Highly Skilled Migrant (HSM)
work route — typical processing 2–4 weeks. Work rights: Tied to employer sponsor where applicable.
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Visa at a glance
| Processing time | 2–4 weeks |
|---|---|
| Work rights | Tied to employer sponsor where applicable |
| Visa type | work |
| Official source | IND Netherlands Source |
Requirements
- Job offer (salary ≥ €5,008/month for <30y or €6,826/month for 30+)
- Recognised employer sponsor
- Health insurance
- Diploma verification
- 30% ruling application
FAQs
- Highly Skilled Migrant (HSM): Salary (<30)?
- €5,688/month gross (2025 IND threshold — confirm current year) Verified 2026-05-19 — confirm on IND (https://ind.nl/en/work/work-in-the-netherlands/highly-skilled-migrant).
- Highly Skilled Migrant (HSM): Salary (30+)?
- €7,750/month gross (2025 IND threshold — confirm current year) Verified 2026-05-19 — confirm on IND (https://ind.nl/en/work/work-in-the-netherlands/highly-skilled-migrant).
- Highly Skilled Migrant (HSM): Sponsor?
- IND-recognised sponsor employer required Verified 2026-05-19 — confirm on IND (https://ind.nl/en/work/work-in-the-netherlands/highly-skilled-migrant).
- Highly Skilled Migrant (HSM): Processing?
- IND decision target often within weeks for complete applications Verified 2026-05-19 — confirm on IND (https://ind.nl/en).
- Highly Skilled Migrant (HSM): MVV / residence fee?
- From €350 highly skilled migrant application (IND tariff — confirm current year) Verified 2026-05-19 — confirm on IND (https://ind.nl/en/fees).
- Where do I verify Highly Skilled Migrant (HSM) requirements officially?
- Use the official immigration portal — requirements change by nationality and application centre. Verified 2026-05-19 — confirm on IND Netherlands (https://ind.nl/en/work/work-in-the-netherlands/highly-skilled-migrant).
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