Self-employed Residence Permit
Standard Dutch rates up to 49.5%. 30% ruling only for employees, not self-employed Points scored on education, business plan, added value to Netherlands. Competitive.
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Key Details
Stay Requirements
Entrepreneur/startup visa: active residence permit - must physically run the business in-country; genuine presence (~183 days) required to renew
medium confidenceHighlights
- Pathway to permanent residency
- Requires viable business plan
- Points-based assessment system
- Minimum stay of 183 days per year
- Supports innovation and entrepreneurship
The catch
- You have to actually live there. At least 183 days a year in-country — this becomes your main home, not a paper residency.
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What could change
Economic downturns may affect business viability and permit approvals.
Tax Notes
Standard Dutch income tax rates apply, ranging up to 49.5%. The 30% ruling is not applicable for self-employed individuals.
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