Yes, after 5 years of continuous EU residence (including time in other EU countries), if you meet integration, income, and language requirements.

Yes, proof of Dutch health insurance or equivalent coverage is mandatory upon application and arrival.

Application fee: €405, paid to IND. Additional costs may include Nuffic evaluation (€150) or translations.

EU Blue Card requires a degree/experience and offers EU mobility, longer validity (+3 months), better sick leave protection, and no sponsor requirement. Kennismigrant has lower/no education needs, age-based thresholds, but less EU flexibility and stricter salary adherence.

30 days if employer is a recognized sponsor; up to 90 days otherwise.

Yes, you can start a side business alongside your main job, as long as primary conditions (salary, employment) are met.

Yes, typically a higher education degree (3+ years), but 5 years of relevant experience substitutes (3 years for ICT). Foreign degrees need Nuffic evaluation.

Yes, spouses/partners (including unmarried with proof of durable relationship) and children under 18 can apply for dependent permits. They receive work authorization and access to education/healthcare; children pay reduced tuition fees at Dutch universities.

Yes, after 12 months, you can switch employers without reapplying, provided the new job meets criteria. Notify IND; shorter periods may require a new application.

You have a 3-month search period to find new qualifying employment in the Netherlands or another EU country. If not, the permit may be revoked, but extensions are possible during illness (up to 12 months).

Allows work without separate permit, EU mobility (up to 90 days in other EU countries without work permit), family reunification with work rights for dependents, pathway to permanent residency after 5 years, ability to start a side business, and protection during sick leave (up to 12 months below threshold).

Valid for the employment contract duration plus 3 months, with a maximum of 5 years. It can be renewed if conditions are met.

Valid passport, employment contract (at least 6 months), proof of salary, higher education diploma (with Nuffic evaluation if foreign) or work experience evidence, health insurance proof, and criminal record certificate if applicable. New companies may need additional economic activity proof.

The employer or employee can apply via the IND portal. If the employer is a recognized sponsor (optional), processing is 30 days; otherwise, up to 90 days. An MVV (entry visa) may be needed for certain nationalities, collected at a Dutch embassy.

Standard threshold: €5,688 gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance), equating to €73,716.48 annually including allowance. Reduced threshold: €4,551 per month (€58,980.96 annually) for graduates within 3 years of completing studies. Thresholds are updated annually.

Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals with a higher education degree (at least 3 years, evaluated by Nuffic if foreign) or 5 years of relevant professional experience (3 years for ICT roles in the last 7 years), a job offer with a minimum 6-month contract, and meeting the 2025 salary threshold. No labor market test is required.

The EU Blue Card is a combined residence and work permit for highly qualified non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals to live and work in the Netherlands, aimed at attracting skilled professionals in fields like IT, engineering, and science. It facilitates EU mobility and is valid for the contract duration plus 3 months, up to a maximum of 5 years.