🇳🇱 Netherlands · Employer-sponsored work
Residence permit for work experience under EU programme — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €3,000 |
| Minimum annual salary | EUR 36,000 |
| Proof of savings | €5,000 |
| Minimum investment | €100,000 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €300 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://ind.nl/en/residence-permits/work/residence-permit-for-work-experience-under-eu-programme.
- Typical processing: ~60 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €3,000.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“not_applicable: source states only "You meet the income requirements" with a link to a generic "Required amounts income requirements" page; no salary/income figure is stated on this route's official page.”
“Your employer is your sponsor. Your employer will apply to the IND for the MVV and the residence permit at the same time.”
“Your employer is your sponsor. An employer can become a recognised sponsor through the IND. A recognised sponsor can apply for a residence permit quickly and easily. A sponsor without recognition can also apply for the residence permit.”
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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.