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Your Pathway to a Rewarding Nursing Career in the Netherlands

The Netherlands is opening its doors to qualified nursing professionals as its healthcare system evolves, presenting unmatched opportunities. Through Hexallt’s official hiring program, you’ll begin your journey as a Caregiver, with full support to transition into a Registered Nurse (RN) under the Dutch Ministry of Health. This is an ideal opportunity for those committed to relocating and building a long-term healthcare career in the Netherlands.


Employment Terms and Benefits in the Netherlands

You will enter a 3+2 year employment contract with a monthly gross salary of €2,933 (approximately ₹2.5–₹3 lakh per month based on exchange rates), totaling around €40,000 (without overtime) –€57,000 annually (including overtime), along with additional perks. Your placement will be in one of four cities: Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Huizen, or Tilburg. After settling in, you’ll be eligible to bring your family to join you. The average process duration is between 6 to 12 months.

Your workweek consists of 36 hours across 5 days, with overtime paid between 22% and 60% extra, depending on the shift timing—helping you maximize your earnings. You need to learn the basics of Dutch Language [A2, A2, and basics of B1 in India], and the advanced Dutch language training will be provided free of cost by the employer after you arrive in the Netherlands.

Immigration Pathways

To accommodate different personal and professional situations, we offer two process tracks:

Standard Process

Ideal for those who wish to continue working in their current job while studying Dutch. This pathway offers flexible learning schedules, personalized support, and a duration of 6–12 months, allowing gradual integration into Dutch society.

Express Process

Designed for candidates who opt to leave their jobs and focus full-time on Dutch language studies. This immersive program accelerates your progress to B1-level fluency in 5–7 months, includes cultural orientation, and ensures you're fully prepared for life and work in the Netherlands. The selection for express process would be based on the immediate requirement. 

Visa & Work Permits

You will enter the Netherlands through the MVV (Provisional Residence Permit), which pre-approves your long-stay visa. After arrival, your employer will apply for the GVVA (Combined Residence and Work Permit), which authorizes you to both live and work in the country.

While a family visa is not issued immediately, you may apply for it 6 months after arrival. Your employer has a dedicated team to assist with this process, but the associated costs will be your responsibility. Notably, this visa falls under the Schengen category, allowing travel across Europe.

Step-by-Step Selection Process

  1. Preliminary Screening – Completed within 2–3 days

  2. GPPAE Exam – Visit www.gppae.com for details

  3. Result Announcement – Shortly after examination

  4. Document Verification

  5. Interview with Employer – Scheduled within 7–14 days

  6. Interview Result & Offer Letter – Within 10 days of the interview

  7. Dutch Language Learning – Begin training with full support from Hexallt

  8. Immigration & VISA Processing – Starts during language learning phase

  9. Submit B1 Certificate – After completing language training

  10. Departure – Within 60 days of language appraisal.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Education: BSc Nursing or GNM with at least 1 year of experience

  • Language: A1, A2 and basics of B1-level Dutch (you’ll have time to achieve this)

  • Driving License: Valid 4-wheeler license (can be obtained during process)

  • Age: Up to 38 years

  • Gender: Open to all eligible male and female candidates

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