Self-Employed (Ondernemer) vs Investor Residency

Comparing two popular long-stay routes: Self-Employed (Ondernemer) in Netherlands and Investor Residency in Peru. Requirements below, then check both against your passport and income.

RequirementSelf-Employed (Ondernemer)Investor Residency
Min income
Min savings$5,500$500,000
Fee$380$380
Stay length24 months24 months
Processing12–20 weeks12–24 weeks

FAQ

Self-Employed (Ondernemer) vs Investor Residency: which is easier to get?

Income rules differ, Self-Employed (Ondernemer) expects no fixed income rule and Investor Residency expects no fixed income rule. Match both against your passport on Jonzy.

What income do Self-Employed (Ondernemer) and Investor Residency require?

Self-Employed (Ondernemer) (Netherlands) expects no fixed income rule; Investor Residency (Peru) expects no fixed income rule. Thresholds change, verify on each official portal and check your exact passport on Jonzy.

Can I check both against my passport?

Yes. Jonzy's free visa check buckets both programs as Eligible, Close, or Not a fit for your exact passport and income, and shows the smallest move that unlocks each one.