Work Permit (employment-based residence) (Tewerkstellingsvergunning)
Work Permit (employment-based residence) is a residence route in Curaçao (Απασχόληση). Employer obtains work permit (Ministry of Labour) after labour-market test; residence permit via Toelatingsorganisatie
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Residents taxed on worldwide income (top ~46.5%); newcomer/pensioner flat-rate regimes may apply
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Κατηγορία | Απασχόληση |
|---|---|
| Επένδυση | — |
| Τέλη (οικογένεια) | — |
| Εισόδημα / έτος | — |
| Περιουσία | — |
| Ελάχ. διαμονή | — |
| Μόνιμη διαμονή | 5 |
| Ιθαγένεια | 5 |
| Εργασία | yes |
| Δικαιούχοι | all |
| Φόρος | Residents taxed on worldwide income (top ~46.5%); newcomer/pensioner flat-rate regimes may apply |
| Στοιχεία | 2026-10 |
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