Work in Netherlands
High wages and an English-friendly workplace culture for skilled professionals and specialists.
Overview
The Netherlands mainly welcomes non-EU workers through the Highly Skilled Migrant scheme (via recognised sponsors) or the combined residence and work permit (GVVA). The employer typically starts the procedure with the IND.
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Visa / permit
Highly Skilled Migrant / Single permit (GVVA)
Typical processing
1 – 3 months
Entry-level salary
€2,100 – €3,000 / month
Capital
Amsterdam
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
Dutch
Step-by-step process
- 1
Receive a job offer from an IND-recognised sponsor
- 2
Employer submits the application to the IND
- 3
Collect the MVV entry visa (if required)
- 4
Travel and register with the municipality (BSN)
- 5
Collect your residence permit
Document checklist
- Valid passport
- Employment contract meeting salary criteria
- Antecedents certificate
- Birth certificate (legalised)
- Passport photographs
Requirements can change. Confirm the latest list with the embassy or your Mapmiles counsellor.
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