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Visa Sponsorship for Employers in the Netherlands
"Most companies find out they need a sponsor license after they've already made the offer. Sponsoring through our EOR skips that step entirely — you don't need your own license, because we already hold one."
Shrinivas Racha · Founder, Dhi ADTTo sponsor a work visa in the Netherlands, an employer normally needs their own IND sponsor license — a process that itself takes months. Dhi ADT already holds IND-recognized sponsor status, so when you hire through our EOR, visa sponsorship is included: no license application, no waiting. This is what "kennismigrant EOR" means in practice — hiring a Highly Skilled Migrant (kennismigrant) through an Employer of Record that's already authorized to sponsor them. Highly Skilled Migrant permits typically approve in 2–4 weeks this way, versus 90 days for a non-recognized sponsor.
What Does "IND-Recognized Sponsor" Actually Mean?
An IND-recognized sponsor is an employer the Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) has pre-vetted and authorized to sponsor work permits — including Highly Skilled Migrant (kennismigrant) visas — without per-application review of the sponsoring company itself. Non-recognized sponsors face full IND scrutiny on every application; recognized sponsors get fast-track processing.
Dhi ADT holds active IND-recognized sponsor status in the Netherlands.
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Applies to both employees and, where relevant, students.
How Dhi ADT Sponsors Your Visa Through EOR
You don't need your own sponsor license — because Dhi ADT is legally the employer, our sponsor license covers your hire.
You select the candidate and agree on terms.
Dhi ADT becomes the legal employer under our EOR agreement.
We file the kennismigrant application under our existing IND sponsor license.
Your employee starts on payroll once the permit clears — typically 2–4 weeks.
Processing Timeline
| Route | Typical Timeline |
|---|---|
| Kennismigrant via Dhi ADT (recognized sponsor) | 2–4 weeks |
| Kennismigrant, non-recognized sponsor | Up to 90 days |
| Standard Work Permit (Netherlands) | ~5 weeks |
| EU Blue Card (NL/DE/BE) | 5–8 weeks |
Salary Thresholds
Kennismigrant status requires the role to meet a minimum gross salary threshold, reviewed annually by the IND. Per 2026 figures, this is €5,942/month for employees aged 30 and above, and €4,357/month for those under 30. Dhi ADT checks threshold eligibility as part of every kennismigrant application, so you know upfront whether a candidate qualifies.
The 30% Ruling — A Quick Overview
Many kennismigrant hires also qualify for the 30% ruling, a Dutch tax facility that exempts up to 30% of salary from income tax for qualifying international employees. According to the Belastingdienst, roughly 91,000 employees used the ruling in 2023.
Dhi ADT checks 30% ruling eligibility for every international hire and files the application within the first month where applicable.
Sponsoring Yourself vs. Sponsoring Through Dhi ADT
| Factor | Your Own Sponsor License | Sponsoring via Dhi ADT EOR |
|---|---|---|
| Time to apply for sponsor status | Months, before you can hire | Not needed — already in place |
| Application scrutiny | Full IND review of your company | Fast-track, under our existing status |
| Ongoing compliance | Your obligation to maintain | Managed by Dhi ADT |
| Time to first hire | Months (license) + weeks (permit) | 2–4 weeks total |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Ready to Sponsor Your Next Hire?
Talk to our immigration team about a specific candidate or role.
- We file directly as an IND-recognized sponsor — no license needed on your side
- Kennismigrant permits typically approved in 2–4 weeks
- Salary threshold eligibility checked before you commit
- 30% ruling eligibility checked for every international hire
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