Do you qualify as a highly skilled migrant?
You need to meet all four conditions. We check them with you in the free consultation.
A recognised sponsor
Your employer must be on the IND public register of recognised sponsors. Without recognition this route is not possible.
A qualifying salary
At least €5,942 gross per month if you are 30 or older, €4,357 under 30 – or €3,122 for eligible recent graduates.
Market-level pay
The salary must be in line with the market and paid every month into a Dutch bank account in your own name.
No degree required
The salary and the employer decide. A diploma is not part of the conditions – unlike the EU Blue Card.
Key facts
Other routes to the Netherlands
EU Blue Card
For highly qualified professionals – any employer, with mobility across the EU.
bluecardvisa.nl Open website WorkIntra-Corporate Transfer
For managers, specialists and trainees moving to a Dutch branch of their company.
ictvisa.nl Open website BusinessStart-up visa
One year to build an innovative company, guided by a recognised facilitator.
startup-visa.nl Open website FamilyFamily reunification
Bring your children or other family members to live with you.
family-visa.nl Open websiteFigures valid for 2026, based on ind.nl. Amounts change every 1 January – always check the latest amounts with us or on ind.nl.