🇳🇱 Netherlands · Employer-sponsored work

Intern or apprentice in the Netherlands — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-24 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Minimum monthly income€1,147
Minimum annual salary€13,766
Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired
Age range18–60

Costs

Application / consular fee€423

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://ind.nl/en/required-amounts-income-requirements.

Frequently asked

How much income do I need?

You must show €1,147.

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.

Minimum monthly income
Minimum annual salary

“Internship | Gross SV salary per month without holiday allowance | € 1,147.20 ... These required amounts are valid from 1 January 2026 up to and including 30 June 2026.”

Employer sponsor
Application fee
No direct PR path

“Application for a residence permit for an internship or as a trainee (autorização de estágio, temporária; página de montantes não menciona PR para esta via)”

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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.

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