Work rights given to certain foreign nationals without valid residence documents

IMPACT – MEDIUM

The Dutch government has implemented a temporary work rights policy, allowing certain highly skilled foreign nationals who do not have valid residence documents to begin working upon arrival.

Key Points:

• As of July 22, highly skilled foreign nationals who are exempt from long-term visa (MVV) requirements can begin working in the Netherlands without residence documents.
• If highly skilled foreign nationals received an approved extension but are waiting for their residence documents, they can continue to work with expired residence documents.
• Highly skilled foreign nationals will have work authorization for up to four months if their permit approval letter mentions work authorization.
• Those who meet the aforementioned criteria do not need a residence endorsement (VA sticker) to begin working in the Netherlands.

Additional Information: Highly skilled foreign nationals are reminded that they must make an appointment to collect their residence documents and have their biometrics taken within two weeks of being notified by Dutch authorities.

BAL Analysis: Dutch authorities have granted work rights upon arrival to certain highly skilled foreign nationals because of in-country immigration delays and difficulties in booking appointments.

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