Job Seeker Visa in Netherlands
One documented route of this kind in Netherlands, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.
Orientation Year (Zoekjaar)
One-year permit for recent graduates of qualifying Dutch study/research or top-200 master's programmes to find work or start a business, with free labour-market access.
- Processing time
- Within 90 days
- Validity
- 1 year, non-extendable
- Language requirement
- None
Requirements
- Within 3 years of completing qualifying Dutch study, NL research, or a top-200 master's degree
- Valid passport
Required Documents
- Proof of qualifying degree/research required
- Valid passport required
Official fees
- IND application fee 254 EUR
Process Steps
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1
Confirm eligibility
Within 3 years of qualifying Dutch study, NL research, or top-200 master's.
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2
Gather documents
Assemble proof of qualification and passport.
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3
Submit application
Apply online (if in NL) or by post via a Dutch representation abroad.
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4
Observe deadlines
When applying via a Dutch representation: wait 1 week after the appointment, send the application no later than 3 weeks after the appointment, and pay within 3 weeks of the appointment date.
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5
Collect permit
Decision within 90 days; collect the permit.