On June 5th, the IND (Immigration and Naturalisation Service) announced its intention torevoke the sponsor status of Nina.Care, due to more than 40 identified (some serious) violations, including breaches of the duty of care.
As a result, the decision period for visa applications submitted via Nina.Care was initially extended to 90 days. The IND has now fully revoked Nina.Care’s authorization to submit visa applications.
What does this mean for families who started an application via Nina.Care?
If you have recently submitted a complete new au pair application through Nina.Care, we can submit the visa application on your behalf for the au pair you have already selected.
We will carry out a thorough check of the entire file and, at a slightly reduced fee, assist youthroughout the process. We ensure the file is correctly assessed, submitted promptly, and thatyour au pair can still enter the Netherlands.
The standard processing time through HBN remains approximately two weeks — there are no changes to this timeline.
What does this mean for families and au pairs already in the Netherlands?
If the revocation becomes final, all host families and au pairs must appoint a new recognized sponsor in order to continue the au pair program or maintain legal residence in the Netherlands.
We understand this situation is unexpected and stressful. HBN is here to support you.
HBN Offers File Transfers
Do you currently have an au pair via Nina.Care?
HBN can offer fast, careful, and fully compliant file transfers.
We will thoroughly review both the host family and au pair files and, if everything is in order, we will take over sponsorship and guide you through the remainder of the au pair year.
HBN has many years of experience, works closely with the IND, and collaborates with trustedpartner agents in the relevant countries.
Want to have your file reviewed? Here’s how:
🔍 Want to know if your file is eligible for transfer?
Please fill in this short form for an initial check — we’ll get back to you within 3 working days.
📞 Prefer direct contact? Feel free to reach out to us by phone or email.
We’re here to help and will do our utmost to guide you quickly, carefully, and in full compliance with Dutch immigration rules.
Team HBN
