Your first impression on paper.

Most rental agencies in Amsterdam look for application letters that explain the expat's situation, employment stability, and connection to Amsterdam — in clear, professional language. A generic email rarely makes the cut.

What we write for you

• Personalised introduction — who you are, why you're moving to Amsterdam, and your timeline.
• Employment & income section — clearly states your employer, contract type, and income relative to the rent.
• Lifestyle & reliability signals — highlights what Dutch landlords value: stability, non-smoker, no pets (if applicable), a clean rental history.
• Household composition — who will be living in the property and why the size suits you.
• Why this property — personalised to the listing, showing genuine interest rather than a copy-paste.
• Call to action — a natural, confident close that invites the landlord to respond.
• Professional tone — not too formal, not too casual: the register Dutch landlords prefer.
• English and Dutch — delivered in both languages, ready to send, the moment you finish the form.

What your application letter looks like

A confident, professional introduction — written in English (with a matching Dutch version) in the right tone to help landlords take you seriously from the first read. The application letter is generated instantly by the €5 dossier, and is also included in the Essential (€199) and Premium (€699) packages.

Example excerpt

Personalised for each application. A sample:

Dear [Landlord / Agency Name], My name is Sophie Müller. I am a German national currently relocating from Munich to Amsterdam in connection with my new role as a Senior UX Designer at ASML, starting 1 September 2025. I hold a permanent employment contract with a gross monthly income of €5,800. I am looking for a long-term rental of at least 12 months, ideally in the De Pijp or Oud-Zuid area. I live alone, do not smoke, and have no pets. I have rented privately for the past four years in Munich and can provide a reference from my current landlord. Your apartment at [address] immediately stood out to me because of its proximity to my office and the quiet street location. I would love the opportunity to arrange a viewing at your convenience…

The full letter is tailored to each property you apply for.

Why expats need professional help

Common mistakes

• Using a generic template for every application.
• Listing CV details instead of telling a story.
• Mentioning income without context for Dutch norms.
• Overly formal or stiff language.
• Missing the "why Amsterdam, why this place" angle.

With your application letter

• Tailored, personal, and engaging from line one.
• Income presented in a way that reassures landlords.
• Addresses the landlord's real concerns up front.
• A confident, warm tone — not desperate, not cold.
• Stands apart from dozens of other applicants.

How it works

• Fill in the form — share your background, situation, and target property details. Takes about two minutes.
• See your application score — free — we show how your profile reads to an agent before you pay anything.
• Unlock your dossier — €5 — your application letter (in English and Dutch) is generated instantly, alongside your tenant profile, document checklist and follow-up message.
• Apply with confidence — send the letter for that property, and reuse the structure for future applications.

Included in these packages

• €5 dossier — the application letter in English and Dutch, generated instantly the moment you complete the form.
• Essential (€199) — adds a specialist review of your dossier and application letter before you send it.
• Premium (€699) — the full package, with hands-on support and a contract check before you sign.

Your first impression matters. Start with the free application score, and unlock your letter in English and Dutch for €5 — ready to send.