How to Keep the 30% Ruling When Changing Jobs in the Netherlands
One day without employment between Dutch jobs can permanently forfeit the 30% ruling. The zero-gap rule, contract overlap strategy, and what to negotiate before you resign.
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Netherlands HSM Visa: DIY Research vs. a Structured Guide
50+ hours of IND.nl and Reddit vs. a structured guide. For a professional earning €8,000/month, the real cost is in the decisions you get wrong.
Immigration Lawyer in the Netherlands vs. an HSM Visa Guide
Immigration lawyers handle the IND filing — the employer's job. They don't cover the 30% ruling, BSN setup, or partner timing. Here's what each actually does.
Alternatives to Hiring a Relocation Agency in the Netherlands
Relocation agencies charge €3,000-€10,000 for house-finding and school tours. Most HSM holders with a recognized sponsor don't need that. Here's what they actually need.
Best Netherlands Visa Guide for Indian Tech Professionals
India is the largest HSM origin country. The specific traps: MVV in Delhi/Mumbai, Box 3 on Indian investments, apostilles, TB test, and salary threshold edge cases.
Netherlands Highly Skilled Migrant Visa: Requirements, Process & 2026 Salary Thresholds
Complete guide to the Netherlands Highly Skilled Migrant permit in 2026 — salary thresholds, MVV process, recognized sponsors, and post-arrival steps.
Orientation Year Visa Netherlands (Zoekjaar): Who Qualifies and How It Leads to an HSM Permit
The Netherlands orientation year visa (zoekjaar) explained — who qualifies, salary threshold after finding work, and how the permit converts to an HSM.
Netherlands Visa from India: HSM Permit, MVV Process & What to Do After Arrival
Netherlands visa from India for highly skilled workers — MVV application from India, embassy steps, TB test, BSN registration, and the 30% ruling for Indian professionals.
Health Insurance Netherlands for Expats: What You Must Know Before Day 1
Health insurance Netherlands expat guide — mandatory basic insurance, the 4-month deadline, monthly costs, the eigen risico deductible, and when to sign up.
EU Blue Card Netherlands vs Highly Skilled Migrant Permit: Which Is Right for You?
EU Blue Card Netherlands 2026 — how it compares to the HSM permit on salary, education requirements, processing time, and EU mobility after 12 months.
30 Percent Ruling Netherlands 2026: How It Works, What Changes in 2027, and How to Calculate It
The 30% ruling Netherlands explained for 2026 — eligibility, salary thresholds, calculator logic, 13th month rules, and the drop to 27% from January 2027.
Dependent Visa Netherlands: Bringing Your Partner and Children as an HSM Holder
How to bring your partner and children to the Netherlands on a dependent visa as a Highly Skilled Migrant — work rights, fees, timing, and the 12-month trap.
BSN Number Netherlands: How to Get It (and What Happens If You Wait)
How to get your BSN number in the Netherlands as a highly skilled migrant — BRP registration steps, wait times by city, and the banking workaround.