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-rightAnd we make everyone who is entitled to Dutch citizenship feel welcome
Arnold
Lees het verhaal chevron-rightAu 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…
Going on business trips, visiting friends or family, practising sports or travelling for a medical reason: anyone who is required to have a visa and wants to pay a short visit to a Schengen country can do so with a Short-stay Visa. We would like to…
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.