Netherlands visas
30 routes, checked against official sources
Study
- Intern or Apprentice Residence PermitResidence permit to do an internship or apprenticeship in the Netherlands as part of your education.EUR 423 (single permit) · Up to 9 weeks
- Student Intra-EU Mobility (Directive EU 2016/801)Mobility to the Netherlands as part of a study programme begun in another EU member state.Free · Up to 4 weeks
- Student Residence Permit (Secondary or Vocational Education)Residence permit to study at secondary or vocational (MBO) level in the Netherlands.EUR 254 · Up to 9 weeks
- Study Residence Permit (MVV + VVR)Residence permit for non-EU/EEA students enrolled at a recognised Dutch university or higher professional education (HBO) institution. Non-EU nationals typic...EUR 254 · Up to 9 weeks
Work
- Au Pair Residence PermitResidence permit to stay with a Dutch host family as an au pair for cultural exchange, with light household duties.EUR 423 · 2–13 weeks
- Cross-Border Service Provider Residence PermitResidence permit for workers posted to the Netherlands to provide a cross-border service for a foreign employer.EUR 85 · Up to 13 weeks
- Cross-Border Worker PermitPermit for a worker employed in the Netherlands who lives outside it and crosses the border for work.Free · Usually within a day
- Cultural Exchange Residence PermitResidence permit for participation in a recognised cultural exchange programme in the Netherlands.EUR 423 · 2–13 weeks
- Essential Start-up Personnel Residence PermitResidence permit for essential staff joining an innovative Dutch start-up.EUR 423 · Up to 13 weeks
- European Blue Card (Netherlands)EU-wide work and residence permit for highly educated employees from outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland taking up a highly qualified position with a Dutch employer.EUR 423 · 4–13 weeks
- Highly Skilled Migrant Residence PermitTemporary residence permit allowing non-EU nationals to work in the Netherlands for an IND-recognised sponsor employer. Aimed at knowledge workers (kennismig...EUR 423 · Up to 13 weeks
- Intra-Corporate Transferee (ICT) Residence PermitWork and residence permit for managers, specialists, and trainees transferred from a non-EU/EEA/Switzerland employer to a Dutch branch or affiliated company...EUR 423 · Up to 13 weeks
- Long-Term EU Resident PermitLong-term EU resident status for people who have legally resided in the Netherlands continuously for the required period.EUR 254 · Up to 26 weeks
- Paid Employment Residence PermitResidence permit for paid employment where a separate work permit (TWV) is held or not required.EUR 423 · Up to 13 weeks
- Researcher Permit (Directive EU 2016/801)Work and residence permit for researchers from outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland conducting research at a recognised Dutch research institute under a hosting ag...EUR 254 · Up to 9 weeks
- Researcher Short-Term Mobility (Directive EU 2016/801)Short-term mobility in the Netherlands for researchers already holding a permit in another EU member state.Free · Up to 4 weeks
- Seafaring Crew Member PermitPermit for seafaring service as a crew member on board a seagoing vessel.EUR 423 · Up to 13 weeks
- Seasonal Work Residence PermitResidence permit for seasonal work in the Netherlands, such as agriculture or horticulture, for a limited season.EUR 254 · Up to 13 weeks
- Single Permit (GVVA)The combined residence and work permit (gecombineerde vergunning voor verblijf en arbeid), the standard route for paid employment in the Netherlands with a s...EUR 423 · Up to 13 weeks
- Work Experience under an EU ProgrammeResidence permit to gain work experience in the Netherlands under a European Union programme.EUR 423 · Up to 9 weeks
- Working Holiday Residence PermitWorking holiday scheme permit for young people from countries with a Dutch working-holiday agreement.EUR 85 · Up to 13 weeks
Family
- Family Reunification, Minor ChildResidence permit allowing a minor foreign child to live in the Netherlands with a parent who holds Dutch nationality or a valid Dutch residence permit. The s...EUR 85 (per child under 18) · 90 days
- Medical Treatment Residence PermitResidence permit to undergo medical treatment in the Netherlands.EUR 1,337 · Up to 13 weeks
- Residence Permit for Adopted ChildResidence permit for a child adopted by a resident of the Netherlands.EUR 85 (child under 18) · Up to 13 weeks
- Residence Permit for Foster ChildResidence permit for a foster child to live with a foster family in the Netherlands.EUR 85 (child under 18) · Up to 13 weeks
- Residence Permit for PartnerPermit allowing a foreign national to live in the Netherlands with their spouse, registered partner, or unmarried partner who is a Dutch citizen or holds a v...EUR 254 · 90 days
Business and investment
- Residence Permit for Self-Employed PersonPermit for non-EU nationals establishing and operating a business or working as a self-employed professional (including self-employed artists) in the Netherl...EUR 423 · Up to 13 weeks
- Start-up Residence PermitPermit enabling foreign entrepreneurs to establish and develop an innovative company in the Netherlands under guidance of an approved facilitator (mentor).EUR 423 · Up to 13 weeks