Migration Overseas
Since 1998
Turn your innovative business idea into reality in Europe's leading startup ecosystem. Work with certified facilitators, access world-class resources, and build your company in the Netherlands.
Build your business in one of Europe's most dynamic startup ecosystems.
Work with certified facilitators who provide mentorship, guidance, and resources to help your startup succeed.
Access to Amsterdam's vibrant tech scene, co-working spaces, accelerators, and venture capital networks.
Strategic location for accessing 450 million EU consumers. Gateway to European and global markets.
Spouse and children can accompany you. Partner receives open work permit for any employment.
After startup year, transition to self-employed residence permit if your business shows viability.
93% of Dutch speak English. Easy to do business without Dutch language barrier.
Certified facilitators are essential to your startup visa application.
Business Mentoring: Guidance on developing your business plan, market strategy, and operations
Workspace: Many facilitators provide co-working space or office facilities for your startup
Network Access: Introductions to investors, potential partners, and other entrepreneurs
Legal Support: Help with company registration, contracts, and Dutch business regulations
Visa Sponsorship: The facilitator acts as your sponsor and submits your visa application to IND
Progress Monitoring: Regular check-ins to ensure your startup is developing according to plan
Key criteria you must meet to apply for the startup visa.
Your business idea must be innovative and new to the Dutch market. It should offer something unique or solve a problem in a new way.
You must have an agreement with an RVO-certified facilitator who will guide and sponsor your application.
Detailed business plan showing product/service, target market, revenue model, and development roadmap.
Proof of sufficient means to live in the Netherlands during the startup phase (approximately EUR 1,450/month).
Valid passport for duration of stay. TB test certificate required for Indian nationals.
Your startup must be registered with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KVK) within the year.
Your business must meet specific innovation criteria to qualify.
Step-by-step process to launch your startup in the Netherlands.
Refine your innovative concept and prepare a detailed business plan
Connect with an RVO-certified facilitator who believes in your idea
Enter into a formal mentoring agreement with your facilitator
Facilitator submits your residence permit application to IND
Move to Netherlands, register company, and develop your startup
After 1 year, apply for self-employed permit to continue
Our Netherlands immigration specialists will evaluate your business idea, connect you with suitable facilitators, and guide your application process.
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