What income does the sponsor need for Dutch family reunification?

To bring a partner to the Netherlands, the sponsor normally must show income that is independent (earned by the sponsor), sustainable (expected to continue) and at least equal to the applicable minimum.

The IND publishes the required amounts and offers an income test so you can check eligibility before applying. If the sponsor's income is irregular or recently started, gather strong evidence such as contracts and payslips, since this is one of the most common reasons family applications run into difficulty.