Published: 02.10.2026
The business visa is intended only for temporary entry and cannot serve as a route to permanent residence in the Netherlands. Long-term relocation therefore requires a separate immigration route.
A short business visit and relocation are legally different scenarios: the business visa allows temporary entry but does not itself lead to permanent residence. This matters to professionals and entrepreneurs who might otherwise treat business travel as the first stage of a long-term move. A separate residence basis and permit are required for relocation rather than relying on the business visa. According to the source, this distinction should be checked when planning work, business activity or a later residence application.