Companies in the Netherlands currently offering visa sponsorship | Hiring from abroad ⋆ EvaMtalii - The Brand (2024)

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Which companies sponsor work visa in Netherlands? ›

Prominent organizations like Shell, Phillips, Unilever, and ING are known sponsors of work visas in the country. The Dutch government maintains a list of approved sponsors, who have the ability to request residence permits for individuals such as employees or students.

In addition, foreign nationals who wish to work in the Netherlands can apply for various types of Employment Visas: Highly Skilled Migrant scheme (HSM), Orientation Year Permit (OYP), and Scientific Research Visa (RU). Each one has specific requirements that must be met before applying.

Many applicants file for a Dutch residence permit through the Highly Skilled Migrant scheme (HSM). You have two main options—either secure a sponsorship license and apply for the HSM yourself or use a visa organization like Deel to manage the application on your behalf.

Requirements for Working in the Netherlands as a Foreigner

You also do not need a separate work permit if you are applying for a highly skilled migrant visa. If neither of these apply to your situation, you will need to get permission to work in the country. This is usually taken care of by your employer.

Can I Move to the Netherlands Without a Job? As a non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizen, in most cases, you must have a job offer in order to move to the Netherlands. You can move to the Netherlands without a job offer only in the following instances: You apply for a Dutch student visa.

In order to work in the Netherlands, you will need both a residence permit to stay in the country as well as a separate work permit to be allowed to work. However, some applicants can apply for a Single Permit which combines both of those permits into one. This is called a GVVA and can be issued for one to three years.

In many cases you will need a sponsor in order to come to the Netherlands. This could be a recognised employer but also an educational institution or a partner you are going to live with.

What is considered a highly skilled worker in Netherlands? ›

Highly skilled migrants

If you wish to stay in the Netherlands as a highly skilled migrant, you will require a provisional residence permit (mvv) or/and a residence permit. In addition, guest lectures, scientific researchers and medical trainee specialists are regarded as highly skilled migrants.

There is a legal requirement that the candidate is between 18 and 45 years of age, although it is unlikely that a candidate under the age of 23 would have the relevant experience or skills necessary to fill a professional position.

How can I get sponsorship for a US work visa? Before you can even apply for a US work visa, you must have a job offer from a specific US employer. The employer will then sponsor your visa by filing a petition with the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Under employment-based sponsorship, the employer sponsoring the foreign worker is generally responsible for submitting the necessary forms, supporting documents, and fees to the U.S. government. One of the most common forms submitted for employment-based sponsorship is Form I-140 (Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker).