The minimum salary levels for highly skilled migrants in the Netherlands are indexed annually by the government, in line with the current inflation rate.
| Highly skilled migrants aged 30 years or older | €5,331.00 |
| Highly skilled migrants younger than 30 years | €3,909.00 |
| Highly skilled migrants following an orientation year for highly qualified persons, or without an orientation year permit within three years after graduation, or work as scientific researcher. | €2,801.00 |
| EU Blue card holders | €6,245.00 |
The updated data will be published on the IND’s standard salary page shortly.
Please note that the levels are indicated for gross salaries without 8% holiday allowance. The new minimum salary levels will apply to all employment contracts concluded from January 1, 2024. For all other employment contracts, the current salary levels will remain in effect.