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Would you like to bring international talent to the Netherlands? The highly skilled migrant scheme allows employers to hire qualified employees from outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland to work in the Netherlands. The scheme offers opportunities, but requires careful preparation and compliance with specific conditions.

Courdid supports you throughout the process for highly skilled migrants, from applying for a residence permit to arranging immigration for family members. You can focus on your international employees while we help manage the immigration process.

Bringing highly skilled migrants to the Netherlands

The highly skilled migrant scheme is intended for highly qualified professionals who will work in the Netherlands for an employer that meets the relevant conditions. One important requirement is that the employer is recognised by the Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) as a sponsor.

Not yet a recognised sponsor? We can help with that too. We advise on the options and can guide you through the application for recognised-sponsor status.

Support from start to finish

Hiring an international employee involves more than applying for a residence permit. We look at the whole picture and can help with:
• recognition as a sponsor
• residence permit applications for highly skilled migrants
• immigration arrangements for partners and children
• Employer of Record and payroll solutions
• other immigration matters involving international employees

Our specialists understand Dutch immigration rules and the steps involved. We make the process easier to navigate and take as much work off your hands as possible.

One partner for international employees

International hiring often raises several related questions. In addition to immigration, payroll, tax matters, expat scheme applications and employment terms may need attention.

With Courdid, you have one point of contact for different aspects of employing international staff. We take a practical approach and work towards a solution that fits your organisation and the employee.

Bringing a highly skilled migrant to the Netherlands?

Would you like to understand what the highly skilled migrant scheme means for your organisation? Or do you want to bring an international employee to the Netherlands but are unsure where to start?

Contact Courdid. We will discuss your situation and help you identify the right route.