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Residence permit for foreign startups
Startup Visa
Program Details
- Visa Duration
- 1 year
- Dependents Allowed
- Data Not Available
- Spouse Can Work
- Data Not Available
- Application Method
- Apply through the Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) (facilitator or applicant submits application)
Who Can Apply
- Eligible Stage
- Entrepreneurs; Startup founders
- Funding Requirement
- Must have sufficient money to reside and live in the Netherlands (assessed by IND)
- Endorsement Requirement
- Must work together with a facilitator in the Netherlands (experienced mentor)
- Proof of Funds
- Proof of sufficient financial resources to live in the Netherlands
Notes
Program Description: A temporary residence permit for foreign nationals to start an innovative company in the Netherlands; it allows a stay of up to 1 year to work on launching the startup.
Proof of Funds Requirement: Applicants must have sufficient money to reside and live in the Netherlands. (Source: https://business.gov.nl/coming-to-the-netherlands/permits-and-visa/residence-permit-for-foreign-startups/)
Last Verified: March 2026