Apply for a residence permit for researchers

Start your future in the Netherlands with the right guidance

Applying for a Researcher residence permit does not have to be complicated. At Joinwise, we guide you and your employer step by step, so that your application is approved quickly and without errors.

Avoid delays β€” the sooner you start, the sooner you can get started here.

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Why arrange your residence permit with Joinwise?

πŸ›‚ Correct and fast IND application
We know exactly what the IND expects. No hassle with missing documents or vague instructions. You provide the documents, we take care of the rest.

πŸ‘₯ Guidance from A to Z – by people, not a chatbot
You will be assigned a dedicated contact person who understands you. We think along with you in clear language and are available whenever you have questions.

πŸ’Έ The 30% ruling? We take care of that too
Many highly skilled migrants leave money on the table. We ensure that you not only apply for your tax benefit, but also actually use it.

πŸ•’ Personal contact within 24 hours
You never have to wait long: we will contact you within one working day to start your application. This way, you don’t lose any valuable time and you know immediately where you stand.

Applying for a residence permit for highly skilled migrants – comprehensive IND guidance

What others say about Joinwise

β€œWithin one conversation, I knew exactly which documents I needed. No stress, everything was clear.”

Raj

Software Engineer, from India

β€œJoinwise gave me the confidence that my application would be approved on the first try. And they were right.”

Elena

Data Analyst, from Brazil

β€œFast, clear and friendly. They knew exactly how to handle my situation.”

Tom

Researcher, from South Africa

Frequently asked questions about the residence permit for researchers

What is the researcher's residence permit?

This permit is intended for non-EU/EEA/Swiss researchers who wish to conduct paid or unpaid research in the Netherlands, for example as a PhD candidate. Intra-EU mobility is also eligible if the stay exceeds 180 days.

How to apply for your residence permit step by step via Joinwise

πŸ—“οΈ 1. Intakegesprek

We bespreken jouw situatie, nationaliteit, werkgever en wensen. Jij krijgt helderheid over wat er nodig is.

πŸ“‘ 2. Documentcheck en planning

We controleren samen alle documenten, vertalingen en deadlines. Geen verrassingen achteraf.

πŸ›‚ 3. Aanvraag bij de IND

Wij begeleiden je of je werkgever bij het correct indienen van de aanvraag. Jij hoeft alleen aan te leveren.

πŸ“¬ 4. Begeleiding tijdens de beoordeling

We houden je op de hoogte, schakelen met de IND als dat nodig is en zorgen dat alles soepel verloopt.

πŸŽ‰ 5. Je verblijfskaart is binnen – en nu?

Ook na goedkeuring helpen we je verder: van inschrijving tot BSN en eventueel de 30%-regeling.

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