Sander Groen

Sander Groen is a partner at Kroes Advocaten Immigration Lawyers, specializing in highly skilled migration and European immigration issues.1 He is recognized as one of the leading corporate immigration lawyers in the Netherlands, with expertise in the following areas:

Specializations

• Highly skilled migration
• European immigration law
• Litigation for employers facing fines for illegal employment
• Compliance with Dutch immigration rules and regulations

Achievements and Recognition

• Recommended annually in the International Who's Who Legal of Corporate Immigration Lawyers1
• Voted as the best lawyer in the Netherlands for client satisfaction in 20231
• Assisted with the first high net worth individual visa ('golden visa') issued in the Netherlands (2015)1
• Obtained the first EU Blue Card granted in the Netherlands (2011)1
• Won the first case ruling that a violation of the Act on Employment of Foreigners cannot be published (2017)1

Expertise

Sander Groen has extensive experience in:

• Handling visa, work, and residence permit applications for employees and their families1
• Advising companies on compliance with Dutch immigration regulations1
• Representing employers in proceedings against fines for illegal employment1
• Identifying opportunities for clients under European law regarding free movement of persons and services1

Additional Activities

• Lectures on corporate immigration law at various universities1
• Co-editor of the Commentary on the Immigration Directive 20001
• Provides pro bono legal services through Kroes Advocaten's partnership with the Pro Bono Club2

Sander Groen is highly regarded by clients and colleagues for his professionalism, knowledge, and result-oriented approach in handling complex immigration matters.13