The highly skilled migrant permit – the fastest route into Dutch work.
The fastest work route, for professionals hired by an IND recognised sponsor.
hsmvisa.nl Open website FamilyLive together in the Netherlands with your spouse or long-term partner.
partner-visa.nl Open website Refused?A negative IND decision? Deadlines, objection and court – and how we represent you.
IND and court Get help BusinessOne year to build an innovative company, guided by a recognised facilitator.
startup-visa.nl Open website FamilyBring your children and family members to live with you in the Netherlands.
family-visa.nl Open website Stay & citizenshipNaturalisation or the option procedure – and your Dutch passport.
dutch-citizenship.nl Open website Stay & citizenshipAfter five years: a permit with no end date, or EU long-term resident status.
eu-permanent.nl Open website WorkFor highly qualified professionals with a Dutch job offer – with mobility across the EU.
bluecardvisa.nl Open website BusinessRun your own business in the Netherlands – with a plan that passes the RVO points test.
selfemployed-visa.nl Open website BusinessThe Dutch-American Friendship Treaty: €4,500 investment and no points test.
daft-nl.com Open website BusinessThe Dutch-Japanese trade treaty for entrepreneurs, with free work rights for family.
djtt-nl.com Open website BusinessEU–Turkey Association Agreement: easier routes for Turkish entrepreneurs and workers.
etta-nl.com Open website StudyStudent residence permit for universities and colleges – from admission to arrival.
study-visa.nl Open website StudyOne year after graduation to find a job or start a business – work freely.
orientation-year.nl Open website WorkFor managers, specialists and trainees moving to a Dutch branch of their company.
ictvisa.nl Open website WorkWork and residence in one permit, after a labour market test by UWV.
Work and residence Read more WorkFor researchers at a recognised research organisation, with their family.
EU directive 2016/801 Read more WorkUp to one year of travel and work for young people from nine countries.
Age 18 to 30 Read more Short stayVisit family, travel or do business – up to 90 days, and objection after a refusal.
shortstayvisa.nl Open website IntegrationThe exam abroad, exemptions and the diploma for permanent residence and citizenship.
civic-integration.nl Open website VIP servicePremium, fully managed immigration and relocation for executives, investors and their families – personal and efficient.
vip-immigration.nl Open website RelocationComplete relocation for companies and families – permits, housing, registration and schools, with a personal guide at every appointment.
relocation-nl.nl Open website LeavingYour checklist, keeping your permit or nationality abroad, tax and coming back.
emigrating.nl Open website Newcomers’ guideYour complete guide to life in the Netherlands: arrival, housing, work, education, family, insurance and Dutch law – all in one place.
123-nl.com Open website City guideMade for expats, international students and newcomers in beautiful Eindhoven – local services and practical help to feel at home in the city.
123eindhoven.nl Open website News & updatesThe latest IND changes, salary thresholds and fees – explained in plain English, with what they mean for you.
Updated October 2026 Read the news Useful infoLive weather, migration statistics, key amounts for 2026, public holidays and useful websites.
Weather · numbers · tips View the facts EU lawChavez, family of EU citizens, the EU route and Article 8 – often without the income requirement.
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