What non-EU citizens need to work legally in the Netherlands.
Action checklist
Complete these steps in order for the fastest, safest setup.
1EU citizens: no permit — register at gemeente within 5 days
2Non-EU: employer must hold TWAU (work permit) before you arrive
3Kennismigrant (Highly Skilled Migrant): most common expat route — employer sponsors
430% ruling application: submit within 4 months of employment start
City context: Amsterdam
These steps are tailored for newcomers in Amsterdam. Costs, availability, and requirements may differ in other cities — switch the city selector above to switch context.