🇳🇱 Netherlands · Employer-sponsored work
Single Permit GVVA (Paid Employment + Residence) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €3,300 |
| Minimum annual salary | EUR 40,000 |
| Proof of savings | €5,000 |
| Minimum investment | €10,000 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €423 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
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/single-permit-gvva.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €3,300.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The single permit combines the residence permit and the work permit. — page is a situation wizard; does not state a minimum salary (the GVVA is labour-market tested via a work permit, not a fixed salary threshold).”
“If you want to work in paid employment in the Netherlands, you need a single permit (in Dutch: gecombineerde vergunning verblijf en arbeid or GVVA). The single permit combines the residence permit and the work permit. ... For employers applying on behalf of employees: You can apply for the residence permit and mvv from the IND together.”
“You must have health insurance while in the Netherlands.”
“Single permit (residence + work) page; silent on permanent residence.”
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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.