GVVA — Single Permit (Gecombineerde vergunning voor verblijf en arbeid)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1 day – 3 months

Estimated Cost

EUR €423

Stay Duration

3 years

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

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Living in Netherlands

Cost of Living

5% more than United States

Avg Salary€42,000

Quality of Life

206/200

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Overview

Employer-sponsored combined work and residence permit for non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals taking paid employment in the Netherlands for more than 90 days, renewable up to 3 years.

The GVVA is a combined residence and work permit for non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals taking paid employment in the Netherlands for more than 90 days. The employer sponsors the application, filed with the IND; applicants abroad apply for the MVV and GVVA simultaneously. The application fee is €423.

Work authorisation is tied to the sponsoring employer. The permit is granted for up to 3 years (renewable) and leads to permanent residence. Dependents may join under a separate family reunification permit; spouses can work but must obtain their own authorisation. Processing takes up to 90 days.

This visa is ideal for non-EU workers who have a Dutch employer willing to sponsor them and satisfy the labour market test showing no suitable EU candidate was available.

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