What is the Startup Visa?
The Dutch Startup Visa is a one-year residence permit created for ambitious startup founders from outside the EU. It allows you to establish your innovative business in the Netherlands under the guidance of a recognized facilitator. There are various requirements that the startup must qualify for in order to qualify for the Dutch Startup Visa. These include that the business idea needs to be innovative or tech-driven, the startup must work with a Recognised Facilitator (like The Unusual Space), the startup must have a feasible business plan, and the startup owner must meet minimum financial criteria, amongst others.
Sounds complex? It can be, but that’s exactly why we’re here to help.
At The Unusual Space, we offer tailored support and consultation to startups even before the application process. This is both to ensure that the startup understands the reality of this process, but also to ensure that their business idea will not only meet the requirements for the Dutch Startup Visa, but after it’s all said and done, that their business with flourish in the Netherlands.
Startup Visa Consultation by The Unusual Space
Step 1: Introductory Consultation
At the first step our Head of Facilitation will have an introductory call with the startup, as the first fact-finding mission. During this phase we get to know the business idea, the goals for the business and themselves in the Netherlands. We will often as for the business plan of the startup during this phase, to make a pre-assessment.
Step 2: Tailored Pre-Application Guidance
Following the initial consultation, we provide:
Expert feedback on your business plan in relation to RVO (Netherlands Enterprise Agency) standards
Guidance on how to refine your proposal to improve your chances of success
Honest advice about finding the right Startup Visa facilitator if your idea falls outside our ecosystem
It’s important to note that this consultation does not include the official Startup Visa application process or automatic entry into our facilitation program. However, if your startup aligns with our ecosystem and excites our team, you may be invited to join The Unusual Space’s Startup Visa Facilitation Program.
What’s Included in The Unusual Space’s Startup Program?
If selected for our fill facilitation program, you’ll receive:
A 1-year facilitation and mentorship program tailored to your startup’s needs
Access to expert mentors and business professionals
Invitations to exclusive networking and knowledge-sharing events
Access to use our in-house facilities, including; our co-working space, event venue, and meeting rooms
A direct connection to a diverse and supportive ecosystem
If you’re serious about bringing your startup to the Netherlands and want expert, honest feedback before applying, our Startup Visa Consultation is the perfect place to begin.
Fill out the contact form below to book your consultation and take the first step toward launching your business in the Netherlands.
