Up to 90 days
- Work at a group company in another EU country
- Up to 90 days in any 180-day period per country
- Often only a notification is needed
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ICT or Highly Skilled Migrant?
The question is simple: who employs you?
| Intra-Corporate Transfer | Highly Skilled Migrant | |
|---|---|---|
| Employment contract | With the company abroad | With the Dutch employer |
| Dutch company | Part of your employer’s group | Must be an IND recognised sponsor |
| Maximum duration | 3 years (trainees 1 year), not renewable | Up to 5 years, renewable |
| Degree | Qualifications for the role (trainees: master’s) | Not required |
| Prior employment | At least 3 months in the group | Not required |
| Work in other EU countries | Possible within the group | Not included |
| Partner may work | Yes | Yes |
Hired directly by the Dutch company? Then the highly skilled migrant permit is usually the route. See hsmvisa.nl
EU mobility
Working across the EU group
More than 90 days
- A separate permit in the other EU country
- Applied for by the group company there
- The 3-year maximum includes this time
Process
From assignment letter to residence card
1
Free intake check
We review your role, the group structure and your employment history.
2
Documents
Assignment letter, proof of the group link, diplomas and your contract abroad.
3
Application
The Dutch company applies for the single permit – with the MVV if your nationality needs one.
4
Decision
The IND decides within 90 days and may ask UWV for advice.
5
Arrival
Collect your residence card, register at the municipality and start your assignment.
Other routes
Other routes to the Netherlands
Work
Highly Skilled Migrant
The fastest work route, for professionals hired by an IND recognised sponsor.
hsmvisa.nl Open website WorkEU Blue Card
For highly qualified professionals – any employer, with mobility across the EU.
bluecardvisa.nl Open website BusinessStart-up visa
One year to build an innovative company, guided by a recognised facilitator.
startup-visa.nl Open website FamilyFamily reunification
Bring your children or other family members to live with you.
family-visa.nl Open websiteFigures valid for 2026, based on ind.nl. Amounts change every 1 January – always check the latest amounts with us or on ind.nl.