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Working Holiday Residence Permit

Working Holiday Residence Permit

Netherlands · Work

What it is

Working holiday scheme permit for young people from countries with a Dutch working-holiday agreement.

Key facts

Category
Work
Duration
Per the permit; see the IND.
Processing time
Up to 13 weeks
Maximum validity
1 year
Age
18 to 30
How to apply
Online

Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.

Fees

Application fee (first application/change of purpose)
EUR 85

Key requirements

  • Citizen of a country with a working-holiday agreement
  • Age conditions apply
  • Holiday is the main purpose

Working on this visa

Working holiday under the bilateral scheme; work is allowed alongside the holiday purpose.

Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 18 July 2026.