Do I need a visa or an immigration permit to work in the Netherlands?

I hold an EU passport, do I need a visa or a work permit?

EU citizens can come to the Netherlands to work and live here without the need for a visa or an work permit. 

I am an EU citizen, my partner is non EU

You can work and live here without any restrictions. However, you and your partner will have to submit an application to work and live in the Netherlands. The procedure is called ‘Verification against EU law’,  we gladly assist you with this. 

I am an EU citizen who is temporarily seconded to the Netherlands. What do I have to do?

Your employer will have to submit a posted workers notification to the Dutch Ministry of Social Affairs. Anywr Netherlands gladly assists

I hold a non-EU passport, do I need a visa or an work permit?

Yes, you do. Depending on your situation, you may need a:

– Partner permit (if your partner is EU or your partner has a valid residence/work permit).
– Permanent residence permit.
– Highly skilled migrant permit.
– Intra corporate transferee permit.
– EU Blue card.
– A valid residence permit as a refugee.

I have a Dutch passport, my partner has a non-EU passport 

The procedure to bring a non-EU partner to the Netherlands is tough. You must be able to prove that you have a long-term relationship (at least three years), and your partner must also successfully pass an integration exam. There are other requirements. If the application is approved, your partner can work in the Netherlands as long as the permit is valid.

How can Anywr Netherlands help?

Anywr Netherlands gladly assists with all work related immigration procedures

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