I’m very happy here. We are married and expecting a baby.
Jazmarae
Lees het verhaal chevron-rightPeople who have been staying in the Netherlands for a long time and feel connected to our country can apply for Dutch nationality under certain conditions. They can then officially become Dutch citizens, with a Dutch passport and can vote in elections.
‘My working day can be turned upside down within five minutes.’
Lianne
Lees het verhaal chevron-rightIndividual cases, such as an asylum seeker who has committed an offence, or children born in the Netherlands who must return to their country of origin after many years. Cases such as these often draw the attention of society, the media and politics…
The IND decides on applications submitted by people who are coming to the Netherlands because they want protection. Or because they want to study or work here, or because they want to be with their family. We want to inform applicants…
The IND decides on applications submitted by people who are coming to the Netherlands because they want protection. Or because they want to study or work here, or because they want to be with their family. We want to inform applicants correctly and…
Coming to the Netherlands for a great job or interesting studies. Find out more about the application process.
Becoming a family with someone who is already living here. Find out more about the special ‘love’ permit.
Those who have had to flee from persecution or violence can apply for asylum in the Netherlands.