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Study in Netherlands – Student Visa Guide
About the Netherlands
Top Universities
Student Visa (MVV)
Post-Study Work Visa (Orientation Year)
Tuition Fees
Living Costs
Work Rights During Study
Post-Study Job Opportunities
Long-Term Work Visas
Health Insurance
About the Netherlands
- Located in Western Europe
- High-quality education system with globally ranked universities
- English widely spoken; many programs offered in English
- Strong economy with good job opportunities
Top Universities
- Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)
- University of Amsterdam (UvA)
- Utrecht University
- Leiden University
- Erasmus University Rotterdam
- Wageningen University & Research
Student Visa (MVV)
- Valid for full course duration + 3 months after graduation
- Application submitted by the university
- Processing time: ~60 days
- Includes residence permit
Post-Study Work Visa (Orientation Year)
- Duration: 12 months
- Full work rights (any job)
- Apply before visa expiry or within 3 years after graduation
- Available for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD graduates
Tuition Fees
- Bachelor’s: €9,000 – €17,000 per year
- Master’s: €14,000 – €22,000 per year
Living Costs
- Accommodation: €600 – €1,200
- Utilities & Insurance: €150
- Food & Transport: €300
- Total: €1,300 – €2,000 per month
Work Rights During Study
- Up to 16 hours per week
- Full-time allowed during summer
- Average pay: €11–12/hour
- Employer must arrange work permit
Post-Study Job Opportunities
- High-demand sectors:
- IT & AI
- Engineering & Manufacturing
- Life Sciences & Biotech
- Healthcare & Pharma
- Finance & Business
- Logistics & Transport
- Major employers: ASML, Philips
- Average salaries: €30,000 – €45,000 per year
Long-Term Work Visas
- Highly Skilled Migrant Visa
- Salary: €4,357 (under 30), €5,942 (30+)
- EU Blue Card: Minimum €5,942/month
- Easier mobility across EU
Health Insurance
- Mandatory for all students
- €100/month
- Eligible for healthcare allowance (Zorgtoeslag)