Highly skilled migrant Last update: 2 April 2025 To work in the Netherlands as a highly skilled migrant, you need a residence permit. Only an employer recognised by the IND can apply for your permit. Read what the requirements are and how your employer …

Residence permit for child under 18 Last update: 26 March 2025 To live with you in the Netherlands, your child who is a minor needs a residence permit. Find out what the requirements are and how to apply for a residence permit for your child under 18. …

Becoming a Dutch national through option Last update: 21 March 2025 You have a strong bond with the Netherlands. You therefore want to apply for Dutch nationality more quickly through option. Read what the requirements are and how you apply for option. …

Becoming a Dutch national through naturalisation Last update: 13 March 2025 You want to apply for Dutch nationality through naturalisation. Watch the video, read the requirements and how to apply for naturalisation. Video: How can I become Dutch through …

Extending your temporary asylum residence permit Last update: 21 February 2025 You want to extend your temporary asylum residence permit because it has almost expired. Find out what the requirements are and how to apply for an extension. Have you had a …

Residence permit for seasonal work Last update: 18 February 2025 With a residence permit for seasonal work, you can work in the Netherlands in the agricultural sector for up to 24 weeks. Find out what the requirements are and how you can apply for the …

Dutch citizen by birth, acknowledgment or adoption Last update: 18 February 2025 A child can automatically become a Dutch citizen by birth, acknowledgement or adoption. This is also called getting Dutch citizenship by descent. It happens ‘by (operation …

Residence permit for orientation year Last update: 13 February 2025 If you want to look for work in the Netherlands after your graduation, doctorate or research, then you need a residence permit. Find out what the requirements are and how to apply for the …

Losing Dutch nationality Last update: 6 February 2025 You can lose your Dutch nationality (Dutch citizenship). This can happen to adults or minors in certain situations.  And when the government can revoke your nationality. Losing Dutch nationality as an …

Student residence permit secondary or vocational education Last update: 31 January 2025 You want a student residence permit to study at a secondary school or vocational education (MBO) in the Netherlands. Only an educational institution that is recognised …