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Care Worker Relocation Guide: Moving to the Netherlands
High demand · €31,721-€41,658 · Visa: Single permit (GVVA)
This guide is for a Care Worker planning to move to the Netherlands. Whether you just received a job offer, are still exploring, or are mid-application — you will find everything you need here.
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If you support people for a living, you already bring skills that employers in the Netherlands urgently need. This guide is written with respect for care and nursing work: it focuses on realistic visa routes, language expectations, and recognition — without sugar-coating how demanding relocation can be.
Quick stats
💰 Salary
€31,721-€41,658
📋 Visa
Single permit (GVVA)
📈 Demand
High
Quick answers
Can a Care Worker work in the Netherlands as a non-EU professional?
Yes, through the Single permit (GVVA) route. Care Workers currently see High demand in the Netherlands.
What salary can a Care Worker expect in the Netherlands?
€31,721-€41,658 gross per year.
How long does it take to move to the Netherlands as a Care Worker?
Visa processing on the Single permit (GVVA) route: about 7 weeks (legal maximum 90 days). The visa guide explains what this time covers.
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What Do Care Workers Earn in the Netherlands?
€31,721-€41,658
Which Visa Do Care Workers Use to Move to the Netherlands?
Single permit (GVVA)
Single permit (GVVA) is the main route for Care Workers relocating to the Netherlands.
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