Work Permit in the Netherlands

Citizens from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland are often required to obtain a permit if wishing to work in the Netherlands.

There are two types of permits: Work Permit – TWV (tewerkstellingsvergunning) and Combined Residence and Work Permit – GVVA (gecombineerde vergunning voor verblijf en arbeid).

GVVA

You must apply for a GVVA if you are not an EEA or Switzerland citizen and you want to work in the Netherlands for more than 3 months.

TWV

For some non-EEA/ non-Switzerland citizens, their employer must still apply for a TWV to the UWV.

Highly skilled migrant permit in the Netherlands

The Dutch governments makes it easier for employers to bring and retain highly skilled foreign nationals. The employer must apply for this permit and they do not need to show there is no other Dutch or EU candidate for the job.

Highly educated migrants in the Netherlands.