Your work permit
Highly skilled
The fastest work route – with an employer that is an IND recognised sponsor.
hsmvisa.nl →EU Blue Card
For highly qualified jobs with a higher education degree, with mobility across the EU.
bluecardvisa.nl →ICT permit
For managers, specialists and trainees moving to the Dutch branch of their company.
ictvisa.nl →Researchers
For researchers with a hosting agreement at a recognised research organisation.
Researchers →Self-employed
Run your own business, with a business plan that passes the points test.
selfemployed-visa.nl →Working holiday
Up to one year of travel and work for young people from nine countries.
Working holiday →Working life
Finding a job
Use international job boards, LinkedIn and recruiters – and check which permit the job allows.
Werk.nl →Your payslip
Check your gross salary, wage tax, holiday allowance and pension on every monthly payslip.
Ask us →Losing your job
Report to UWV quickly. Your residence permit may depend on your job – get advice in time.
UWV →General information, not legal advice. Rules and amounts change – always check the official source before you decide.