The kennismigrant route, the money, and the 30 per cent ruling
FreeIn the Netherlands your employer decides whether you can come at all. Only an organisation the IND has already admitted to its register of recognised sponsors may file a highly skilled migrant application, and no amount of qualification on your side substitutes for it.
The salary thresholds that govern 2026
These are gross monthly salaries excluding the 8 per cent holiday allowance. They are indexed every 1 January and hold for the whole calendar year. You must meet the amount that applies on the date the application is filed.
| Route and situation | Gross per month, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Highly skilled migrant, aged 30 or over | €5,942.00 |
| Highly skilled migrant, under 30 on a first permit | €4,357.00 |
| Highly skilled migrant, reduced salary criterion | €3,122.00 |
| European Blue Card, standard | €5,942.00 |
| European Blue Card, reduced criterion | €4,754.00 |
| Essential start-up personnel | €3,122.00 |
| Self-employed, monthly income including holiday allowance | €1,766.77 |
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