Explore visas & immigration pathways

For young people aged 18-25 to live with a Dutch host family and take part in cultural exchange.

For US citizens starting a Dutch business under the 1956 Dutch-American Friendship Treaty, at a lower bar than the general Self-Employed Person permit.

For recent graduates with a job offer for highly skilled work from an IND-recognised sponsor, at the reduced 2026 salary threshold.

For non-EU professionals with a job offer for highly skilled work from an IND-recognised sponsor, at the general 2026 salary threshold.

For the non-EU minor child of a sponsor with Dutch nationality or a valid Dutch residence permit to join them.

For non-EU professionals aged 30 or older with a job offer from an IND-recognised sponsor, at the standard 2026 salary threshold.

For non-EU professionals under 30 with a job offer from an IND-recognised sponsor, at the reduced 2026 salary threshold.

For managers, specialists, or trainees transferring within the same corporate group to a Dutch branch.

A 1-year, sponsor-free permit for recent graduates, PhD holders, or former researchers to look for skilled work in the Netherlands.

For the non-EU partner of a Dutch citizen or resident to join them in the Netherlands.

For non-EU researchers with a hosting agreement with an IND-recognised Dutch research institution.

For non-EU workers to work temporarily in Dutch agriculture or horticulture, for up to 24 weeks.

For non-EU freelancers or entrepreneurs whose business serves a substantial Dutch economic interest.

For non-EU entrepreneurs with a recognised facilitator agreement to start an innovative business in the Netherlands.

For non-EU students admitted to a Dutch university or university of applied sciences.

For young citizens of Argentina, Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan, or Uruguay to live and work in the Netherlands for up to 12 months.