When do you qualify for a residence permit for foreign startups?

To qualify, you must meet the following conditions:

1. work together with a trusted and experienced mentor (facilitator) based in the Netherlands;
2. offer an innovative product or service;
3. the startup entrepreneur has a step-by-step plan to develop their idea into a business;
4. the startup entrepreneur and the facilitator are registered in the Trade Register of the Chamber of Commerce (Kamer van Koophandel);
5. the startup entrepreneur must have adequate financial resources to reside and live in the Netherlands for one year.

For a detailed overview of the criteria, please consult the IND website.