Practical information

Lifeport Welcome Center (LWC) provides easy access to the Lifeport innovation network for highly-skilled migrants. Whether you are relocating an expat for the first time or are already used to hiring foreign employees, we ensure a smooth and fast immigration.

The rules that apply to you and the procedures that you have to go through when applying for a visa, depend on your particular situation.

You have found your job, found agreement on the salary and you are ready to go. What next? What kind of documents are required? We are here to help you take this step.

If you're moving to the Netherlands with your family, it's important that everyone is registered in your new Dutch municipality. You might also have to sort out other practicalities, such as the residence permits of your family or day care or schooling for your kids.

Dutch labour law contains extensive protections for employees. Still, expats should be aware of regulations and legislation. This can help you solve any conflicts that might arise more smoothly and swiftly.

If you're coming to the Netherlands to live here, you'll also come in contact with the Dutch healthcare system — one of the best healthcare systems in the world. All residents of the Netherlands have access to high-quality and specialised healthcare. The Dutch government monitors the quality, accessibility and affordability of healthcare. To cover the costs of the system, all residents of the Netherlands have health insurance.

Welcome Center Food Valley (WCFV) in Wageningen provides easy access to the Food Valley for highly-skilled migrants. Whether you are relocating an expat for the first time or are already used to hiring foreign employees, we ensure a smooth and fast immigration.