Netherlands
For clients planning to study in the Netherlands, stay after graduation for an Orientation Year (Zoekjaar), or secure housing before/after arrival, we provide end-to-end support from route design to documents, submission, and landing. The key is turning rules into an actionable checklist and building the timeline as a real project plan to avoid repeated supplements and loss of control.
Netherlands: What we can help with
Study applications (Bachelor/Master/Pathway)
Programme-first selection and a clean application package—no document chaos.
- School/programme shortlist + timeline planning
- CV, motivation letter and reference letters polishing
- Application forms + document checklist verification
- Visa/residence application coordination (per filing channel)
- Arrival checklist: registration, insurance, banking (guidance)
Orientation Year permit (Zoekjaar)
For recent graduates/PhDs/researchers who want time to find a job or build a business idea—structured support from eligibility to filing.
- Eligibility pre-check (graduation/research window, degree conditions)
- Document logic + consistency checks (avoid contradictions)
- Online filing / appointments / additional requests coordination
- Job-search pack: CV, cover letter, application strategy (optional)
- Next-step advice: transition to a work permit path
Housing search & relocation
Treat housing like a project: area → budget → documents → outreach → contract → move-in.
- Needs profiling (city, commute, budget, priorities)
- Listing screening + outreach support (EN/NL email scripts)
- Tenant document pack (income/savings/guarantor/student proof)
- Contract key points + risk flags (deposit, termination, clauses)
- Move-in checklist and inspection photo guide
Requirements may vary by nationality, place of residence, filing channel and individual case. We verify everything against the latest official guidance.
What you will get (deliverables)
- Route & timeline plan (what to do each week, in what order)
- Custom checklist + risk notes (what’s missing, how to fix it)
- Core writing support: CV / letters / explanation note (optional)
- Consistency audit across forms and documents (names, dates, history)
- Filing guide: portals, fees, receipts, and follow-ups
- Housing document pack templates + communication scripts
- Arrival checklist: registration, insurance, bank account, etc.
- Progress tracking with clear next actions
Our process
- Step 1:Assessment: goal, city, timeline, constraints
- Step 2:Route selection: study / orientation year / housing strategy
- Step 3:Preparation: checklist collection + writing + consistency audit
- Step 4:Submission coordination: portal steps and receipt management
- Step 5:Follow-up: handle additional requests with version control
- Step 6:Landing support: housing handover + practical arrival guidance
Typical documents (for planning)
- Passport + photos (per official requirements)
- Education documents: diploma/degree, transcripts, enrollment proof (if applicable)
- Financial proof (savings/income/guarantor) as required
- CV and motivation / explanation letters (as applicable)
- Accommodation proof (if required by filing channel)
- Insurance proof (as applicable)
- Police clearance / health docs if required
- Previous visas/residence permits (if any)
Note: documents differ by route and filing channel (consulate / local authority / online platform). Always follow the official checklist for your case.
FAQ
Clear answers to the questions we hear most.
What is the Orientation Year (Zoekjaar) permit?
It is a residence permit commonly valid for one year that gives eligible recent graduates/PhD holders/researchers time to find a job or start a business, with work rights defined by the IND rules.
When can I apply for an Orientation Year?
A common rule is that you must apply within a defined window after graduation/research (often within 3 years). Eligibility depends on your exact profile and the official checklist.
What causes delays most often?
Inconsistent information across CV, forms and supporting documents (different dates/titles). We run a consistency audit to prevent avoidable requests.
Do you guarantee approval or housing?
No—no one should. What we do guarantee is disciplined planning, cleaner documents, and earlier risk detection.
Can you help with employer sponsorship steps?
We can help you understand the transition and prepare documents, but the final employer/legal steps depend on the employer and the official procedure.
I’m not sure which city yet—what’s the first move?
Define purpose (study/work), timeline (earliest arrival, latest filing), and budget boundary. That narrows choices fast.
Want a plan you can actually execute?
Share your goal, timeline and background. We turn policy and paperwork into a clear action plan.