🇧🇶 Caribbean Netherlands · Employer-sponsored work
Work Permit (TWV) and Residence Permit — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
Duration & renewal
Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://english.rijksdienstcn.com/immigration-naturalisation.
- Typical processing: ~180 days.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The IND-CN deals with applications for admission of aliens and Dutch citizens (not island children or tourists) who want to settle in the Caribbean Netherlands. The IND-CN also handles applications for extension of tourist permits and admitted persons who want to become Dutch.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.