I have long waited for this day to come. Now it has come and I am a proud and happy man.
Mansour
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.
I have long waited for this day to come. Now it has come and I am a proud and happy man.
Mansour
Lees het verhaal chevron-rightEventually, it is important that our applicants can trust that we work according to up-to-date legislation. Contributing to this gives me satisfaction
Linda
Lees het verhaal chevron-rightNo right of residence in the Netherlands: if this is the case, the IND registers it under a code called code 98. This subject regularly appears in the media. That is why we would like to explain how code 98 and other residence codes work.
Au pairs often come to the Netherlands for cultural exchange. To do so, they need a residence permit from the IND. In 2022, the government will tighten the au pair scheme to limit any disguised employment and labour exploitation.
Anyone who is not safe in their own country can obtain protection in the Netherlands (asylum). Asylum seekers who have a right to this can build a future in the Netherlands. Sometimes, reunification with family members who have stayed behind is part…
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.