DAFT DIY Companion — DAFT Visa Application Review & DIY Support (Netherlands)
DIYing the Dutch-American Friendship Treaty (DAFT) route and want DAFT visa help without paying for a full “done-for-you” service?
DAFT DIY Companion is a fixed-fee support option: you stay in control and submit your own application, and I help you build a cleaner file, interpret “what does this request mean?” moments, and avoid the common sequencing mistakes that cause delays.
Important: This is practical guidance and coordination based on your situation. You submit your own application and attend any identity/biometrics or in‑person appointments yourself.
Best for
- You’re DIYing DAFT and want a DAFT application review before you submit — so you’re not flying blind.
- You want help turning the official requirements into a clean checklist for your situation (timing, location, family, ZZP vs BV).
- You’re tired of conflicting advice and want a calm, sources-first approach.
- You want to avoid delays from missing documents, bad sequencing, or “we booked the wrong thing first” mistakes.
What’s included
- DAFT-specific intake (timing, household, business setup path) so advice matches your reality.
- Pre-flight review of your draft file: eligibility sanity-check + document gap list + “what’s strongest evidence here?” feedback.
- Annotated feedback on your draft forms/materials (you submit the application yourself).
- Written “what happens next” timeline so you can sequence IND → BRP/BSN → KvK → bank without timing traps.
- Companion dashboard to track your stage, next steps, and key reminders.
- Ticket-based support so you can ask questions and keep a written record (access lasts up to 6 months from purchase).
Not a fit if…
- You want someone to submit the application on your behalf or attend appointments for you.
- You need legal representation or want a guarantee of approval (nobody can guarantee that).
- Your case has unusual complexity (e.g., prior refusals, unclear eligibility, complicated treaty interpretation). In that situation, an immigration lawyer may be the right next step.
Companion is built for capable DIYers who want a second set of eyes, better sequencing, and fewer surprises — without handing off the whole process.
Common tickets & questions we help with
These are the “stuck points” that most DIY applicants hit. Companion exists so you don’t have to guess.
Sequencing & timing
- “What order should we do this in?” (IND → municipality/BRP/BSN → KvK → bank)
- Appointment planning (what to book first, what can wait, what blocks the next step)
- Move timing: “What can we do before arrival vs after?”
- Family logistics: aligning school timing / housing / registration milestones
Documents & evidence
- “Is this enough evidence?” and “What’s missing from my file?”
- Bank statement and capital proof trail (so it matches what IND expects)
- Opening balance sheet: what it is, when it’s needed, and what to ask your bookkeeper
- KVK proof / business setup documentation sanity-check
IND letters & follow-ups
- “The IND asked for more documents — what do they mean?”
- How to respond calmly (what to provide, what to clarify, what not to overdo)
- Keeping your admin trail clean so renewal isn’t a scramble later
What the IND actually asks for (sources-first)
DAFT is often more DIY-able than people think — but the application becomes painful when you don’t translate the official requirements into a clean checklist and sequence. Companion is built around the official documents and the “boring admin” that wins.
Examples of what we sanity-check in your file
- Whether your business/banking trail supports the “substantial capital” expectation (and whether your bank statement presentation matches the requirement).
- Whether your KvK proof / business details are current and aligned with your forms.
- Whether your sequencing plan is realistic for your municipality, timing, and appointments.
- Whether you’re missing a document category that commonly triggers follow-up questions.
Official starting points (helpful for DIYers):
• IND self-employed permit overview: ind.nl
• IND application form (self-employed): Form 7524 (PDF)
How it works
If you haven’t yet, start with these two resources (they’re the backbone of the Companion approach):
• DAFT is DIY — what you actually need (and what you don’t)
• The DAFT timeline — the order of operations that prevents delay
Step 1
Create a free portal account (or log in)
Step 2
Purchase DAFT DIY Companion (one‑time fee)
Step 3
Your dashboard unlocks (status + next steps + tickets)
Step 4
Tell us where you are in the DAFT process and what you’re trying to do next
Step 5
Submit a ticket and get a clear response + recommended next steps
Step 6
Use Companion throughout your DAFT journey (up to 6 months access)
What I’ll need from you (so this stays DIY-friendly)
Before you submit
- Your target timing (move date / planned IND appointment timing)
- Your draft DAFT/self-employed forms (if already started)
- A list of documents you plan to include (even if they’re not perfectly organized yet)
- Anything that affects sequencing (family, housing plan, municipality constraints)
If you’re already in motion
- Any messages you’ve received from IND / municipality / KvK / bank that you’re unsure how to interpret
- Your current status (what’s done, what’s booked, what’s stuck)
- What outcome you want next (submit file, respond to a request, plan the next appointment)
We keep this lightweight and practical. Please don’t upload highly sensitive documents unless explicitly requested — in most cases, a checklist + high-level facts are enough to start.
FAQ
Is this legal advice / do you act as my lawyer?
No. This is practical guidance and coordination based on your situation. If you need legal representation or complex eligibility advice, you should speak with an immigration lawyer.
Do you submit my DAFT application for me?
No — you submit your own application and attend any identity/biometrics or in‑person appointments yourself. Companion is designed to help you submit with more confidence and fewer avoidable mistakes.
What stage is DAFT DIY Companion best for?
Most people get the highest value right before submission (pre-flight review + sequencing plan), and then again during follow-ups (questions, appointment sequencing, and “what do I do next?” moments).
We’re a couple / we have kids — can this still help?
Yes. Even when one person is the main applicant, the household timeline often drives sequencing (housing, registration, school timing). Companion can help you keep the plan coherent. If you need full “project management” of multiple files, you may prefer a full-service provider (not currently offered here).
Can you help if the IND requests additional documents?
Yes — Companion is useful for translating “what does this request mean?” into a clear next action list and a calmer response plan. You still submit the materials yourself.
Can you help with the business setup pieces (KvK, banking, capital trail)?
At a practical level, yes — especially around sequencing and documentation hygiene. If you need bookkeeping outputs (e.g., an opening balance sheet), we’ll clarify what to ask a qualified bookkeeper for.
Get access
One-time purchase (€350 + VAT) gives you dashboard access + ticket support for up to 6 months.
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