Work permit in NL for a non-EU citizens

There are really only two ways for a non-EU citizen to get a work permit. The first way is to apply directly to companies yourself. You cannot use a recruitment agency like Undutchables because our clients require that all candidates have their paperwork in order. This is because it saves the companies a lot of time as they are looking for people who can begin work immediately. Applying for a work permit may take up to 6 months and companies just do not have the time to do that. If, however, you do apply to companies on your own and they would like to hire you, then they will start the permit process for you. This is not as easy as it sounds. The company has to prove that it is in their best interest to hire you above all other Dutch and EU candidates. They also have to prove that the job has been advertised for at least six weeks and that they have interviewed Dutch and EU candidates, yet you were the best person for the job. Read more: Eurogates. Forum of education news