Dutch startup visa · For non-EU founders From visa to venture
Is this you?
Who is this program for?
We work with a selection process: not every application fits our focus or meets the program's requirements.
- You're a non-EU entrepreneur
- You have a scalable, innovative concept
- You're willing to live in the Netherlands and actively build your startup here
- You have a clear value proposition
- You have a team capable of executing
- You have a plan to gain traction
What you get
The Startup Visa program is designed for non-EU founders who want to build an innovative business in the Netherlands.
As a recognised facilitator, we support you throughout the first year.
- Structure
- Network development
- Sharpening both your plan and its execution
- Work alongside local and international founders
From application to your first year
How it works
4 steps, from your application to your first year in the Netherlands.
Step 1 of 4: Send your documents
Fill in the application form. Add your pitch deck and your plan.
Step 2 of 4: Talk with us
We look at your idea, market, team and plan together.
Step 3 of 4: Make agreements
If we are a good match, we agree how we work together. We help you prepare, so you know what is needed and when.
Step 4 of 4: Build your business
In your first year, you build your business here. We guide you and connect you with experts and partners.
More about selection and intake
We start with a document-based intake. This is followed by a conversation in which we take a close look at your proposition, market, team, planning, and overall feasibility. If we see a good match, we make agreements about guidance and communication. We then support you in preparing for the trajectory and make sure you know what is needed, and when.
Your application
What you need to submit
5 documents for the document-based intake.
Pitch deck
Problem, solution, market, revenue model, team, roadmap
Innovation
Short description of the innovation: what is new compared to existing solutions
Traction
Customers, pilots, LOIs, if available
Financials
High-level: budget, assumptions, runway
12-month plan
Plan for the first 12 months in the Netherlands
Your first year
During the first year, the focus is on execution.
- Validation
- Sharpening your value proposition
- Building your network
- Organising your next steps: customers, partners, funding
We support you with practical guidance and, where relevant, connect you to experts or partners.
You remain responsible for execution; we guide and monitor progress at a high level.
