Ideally situated in Western Europe, the Netherlands is a small but highly developed country. It boasts one of the top 20 GDP per capita in the world as well as the 5th largest economy in the EU. Known for its strong commitment to protecting the human rights of its residents and citizens as well as its excellent quality of life, the Netherlands is prime for both private residence and business opportunities.
The Netherlands allows foreign nationals to make a significant business or fund investment in the country and gain a renewable Dutch residence permit in return.
Applications for the Netherlands Residence by Investment Program will be accepted until 1 January 2024, after which the program will close.
Minimum investment of EUR 1.25 million
Three–five months
Eligibility to apply for permanent residence or citizenship after five years
The Netherlands is one of the most attractive lifestyle and business destinations worldwide. For those who wish to reside in this EU nation with a rich economy, the Netherlands Residence by Investment Program is the most efficient way to acquire such status. Under this program, wealthy individuals can make a significant contribution to the country and become Dutch residents within three to five months, with the possibility to acquire citizenship after five years.
To qualify for Dutch residence, applicants must fulfill the following two requirements.
1. Before application submission, invest EUR 1.25 million into a Dutch start-up business or venture capital fund.
This investment must be deposited into a Dutch bank account or the bank account of another EU member state with a branch in the Netherlands.
2. After application approval, purchase or rent residential real estate within eight months of visa issuance. No minimum amount applies.
Both the capital and real estate investments must be maintained to hold residence status.
Applications for Dutch residence must include completed application forms and should be accompanied by the appropriate fees and supporting documents. Applicants are required to make the capital investment before submitting their application. After approval, they must secure residential property in the Netherlands.
Successful applicants receive a residence permit that is valid for three years and renewable for a further two years.
After holding residence status for five years, investors may choose to either renew their visa for an eight-year period, apply for permanent residence, or apply for Dutch citizenship.
The processing time is three to five months from submission of the application to approval.
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