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Every 2026 rule change in ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Netherlands

Salary thresholds, visa fees, processing requirements and policy updates that affect Indian professionals and students in Netherlands.

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30% ruling capped at 5 years REDUCED
Before
8 years
2026
5 years

Major change from 2024. New applicants get 5 years only. Check your contract end date.

HSM salary threshold increased RAISED
Before
โ‚ฌ5,688/month
2026
โ‚ฌ5,942/month (2026)

Reviewed annually. Under-30 rate: โ‚ฌ4,357/month.

Orientation Year โ€” unchanged SAME
Before
1 year
2026
1 year

Zoekjaar remains available for graduates of top-200 universities.

30% ruling partial year NEW
Before
Full year
2026
Pro-rated to month of start

If you start in July, you get 5 years from July, not from January.

๐Ÿ›‚ Netherlands Visa Guide โ†’ ๐ŸŒ Compare all countries
โ„น๏ธ Updated annually. Some figures are estimates or may change mid-year. Always verify at the official Netherlands Home Office / immigration authority before making decisions.

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