Netherlands•Europe1-90 days
254 EUR
6 months
No
Required
Not Specified
No
Not Required
The Dutch Residence Permit for Seasonal Labour lets non-EU workers take cyclical jobs in Netherlands agriculture and horticulture — greenhouse cultivation, fruit picking, field vegetables. The employer applies to IND, arranges housing, and is responsible for paying the applicable CAO wage.
The permit covers up to 24 weeks, costs EUR 254, and does not lead to permanent residence or family reunification. Workers may return under a fresh permit the following season, but the permit itself is non-renewable and tied to a single employer.
This visa is ideal for non-EU nationals seeking short-term paid work in Dutch agriculture or horticulture without needing language skills or prior qualifications.
| Initial grant | 6 months |
You meet the general requirements that apply to everyone (such as having a valid passport, not posing a danger to public order, and undergoing a TB test if required).
You will be working as a seasonal worker in agriculture or horticulture for no more than 24 weeks.
You meet the income requirements.
You have not been in the Netherlands illegally in the 3 years before your application.
You will work for a Dutch company or organisation, or for the Dutch branch of a foreign company.
Your employer's company or organisation is registered in the Commercial Register of the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KvK), if compulsory.
Your employer has first looked for an employee in the Netherlands and the EU/EEA member states (reported vacancy to UWV).
Your employer will pay the standard wage that applies under the collective labour agreement (CAO) for this organisation or company.
Your employer arranges proper housing for you.
Job Offer
Required
Education
none or higher
Min. Income
29,735 EUR/yr
Copy of passport (including all pages with travel stamps)
Signed and completed Antecedents Certificate
Copy of the employment contract
Completed and signed Declaration by sponsor (employment)
| Application Steps | Employer applies to IND; Await decision | ind.nl |
| Fee Breakdown | Application fee: 254 EUR | ind.nl |
| Fees | EUR 254 | ind.nl |
| Forms | — | ind.nl |
| Included Nationalities | — | ind.nl |
| Job Offer Required | true | ind.nl |
| Links | officialInfo: https://ind.nl/en/residence-permits/work/seasonal-labour, applicationPortal: null | ind.nl |
| Official Info | https://ind.nl/en/residence-permits/work/residence-permit-for-seasonal-work | ind.nl |
Let's check your eligibility against published requirements. 2 minutes. Free trial.
Check Eligibility