Residence permit for self-employed persons (Verblijfsvergunning arbeid als zelfstandige)
Residence permit for self-employed persons is a residence route in Netherlands (Empreendedor). RVO points test (≥90 pts: experience, business plan, added value/innovation); later sustainable profit ≥ €1,766.77/month; 2-yr permit renewable 5. IND fees ~€400/person.
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 19'928. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide box 1 up to 49.5%; box 2 24.5/31%; box 3
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.
| Categoria | Empreendedor |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Taxas (família) | CHF 1'200 |
| Rendimento / ano | CHF 19'928 |
| Patrimônio | — |
| Estadia mín. | — |
| RP | 5 |
| Cidadania | 5 |
| Trabalho | ownBusiness |
| Elegível | non-EU/EEA nationals |
| Impostos | Worldwide box 1 up to 49.5%; box 2 24.5/31%; box 3 |
| Data de referência | 2026-10 |
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