The Netherlands has introduced a simpler online process for renewing residence permits under its highly skilled migrant scheme.
Under the new update, applicants are no longer required to enter their exact salary details in the online application form. Instead, a self-declaration confirming compliance with salary requirements is now considered sufficient.
According to the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND), applicants must still confirm that they meet key conditions. These include earning the required minimum salary, receiving pay that matches market standards, and ensuring that wages are paid into a personal bank account within one month.
The change is expected to reduce administrative workload for both applicants and employers, while maintaining existing legal obligations for recognized sponsors.
Authorities emphasized that the update does not alter the rights or responsibilities tied to the highly skilled migrant program. Employers must still ensure that all conditions are properly met and documented.
The move reflects ongoing efforts by the Netherlands to streamline immigration processes and make it easier for skilled professionals to remain and work in the country.