Insights

On 10 March 2026, the European Parliament adopted the EU Talent Pool Regulation. The Regulation introduces a new EU-wide digital platform designed to help employers find talent from outside the EU.

The European Union (EU) has begun implementing the new Entry/Exit System (EES) beginning on 12 October 2025, with a rollout at some external borders.

The Dutch government is tightening its oversight of the Highly Skilled Migrant (HSM) scheme, signalling a shift toward more rigorous enforcement of immigration compliance. As part of this effort, the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) has increased inspection visits and is scrutinising recognised sponsors more closely than ever before.

The Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) annually adjusts the minimum salary requirements for Highly Skilled Migrants and other employees relocating from outside the EU to the Netherlands. Below you will find the updated salary thresholds for 2026.

The EU Blue Card regime has undergone numerous changes over the last few years in line with the Netherlands implementing the Directive 2021/1883, making it more accessible and interesting to employers and employees alike.

Starting 1 January, 2026, a legislative amendment to the Aliens Regulation 2000 introduces a new documentation requirement for recognised sponsors employing Highly Skilled Migrants or European Blue Card holders.