NetherlandsHighly Skilled Migrant, EU Blue Card
Dutch highly skilled migrant salary thresholds for 2026
In effect since 1 Jan 2026Sources checked 28 Oct 2026
For 2026 the IND requires a gross monthly salary of €5,942 for highly skilled migrants aged 30 or older, €4,357 for those under 30 and €3,122 under the reduced criterion. The EU Blue Card amount is €5,942.
Who it affects
Workers sponsored as highly skilled migrants or EU Blue Card holders
What the official source says
“The required amounts change every year on January 1.”
“Highly skilled migrants 30 years or older € 5,942.00”
“Highly skilled migrants younger than 30 years € 4,357.00”
“Highly skilled migrants reduced salary criterion € 3,122.00”
“European Blue Card € 5,942.00”
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