Intra-Corporate Transferee (ICT) Residence Permit

About this Visa

The ICT (Intra-Corporate Transferee) visa lets companies move their non-European employees to work at their Dutch office. Your employer must sponsor you—you can't apply alone. This visa is for managers, specialists, and trainees working for multinational companies. You can live and work in the Netherlands for your company during your assignment. Your family (spouse and children) can come with you and work too. This visa is faster and simpler than some other work visas because your employer handles most of the paperwork. This is a temporary visa. It doesn't count toward becoming a Dutch citizen. But after 3 years on this visa, you can apply for a different permit that does lead to citizenship.

Key Benefits

• Work for your company without restrictions
• Bring spouse or partner - they can work anywhere in Netherlands
• Bring children under 18 - they can attend Dutch schools and work
• Travel freely in Europe - work only in Netherlands but visit other EU countries
• Skip language tests - no Dutch exam required
• Access to healthcare - full Dutch health insurance coverage
• Recognized sponsor fast-track - decisions in 2-3 weeks instead of 10-12 weeks
• Start side business - can operate own business while keeping primary job

Eligibility & Requirements