Immigration to Netherlands - Immigration & Visa Services

We handle all permit processes, coordinate with the IND, and assist with housing, schooling, and more for a seamless move.

Relocation timelines vary by permit type but generally take 4–8 weeks. We expedite the process wherever possible.

The EU Long-Term Resident Permit (Type V, EU langdurig ingezetene) allows non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals to live indefinitely in the Netherlands with rights similar to EU citizens, including free work and easier access to residence permits in other EU countries. The document is renewed every 5 years, but the status is indefinite.

New employment contract (detailing role, salary), valid passport, current residence permit, health insurance proof (€30,000 coverage), and BRP registration. GVVA may need labor market test proof; HSM requires recognized sponsor status. Translations/legalizations for foreign documents.

The 30% ruling is a Dutch tax facility allowing eligible international employees to receive 30% of their gross salary as a tax-free reimbursement for extraterritorial costs. This significantly increases their net take-home pay by reducing taxable income to 70% of gross salary, making your company's compensation packages more attractive to global talent while maintaining cost efficiency.

Mandatory Dutch pension (AOW) and social security contributions calculate on full gross salary, unaffected by the ruling. However, supplementary pension schemes may be impacted since the tax-free portion isn't pensionable income. Consider additional pension planning or benefits to address potential long-term retirement income gaps for affected employees.