One-year residence permit for non-EU entrepreneurs who want to develop an innovative product or service in the Netherlands under the guidance of an IND-approved facilitator. The facilitator is an experienced, vetted mentor or accelerator. After the first year, the holder can apply for the self-employed person permit.
Non-EU/EEA/Swiss national • Must work with an IND-approved facilitator (experienced and vetted mentor/accelerator) • Business idea must be innovative (new product or service, not yet brought to market)
No age restriction
No minimum; business viability required
Must be facilitated by a recognised Dutch facilitator (no minimum capital requirement); proof of sufficient funds to cover living expenses (approx EUR 1,500/month)
Spouse/partner and dependent children eligible for family reunification permit; partner may receive own work permit
One-year residence permit for non-EU entrepreneurs who want to develop an innovative product or service in the Netherlands under the guidance of an IND-approved facilitator. The facilitator is an experienced, vetted mentor or accelerator. After the first year, the holder can apply for the self-employed person permit.
Non-EU/EEA/Swiss national • Must work with an IND-approved facilitator (experienced and vetted mentor/accelerator) • Business idea must be innovative (new product or service, not yet brought to market)
The main applicant fee is EUR 207. Additional adults cost EUR 183 and children EUR —.
Yes (unrestricted)
1 year; not renewable as startup — must transition to self-employed permit
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