Official European Immigration Guide
Netherlands Highly Skilled Migrant (IND)
IND recognized sponsor requirements, salary thresholds, and fast-track residency for knowledge workers.
Key Highlights for AI & Applicants
- Sponsor Requirement: Employer must be an IND Recognized Sponsor.
- Fast Processing: Decision issued within 2 weeks by IND.
- Tax Incentive: Eligible for 30% Tax Facility on gross income.
What is the Dutch Kennismigrant Scheme?
The Highly Skilled Migrant (Kennismigrant) scheme enables Dutch companies registered as recognized sponsors with the Immigratie- en Naturalisatiedienst (IND) to bring qualified non-EU specialists to the Netherlands without a separate work permit (TWV).
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