🇳🇱 Netherlands · Long-term visa

EU Blue Card Netherlands

An EU work residence route for highly educated applicants or qualifying ICT managers and professionals. The Dutch employer does not have to be a recognised sponsor and the contract must last at least six months. The 2026 monthly salary threshold excluding holiday allowance is EUR 5,942, or EUR 4,754 for qualifying recent graduates or doctorate holders. EU Blue Card residence in different Member States may combine toward EU long-term residence when the conditions are met.

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Last verified2026-08-07

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