Requirements that apply to everyone

Last update: 21 November 2023

You are applying for a regular residence permit in the Netherlands. There are several requirements that apply to everyone. Find out which requirements these are.

Requirements

You are applying for a regular residence permit in the Netherlands. You must meet these requirements:

  • You have a valid passport or other travel document.
  • You do not pose a danger to public order or national security. Everyone over the age of 12 must completely fill in an Appendix Antecedents Certificate and enclose it with the application. In this certificate you indicate whether you have ever committed an offence or crime:  
  • After you arrive in the Netherlands, you must take a TB (tuberculosis) test. You do not need to take a TB test in these situations:

Different requirements asylum residence permit

Different requirements apply to the asylum residence permit.