Recognized Sponsporship

Obtain your Recognized Sponsor status
without delays
Bring on international talent with full IND compliance. We handle paperwork
and legal requirements, guiding your company through the sponsorship process from start to finish.
Recognized Sponsor process in the Netherlands. Includes IND compliance, sponsor application support, and hiring international talent.

Sponsorship Guidance

We guide your company through every step of the application process to become a Recognized Sponsor. We submit the application accurately and on time. You can count on your dedicated Account Manager to guide you through every step of your application.
Recognized Sponsor process in the Netherlands. Includes IND compliance, sponsor application support, and hiring international talent.

Active Sponsor Compliance

As a recognized sponsor, your company must meet certain obligations to hire international talent legally. We provide ongoing support to help you remain compliant with Dutch immigration laws. Our services include regulatory monitoring, proactive updates, and periodic audits to identify and address any compliance gaps.

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Let us guide you through the application process to successfully hire top global talent.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A Recognized Sponsor is a Dutch employer or institution officially approved by the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) to sponsor non-EU/EEA nationals for residence permits. This status allows organisations to legally employ foreign talent or host international students, ensuring a streamlined visa and immigration process.

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To obtain Recognized Sponsor status, companies must submit an application to the IND, which includes:

  • Verifying eligibility and compliance with Dutch immigration laws.
  • Preparing and submitting the required documentation.
  • Paying the application fee.

Processing time can take from 2 weeks for most applications up to 3 months in complex cases.

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To qualify, organisations must meet specific IND criteria, including being registrated with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KvK), demonstrating financial stability and lawful hiring practices and maintaining compliance with Dutch employment and tax regulations.

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Yes, foreign companies can apply for Recognized Sponsor status in the Netherlands. However, they must establish a legal presence in the country, such as a subsidiary or branch, to hire non-EU nationals under Dutch immigration laws.

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Over 15 years of supporting international professionals as they build their lives and careers in the Netherlands.

EMG has a great team of compassionate people who are there to support and help.
Monika was exceptionally helpful, professional and friendly. She was really responsive and clarified things when we had questions or concerns. She really made a difference making sure my partner and I are set up for success in our new home country!
I know people moving without support from a relocation company and I know how challenging it can be. Thanks to Monika my process was so easy and smooth.
Big "Thank you" to Susan van Haperen for professional approach and constant support!
It was one of the most challenging stage of my life; and both Indri and Lea supported me a lot. All things went smooth!
Great support and collaborative way of working! Very convenient to access all the documents and steps. Thank you for job done!
I wanted to express my sincere gratitude to the Executive Mobility Service team for their exceptional assistance during our recent relocation.
An amazing team of professionals. Well coordinated, always on point with their communication and able to provide clarity to their clients also in fast-paced and last-minute situations.
I had Joyce as my consultant and she was one of the most helpful I have encountered - always readily available and a great resource for information.
From the very beginning, they were accommodating, attentive to our needs, and always quick to respond to any inquiries. The staff were consistently friendly and approachable, making the entire experience smoother. Additionally, their system was user-friendly, which made everything easy to manage.
Thanks a lot, it was a very smooth process, with a lot of support and being managed very professionally by Joyce.
Indri always helped me a lot, she explained everything very clear and made quick solutions!! Thanks so much!
I wanted to thank Nathalie once again for your supporting my wife during her visa process, your guidance was incredibly helpful.

I want to thank my relocation consultant, Joyce Hofman, for her support and professionalism during my entire relocation process. Thanks to her I had a hassle and stress-free relocation in the Netherlands. After my wonderful experience recommend EMG's services to other expats in a heartbeat.

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