Residence permit self-employed person Last update: 8 October 2025 You want to start a business in the Netherlands. Or you want to work as a self-employed artist in the Netherlands. Find out what the requirements are and how to apply for the residence …

Frontier worker based on Withdrawal Agreement Last update: 7 October 2025 You want to apply for a frontier worker’s document and you fall under the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement. As a British frontier worker, you need this document to keep working in the …

Becoming a Dutch national through naturalisation Last update: 7 October 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 …

Residence permit Working Holiday Last update: 7 October 2025 Working Holiday (WHP or WHS) is a cultural exchange programme for young people aged 18 to 30 from certain countries. The main purpose is to get to know Dutch society and culture. Read what the …

Highly skilled migrant Last update: 2 October 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 partner Last update: 2 October 2025 You would like your foreign partner to live with you in the Netherlands. Your partner needs a residence permit. Find out what the requirements are and how to apply for the residence permit. Watch …

Other residence permits Last update: 1 October 2025 You want to apply for a residence permit for humanitarian reasons. Or another special reason. Find out which residence permits there are, where you can find more information and which application form …

Residence permit for minor child to stay with parent Last update: 26 September 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 …

Regular temporary residence permit extension Last update: 26 September 2025 You want to extend your regular temporary residence permit (Type I) because it expires within 3 months. Find out what the requirements are and how to apply for extension. Do you …

Renew permanent residence permit Last update: 23 September 2025 You want to renew the residence document of your residence permit for permanent residency. Find out what the requirements are and how to renew the residence document. Requirements Your …