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It depends on the sponsor's status: if the sponsor is Dutch or has a permit allowing free work, the partner can usually work freely; if the sponsor is a student, the partner generally cannot work.
A family member's right to work is linked to the sponsor's residence basis. If you sponsor as a Dutch national or hold a permit that allows you to work without restriction, your partner is generally free to work and no separate work permit is needed.
If you are in the Netherlands as a student, your partner usually may not work, and other sponsor categories may carry conditions. Check the exact work endorsement that will appear on the family member's residence document so there is no surprise when they look for a job.
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