Frequently Asked Questions

ISEFA B.V. provides a range of services designed to help international students, refugees, and newcomers legally access part-time employment in the Netherlands, while making the process easy and risk-free for employers.

Our core services include:

✅ Employer of Record (EoR) Services
We legally employ students on behalf of Dutch businesses, handling all employment contracts, social insurance, and compliance with labor laws.
✅ TWV Work Permit Application
We prepare and submit the tewerkstellingsvergunning (TWV) application required for non-EU/EEA students to work legally in the Netherlands.
✅ Student Job Placement Support
We match eligible students with verified employers in sectors facing labor shortages, ensuring safe, fair, and flexible job opportunities.
✅ Legal Onboarding & Contract Briefing
We guide students through their rights and responsibilities, explaining contract terms, permit conditions, and wage entitlements in simple language.
✅ Payroll & Administrative Management
We take care of monthly salary payments, tax filings, social contributions, and all employer-related obligations, ensuring transparency and accuracy.
All our services are designed to protect students, simplify hiring for employers, and ensure full legal compliance with Dutch regulations.

ISEFA B.V. offers international students a lawful, safe, and supportive pathway to part-time employment in the Netherlands. By acting as the legal employer, we eliminate the common barriers students face—like navigating work permits, securing trusted contracts, or finding reliable employers.

Key benefits include:

✅ Legal Work Authorization – We apply for the TWV (work permit) on your behalf, so you can work with full confidence under Dutch law.
✅ Guaranteed Legal Employment – You’re officially employed by ISEFA B.V., ensuring transparent contracts, fair wages, and social insurance coverage.
✅ Employer Matching – We connect you with verified Dutch businesses offering flexible part-time roles that match your skills and availability.
✅ Ongoing Support – From onboarding to payroll, we provide clear communication and help you understand your rights and responsibilities at every step.
Unlike informal or undocumented jobs, our model protects your legal status, your academic focus, and your long-term career prospects.

Yes. ISEFA B.V. acts as the official Employer of Record for international students, which means we apply for and manage the Dutch work permit (Tewerkstellingsvergunning or TWV) on their behalf. Students do not need to apply for the TWV themselves—we handle the entire process, including documentation, submission, and compliance, as part of our legal employment arrangement.

This ensures that students:

Are lawfully employed under Dutch labor regulations
Work within the permitted hours and under legal terms
Receive transparent contracts and payroll processing

ISEFA B.V.’s services are primarily available to non-EU/EEA international students who are legally enrolled in accredited Dutch educational institutions and meet the eligibility criteria for part-time employment under Dutch labor law.

We currently focus on:

Students who hold a valid Dutch residence permit for study purposes
Those eligible to work a maximum of 16 hours per week during the academic year, or full-time during summer months (June–August)
Students who are not already contracted through another employer
While we aim to serve as many students as possible, all placements are subject to:

Legal work permit (TWV) approval
Employer demand and job availability
Compliance with IND and UWV regulations
If you’re unsure whether you qualify, our team will gladly review your documents and provide guidance before initiating the process.

ISEFA B.V. connects international students with part-time job opportunities that are legally authorized, flexible, and suited to their availability and skill levels. We work primarily with Dutch businesses in sectors experiencing labor shortages or high demand for support staff.

Examples of job types include:

🧾 Administrative Assistants – Data entry, document handling, and support roles in offices
🛒 Retail & Customer Service – Sales support in shops, supermarkets, and service counters
🍽️ Hospitality & Food Service – Roles in cafés, restaurants, and hotels (e.g., kitchen help, servers)
📦 Logistics & Warehouse Support – Sorting, inventory, and light packaging tasks
🧹 Facilities & Cleaning Support – Light janitorial roles in commercial buildings or institutions
🧑‍🎓 Education Support Roles – Campus assistants or peer helpers (when available)
All roles:

Are contracted through ISEFA B.V., ensuring lawful employment
Fall within the permitted 16-hour weekly work limit during the academic year
Can be full-time during the summer months (June to August)
Are matched based on language skills, availability, and employer needs
We continuously expand our network of employer partners to offer new roles across the Netherlands—especially in inclusive, diverse, and student-friendly workplaces.

ISEFA B.V. is not a typical job agency. We operate as an Employer of Record (EoR), meaning we become the official legal employer for international students. This allows us to:

Apply for and manage the TWV work permit directly
Legally employ students under Dutch labor law
Provide employers with compliant staffing solutions with no legal risk
Offer students fair, transparent jobs without breaking immigration or labor rules

No. While speaking Dutch can increase your job options, many of our partner employers offer roles that require only English or minimal Dutch. We aim to match students to jobs based on:

Language ability
Skillset and previous experience
Work availability and schedule

Only during the summer break (June to August).

During academic year: 16 hours/week (max)
During summer holidays: Full-time allowed
We strictly follow this rule in your TWV application to protect your legal status.

You are free to stop, but we require:

Written notice (as per your contract)
Respect for agreed-upon offboarding procedures
We will notify the employer and close your TWV formally
We support your academic focus, and there are no penalties if you exit legally.

No, as long as you:

Stay within the allowed 16 hours/week limit
Maintain valid enrollment in a Dutch educational institution
Inform us of any change in your visa or school status
We work in alignment with IND and UWV rules to ensure your status remains secure.