Startup Visa in Netherlands
One documented route of this kind in Netherlands, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.
Start-up
One-year permit for innovative entrepreneurs working with an IND-approved facilitator/mentor, convertible to the self-employed permit.
- Processing time
- Within 90 days (IND consults RVO on innovativeness)
- Validity
- Max 1 year (then may switch to self-employed permit)
- Language requirement
- None
Requirements
- Signed agreement with an approved facilitator/mentor
- Innovative product/business plan
- KVK (Trade Register) registration
- Proof of sufficient financial means
- Valid passport (6+ months)
Required Documents
- Signed agreement with an approved facilitator/mentor required
- Business plan / innovative product evidence required
- KVK (Trade Register) registration required
- Proof of financial means required
- Passport valid at least 6 months required
Official fees
- IND application fee 423 EUR
Process Steps
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1
Check requirements
Confirm eligibility, including an approved facilitator.
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2
Gather documents
Assemble facilitator agreement, business plan, KVK registration, and financial proof.
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3
Submit application
Apply via the facilitator online (or yourself by post).
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4
Pay fee
Pay EUR 423.
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5
Await decision
Decision within 90 days.
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6
MVV and collect
MVV appointment within 3 months; TB test within 3 months if applicable; collect permit.
Official Sources
- Start-up residence permit Official