Live in Netherlands while having a job in Iraq
Can I work remotely in Netherlands for a company in Iraq?
Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:
- Your contract of employment must be a “work permit” (Visa)
- Your company must be registered in the Netherlands
- You must be a Dutch citizen or have a Dutch passport
- You must be able to prove that you have a bank account in the Netherlands
- You must be able to prove that you have a residence in the Netherlands
- You must have a residence permit in the Netherlands
- You must have a valid passport
- You must have a valid visa
What is a work permit?
A work permit is a document issued by the Dutch government that allows you to work in the Netherlands. A work permit is required by every foreigner who wants to work in the Netherlands. A work permit is not a visa.
How do I get a work permit?
You can apply for a work permit at the local police station. If you are already working in the Netherlands, you can ask your employer to submit your application for you.
What documents do I need?
You will need to provide the following documents when you apply for a work permit:
A valid passport
A residence permit
A valid visa
A bank statement (for the last 6 months)
A letter from your employer
A letter from the Dutch consulate or embassy in your country
A letter from the Dutch consulate or embassy in the country where you want to work
How can I find a remote job in Iraq while living in Netherlands?
When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in Iraq even if you are located in Netherlands, for that we need to have a few things in place.
Here are the steps to follow in order to find a remote job in Iraq:
- Choose the right online job board
First, you need to choose the right job board to find remote jobs in Iraq. The best job board to find remote jobs in Iraq is JobPort. This job board has a high number of Iraqi jobs available. Also, the jobs available on this job board are mostly remote jobs. - Choose the right job type
It is important to choose the right job type to apply for. There are two types of jobs available on JobPort:
• Full-time: These jobs are usually available in the Middle East region. The employees are usually based in the Middle East.
• Contract: These jobs are usually available in the Middle East region. - Find the right job title
It is important to find the right job title to apply for. The job title should include the job location and the job type. - Choose the right job description
It is important to choose the right job description to apply for. The job description should include the job location and the job type. - Find the right job skills
It is important to find the right job skills to apply for. The job skills should include the job location and the job type.
How can I get paid in Netherlands when working remotely for a company in Iraq?
It is possible to get paid in Netherlands while working for a company in Iraq but it will take some work on your behalf.
The first step is to contact your employer and ask if they are willing to pay you in Netherlands. It is important to ask this question as some companies may not be willing to pay in Netherlands, and some may only be willing to pay in Iraq.
When you ask your employer if they are willing to pay you in Netherlands, make sure you are clear about what you mean. You may want to be paid in Euros or the Iraqi dinar or you may want to be paid in euros and have your salary sent to your bank in Iraq.
If your employer is willing to pay you in Netherlands, then you can go ahead and apply for a work permit in the Netherlands. This is done through the Dutch embassy in Baghdad.
In the Netherlands, you can apply for a work permit if you have been working for at least 12 months. You will need to show that you have been working for at least 12 months and that you have been working for the same company for at least 12 months.
If you are paid in Iraq, then you will need to convert this money to euros before you can apply for a work permit. The easiest way to do this is to go to an exchange office in Baghdad. You will need to convert the amount to euros and then you can apply for a work permit.
Will I pay taxes in Netherlands or Iraq when working remotely in Netherlands?
Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in Netherlands for a corporation in Iraq, so it’s important to know what is your tax status. If you’re a Dutch citizen and working in Iraq, you’ll be taxed in the Netherlands. You’ll also need to pay taxes in Iraq. If you’re a non-Dutch citizen and working in the Netherlands, you’ll be taxed in the Netherlands.
I’m a freelance journalist in Iraq and I’ve just been approached by a Dutch newspaper to do an interview. They said I can work from anywhere, but they want to be sure that I pay taxes in Iraq. Do you know if it’s possible? – Lizette van der Pol
You can work from anywhere in Iraq, but the Dutch newspaper is right.
What is the Dutch government’s stance on working in Iraq?
The Dutch government says that working abroad is a privilege, not a right. As a freelancer, you’ll need to pay taxes in Iraq.
