VisaChief🇳🇱 Study in Netherlands
The Netherlands has one of the widest ranges of English-taught degrees in Europe. Universities handle the IND residence-permit application for you, and the Orientation Year keeps graduates in the country to find work.
Visa
Residence permit (study) / MVV
Gov fee
€228
Processing
2-8 weeks (via university)
Work rights
16 hours/week year-round, or full-time in summer (June-August).
Post-study
Orientation Year (zoekjaar): 1 year to work or find a job after graduating.
English
IELTS 6.0-6.5 for English-taught bachelor's and master's.
Avg tuition
€8k-20k / yr
Avg living
€12k-15k / yr
Financial requirement
Show ~€14,700/yr living costs; the university applies to IND for you.
Step-by-step: Residence permit (study) / MVV
Get admitted to a recognised sponsor
Dutch universities are IND-recognised sponsors.
Provide funds & documents
The university collects your proof of funds and passport.
University applies to IND
The institution files your MVV/residence-permit request.
Collect MVV & travel
Pick up the entry visa and register after arrival.
What you will need
- Admission from a recognised sponsor
- Proof of funds (~€14,700/yr)
- Valid passport
- Health insurance
Top universities in Netherlands
3 institutions that enrol international students.
#49 WORLD
🇳🇱 Delft University of Technology
Delft · 3 degrees
#53 WORLD
🇳🇱 University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam · 3 degrees
#124 WORLD
🇳🇱 Eindhoven University of Technology
Eindhoven · 2 degrees
Indicative figures for 2025-26. Confirm current fees, funds thresholds and rules at the official government source before applying. General information only, not immigration advice.