NetherlandsDigital Nomad Visa
A digital nomad pathway for Netherlands. Below are the requirements, fees, and the deep-linked official government source. Verify against the source before applying — visa rules change without notice.
Required savings
Duration
2 years
Renewable
Yes
Tax-residency trigger
183 days / yr
Last verified
2026-05-25
Qualification readout
Family allowed
Yes
Path to permanent residency
Yes · after 5yr
Health insurance required
Yes
Netherlands self-employed residence permit using RVO (Netherlands Enterprise Agency) points-based assessment advising IND. 90 points minimum, 30+ each across three categories: (1) personal experience (max 100); (2) business plan quality (max 100); (3) added value for NL economy (max 100). Well-educated applicants scoring 45+ in first two CAN skip category 3. EUR 4,500 minimum capital for sole proprietorship; 25% paid-in capital for partnerships/limited companies (BV) min EUR 4,500. Sister to existing NL DAFT row (US/JP nationals via 1956 treaty + Treaty of Amity). Turkey exempt via Association Agreement. 2-year initial → renewable → PR at year 5.
Verify the latest details on the issuing government’s own page. Rules and fees change without notice.
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