Employer
Hiring and relocating international employees
Do you employ or are you looking to hire international staff for your company in the Netherlands? This page presents an overview with important information and ways to help your new employees feel at home in Utrecht Region.
Checklist
Are you looking for employees from abroad? We have made a checklist to guide you through the recruitment process and inform you about the essential procedures.
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Relocation guide
Once you have found your new employees, there are many things they need to know and arrange when relocating. The International Welcome Centre's relocation guide will help them along the way.
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The important first steps
It's important your employee arranges the formalities early on in the relocation process. They might need to file a permit to work in the Netherlands and register with the municipality to receive a BSN number. Click the link below to find more information about these and other formalities and make an appointment to arrange them.
Useful information
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30% tax ruling
30% tax ruling![]()
If you recruit highly skilled migrants for a specific employment position, they may be eligible for the 30% tax ruling, allowing employers to pay 30% of an employee’s salary tax-free.
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Hiring a student
Hiring a student![]()
Utrecht Region is home to a large number of talented and motivated international students. This document provides all you need to know about hiring an international student.
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Living in Utrecht Region
Living in Utrecht Region![]()
Now that your new employees have relocated, it is time for them to settle in. As an employer, you can refer them to our website for practical information about life in Utrecht Region.
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Jobs for spouses
Jobs for spouses![]()
Employees often take their partners with them when they relocate to the Netherlands. In case they are looking for a job, refer them to this jobportal filled with vacancies for internationals.
Growing your business
Do you want to grow your business in the Netherlands and internationally? SPIN Ideas’ team helps startups, scaleups and corporates to grow their business sustainably, with a strong focus on marketing strategy, strategic partnerships and creating the right business connections.
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Become a partner
Become a partner of the International Welcome Centre and help your international employees on arrival and throughout their stay in Utrecht Region and connect with other internationally oriented corporates. You will among others receive a discount on a valuable Feel at Home Training for your international staff. Discover the benefits of our partnership programme.
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