Dutch sponsor directory, page 130: 12,901 to 13,000
The IND public register of recognised sponsors lists 13,364 organisations in the Netherlands, read every week, each with its category and KvK number.
The IND register lists a category and a KvK number. It has no ratings, routes or towns, so neither do we.
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The Monday summary lists the sponsors the IND added in the last week, from the register we check. Free, and you can turn it off at any time.
Questions
What is an IND recognised sponsor?
A company or institution the Dutch IND has approved to sponsor residence permits. Recognition is required to hire highly skilled migrants (kennismigranten) and is optional but faster for several other routes.
How many recognised sponsors are there in the Netherlands?
13,364 organisations are currently on the IND public register. This page is refreshed from that register.
How do I check if a company is a recognised sponsor?
Search the company name from the full list. Each sponsor page shows the sponsor type (work, study, research or exchange): the KvK number, and when it appeared on or left the register.
Can a company that is not a recognised sponsor hire me?
For the highly skilled migrant route, no. For other routes (for example EU Blue Card or intra-corporate transfer) a non-recognised employer may still apply, with a longer procedure.
Sources
IND public register of recognised sponsorsind.nl · checked 9 Nov 2026, 06:00 (opens in a new tab)Facts from the IND public register. Not immigration advice.