Study part-time with a Highly Skilled Immigrant (HSM) Visa in NL

Member since 28 July 2022

alexdeberyanNew member06 December 2022 11:19:17

Hello!

I just want to know if it's possible to study part-time (a master's degree at a recognized university), but at the same time work as a Highly Skilled Migrant in the Netherlands.

I would assume that, if it's a part-time degree, there wouldn't be a lot of checks or permissions, since studying would not be my main occupation.

Thanks a lot.

Cynic UK/Netherlands Expert

Member since 15 September 2015

CynicUK/Netherlands Expert06 December 2022 15:17:30

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I suspect not; student visas limit the total hours you can work to 16 hours p/week, However, this is a limit for a full-time course, if yours is part-time, then perhaps you can get around it. HSM visas are agreed upon between the employer and IND, my advice is to ask your potential employer to enquire with their IND contact.

Cynic

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pelinsahin Member

Member since 20 September 2022

pelinsahinMember06 December 2022 15:34:42

I actually send an email about this to IND. I am non-EU and I would need a work permit to work during studies and that can only be max 16 hours. I am not sure if that is the case for EU citizens too but I think not. I saw examples of non-EU students working at their universities though which is what I will try.