This page is for internationals in the Netherlands who:
Whether you’re restarting your career, switching industries, or exploring your options, we help you move forward with clarity.
If you have a partner residence permit in the Netherlands, you can usually work without restrictions.
This means
In practice, this gives you a strong position in the job market, but many internationals (and even employers) aren’t fully aware of this.
Even with fewer legal barriers, finding a job isn’t always straightforward:
At Brave Ones, we support internationals in turning their situation into opportunity, including those on partner visas.
1. Access to the right opportunities
We connect you with employers who are open to international talent and understand your work eligibility.
2. Clarity on your position
We help you clearly communicate your visa status so employers understand you can work without sponsorship.
3. Practical career support
From CV optimisation to interview preparation, we guide you through what works in the Dutch job market through our blogs.
4. Building your network
We help you connect with other internationals and professionals so you don’t have to figure everything out alone.
Being on a partner visa doesn’t mean putting your career on hold.
With the right support and strategy, you can find meaningful work, grow professionally, and create your own path here.
You’re not just “moving with someone”, you’re building your own future too.
Ready to build your life here? Explore our blogs on working, legal requirements, and navigating life in the Netherlands on a partner visa.
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.
Yes, in most cases you can work freely. Your residence card will state whether you are allowed to work without restrictions (often shown as “arbeid vrij toegestaan, TWV niet vereist”).
Usually not. Most partner visas allow you to work without a separate work permit, making it easier for employers to hire you.
If your residence permit allows free access to the labour market, you can work in any job, including full-time, part-time, freelance, or temporary roles.
Even though you can work freely, challenges often include understanding the Dutch job market, language barriers, and explaining your visa status to employers who may not be familiar with it.
Not always. Many roles are entry-level and designed for students. What matters most is your motivation and availability.
