Last updated 16 October 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Researcher visa in Netherlands for Canadian citizens
Visa for long-term research
Researcher visa — what you need to know
Issued to researchers applying for the first time. Only employer can apply for this type of visa.
Available to salaried researchers, scholarship-funded researchers and PhD candidates
The host university or research organisation must be a recognised sponsor with the IND
An employment contract or hosting agreement is required
If no salary is paid, financial means may be demonstrated through a grant, scholarship, sponsor’s funds or bank savings
Indicative income threshold: €1,635.90 gross SV excluding holiday allowance, or €1,766.77 including holiday allowance
The residence permit is issued for the duration of the contract or agreement, up to a maximum of 5 years
Family members can relocate with the main applicant, and the spouse or partner may work without a TWV
The holder may work freely without a TWV work permit
The residence permit can be renewed if the project continues
Research mobility to other EU countries is permitted for up to 180 days
After 5 years of residence, the holder may apply for permanent residence
If the research position is lost, the holder may be given up to 3 or 6 months to find a new position
Eligible individuals:
- Researcher
How does this visa work?
Don’t postpone the application
The visa is processed 2 months. Many people contact us 3–5 days before their trip, so start the process in advance
How can you prove the basis for the visa?
They clarify the purpose of the visit and future activities in the country
What must be prepared?
Basic package — always required, regardless of the application conditions
What additional documents may be required?
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
*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.
Are you eligible for this visa?
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.
Official visa information
English international
Category code
D
Type of visa
Residence visa
Category
Work visas