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HGV Driver Relocation Guide: Moving to the Netherlands
High demand · €37,978-€43,684 · Visa: Single permit (GVVA)
This guide is for an HGV Driver planning to move to the Netherlands. Whether you just received a job offer, are still exploring, or are mid-application — you will find everything you need here.
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💰 Salary
€37,978-€43,684
📋 Visa
Single permit (GVVA)
The salary must be at least €2,337 a month, and your employer must show that no suitable candidate could be found in the Netherlands or the EU (a labour-market test) before the single permit is granted.
🎓 Recognition
Professional truck drivers in the Netherlands need a category C or CE driving li...
📈 Demand
High
Quick answers
Can an HGV Driver work in the Netherlands as a non-EU professional?
Yes, through the Single permit (GVVA) route. The salary must be at least €2,337 a month, and your employer must show that no suitable candidate could be found in the Netherlands or the EU (a labour-market test) before the single permit is granted. HGV Drivers currently see High demand in the Netherlands.
What salary can an HGV Driver expect in the Netherlands?
€37,978-€43,684 gross per year.
How long does it take to move to the Netherlands as an HGV Driver?
Visa processing on the Single permit (GVVA) route: about 7 weeks (legal maximum 90 days). The visa guide explains what this time covers. Allow extra time for qualification recognition if your role needs it.
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What Do HGV Drivers Earn in the Netherlands?
€37,978-€43,684
Median salary: €40,118
The salary shown is the CBS 25th–75th percentile of hourly pay for the occupation group, converted to a full-time year; it excludes holiday allowance (vakantiegeld).
Which Visa Do HGV Drivers Use to Move to the Netherlands?
Single permit (GVVA)
Single permit (GVVA) is the main route for HGV Drivers relocating to the Netherlands. The salary must be at least €2,337 a month, and your employer must show that no suitable candidate could be found in the Netherlands or the EU (a labour-market test) before the single permit is granted.
Is Your HGV Driver Qualification Recognised in the Netherlands?
Professional truck drivers in the Netherlands need a category C or CE driving licence plus the EU driver qualification (vakbekwaamheid), which is recorded on the licence; the basic qualification test is taken at the CBR (Centraal Bureau Rijvaardigheidsbewijzen).
Recognition authority: CBR (Centraal Bureau Rijvaardigheidsbewijzen)
If your role needs recognition, it can take several months, so start the process before you arrive.
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