Last updated 2026-07-23
Researcher visa in Netherlands for Australian citizens
Visa for long-term research
Visa overview
Issued to researchers applying for the first time or already having a researcher residence permit under Directive (EU) 2016/801 in another EU country but planning to come to the Netherlands to conduct research for more than 180 days under the Intra-EU mobility scheme. Only employer can apply for this type of visa.
Visa validity period
from 3 months to 5 years
Consular fee
€254 (~$290)
Time frames and cost
Documents
Mandatory
Supporting
Additional
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Requirements
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of one or more member states.
Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.
Visa Information
English international
Category code
D
Type of visa
Residence visa
Category
Work visa
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