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Self-employed Residence Permit

NetherlandsEntrepreneurmedium confidence

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.

Investment
Viable business plan + points-based assessment
Processing
4 months
Min stay
183 days/year
Tax rate
Standard Dutch rates up to 49.5%. 30% ruling only for e…%

How popular is this programme?

Searches/mo
10
Interest
Low
Trend
Cooling -33%
Demand score24/100

Based on Google search demand (US). Updated periodically.

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Key Details

Leads to PRYes
PR after5.0 years
Dual citizenship—
Remote workYes
Healthcare includedNo
Crypto accepted—
Same-sex recognised—
RenewableYes

Stay Requirements

Entrepreneur/startup visa: active residence permit - must physically run the business in-country; genuine presence (~183 days) required to renew

medium confidence

Highlights

  • Pathway to permanent residency
  • Requires viable business plan
  • Points-based assessment system
  • Minimum stay of 183 days per year
  • Supports innovation and entrepreneurship

What could change

Economic downturns may affect business viability and permit approvals.

Am I eligible?

Tax Notes

Standard Dutch income tax rates apply, ranging up to 49.5%. The 30% ruling is not applicable for self-employed individuals.

Last verified: 4/15/2026Updated: 6/10/2026Confidence: medium

What to do next

People also ask

Can I move to the Netherlands as a freelancer?
If self-employed professionals or freelancers have a valid passport or identity card from the European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland, they are free to come and work in the Netherlands. You do not need to apply for a work permit (tewerkstellingsvergunning, TWV) for them.
Can you be self-employed in the Netherlands?
To work in the Netherlands on a self-employed basis, you have to be granted permission to set up your business in the Netherlands. Furthermore, your business must serve an essential Dutch interest. You will need a provisional residence permit (mvv ) and/or a residence permit .

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