guarantee scheme for mortgages within the applicable annual cost limit. A one-off fee applies. NHG can qualify you for a lower mortgage rate with some lenders, and it may provide protection in specified situations involving a forced sale. The exact rate, discount and suitability depend on the lender, mortgage and your circumstances.
Can I get a mortgage in the Netherlands on a temporary contract?
Yes. With a temporary contract you normally need an intentieverklaring — an employer statement of intent to offer a permanent contract on the same terms if performance stays the same. Without one, lenders may use an average of your last three years of income (perspectiefverklaring for flex workers) or reduce the amount you can borrow.
What is an energy label bonus and how much extra can it add?
Nibud standards allow extra borrowing capacity for energy-efficient homes: a small increase for labels A and above, and a larger allowance when the additional amount is spent on energy-saving measures. The bonus recognises that lower energy bills leave more room in your monthly budget, and it can add several tens of thousands of euro to your maximum.

Official primary sources

Calculator tax, benefit and pension parameters are based on relevant official publications. Market rates and personal entitlements can differ. Calculations are indicative estimates, not official assessments or financial or tax advice.

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