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Netherlands

Ideally situated in Western Europe, the Netherlands is a small but highly developed country. It boasts one of the top 20 GDP per capita in the world as well as the 5th largest economy in the EU. Known for its strong commitment to protecting the human rights of its residents and citizens as well as its excellent quality of life, the Netherlands is prime for both private residence and business opportunities.

Capital: Amsterdam

Currency: Euro (€)

Language: Dutch

Passport strength: 4th - 191 destinations visa-free/VOA

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white and brown concrete building beside body of water under blue sky during daytime

Highly Skilled Migrant (HSM) Visa

The Highly Skilled Migrant (Knowledge Migrant) visa is designed for professionals with specialized skills who receive a job offer from a Dutch employer recognized by the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND). This pathway allows fast processing and easier relocation for qualified roles.

Requirements for Applicants

  • Must have a valid job offer from an IND-recognized employer.

  • Meet minimum salary thresholds set by the Dutch government.

  • Possess qualifications or experience relevant to the offered role.

  • Fulfill health insurance and security requirements.

In short: The HSM visa is the Netherlands’ primary employer-driven pathway for skilled professionals. Recognition of the employer by IND is mandatory.

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cars parked in front of brown building during night time

EU Blue Card

The EU Blue Card is for highly educated professionals who wish to work and live in the Netherlands under favorable conditions. It is part of an EU-wide scheme that provides mobility across EU countries.

Requirements for Applicants

  • Must hold a recognized higher education degree.

  • Have a valid employment contract in the Netherlands meeting minimum salary requirements.

  • Employer does not need to be IND-recognized, unlike the HSM route.

  • Meet general residence, health, and security criteria.

In short: The EU Blue Card is ideal for professionals with advanced qualifications seeking flexible long-term mobility within the EU.

brown and white concrete building during nighttime
brown and white concrete building during nighttime

The ICT permit allows multinational companies to transfer managers, specialists, or trainees from offices abroad to their branches in the Netherlands.

Requirements for Applicants

  • Must be employed by a company outside the EU that has a branch in the Netherlands.

  • Transfer must be for a managerial, specialist, or trainee role.

  • Must have been employed by the company for at least 3 months prior to transfer.

  • Employment conditions must meet Dutch labor standards.

In short: The ICT permit facilitates the transfer of skilled employees within multinational organizations to their Dutch branches.

Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) Permit

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