Hiring internationals is perceived as too difficult specifically, complicated paperwork and language barriers. Contrary to these beliefs there are more advantages to hiring international students
Attracting international talent is only part of the challenge. The real question is: how do you ensure they stay? The first few years after arrival can be crucial for internationals to decide if they stay in the Netherlands.
The International Centres of South Holland united on 11 December to strengthen international talent through policy talks, student retention strategies, permit updates, and the new Work in South Holland platform promoting jobs and integration.
International professionals often leave not from lack of skill, but unclear career direction. Organisations retain talent by clarifying growth paths, recognising transferable skills, supporting belonging, and engaging families through conversations.
Successful relocation goes beyond paperwork. Supporting internationals with housing, daily life, family needs, cultural norms, and early integration improves comfort, engagement, and retention, setting the foundation for a positive, sustainable experience
2026 brings higher salary thresholds, stricter sponsor obligations, monthly payment proof, updated permit rules, and new 30% ruling norms with an income cap, making audits and compliance essential for employers.
Smooth family relocation hinges on smart education support, guiding children through Dutch schools, language programs, and integration boosts both family happiness and international assignment success.
Webster Leiden Campus has strengthened its commitment to sustainability through strategic initiatives, including the launch of the MS in Sustainability Management and the integration of sustainability across undergraduate and graduate curricula.