Appointment for residence endorsement sticker Last update: 11 March 2025 A residence endorsement is proof that you are allowed to await your procedure in the Netherlands. The IND places this sticker in your passport. On this page you make an appointment …

Biometrics appointment: photo, signature and fingerprints Last update: 11 March 2025 You have received a letter from the IND.  In the letter it says that we require your photo, signature and fingerprints for your residence document. On this page you make …

Biometrics when applying for permanent residency after Brexit Have you applied for permanent residency based on the Withdrawal Agreement Brexit? Then the IND requires your biometrics. You do not always have to make an appointment at an IND desk for this. …

Send documents Last update: 10 March 2025 You want to send documents to the IND. On this page you will read in which ways you can do that. Upload documents Do you have a DigiD? And is your application, appeal or other procedure still being processed? Then …

Mailing securely with Zivver Last update: 10 March 2025 The IND is using Zivver to send privacy-sensitive and confidential information securely via e-mail. Find out what Zivver is and how to open and send a message. What is Zivver? Zivver is a tool used …

The IND in figures The number of applications for residence permits has already been increasing for a longer time. And this is expected to increase even more in the years to come. Moreover this does not make the work of the IND easier. Increasingly more …

Post Would you like to send an application form or (additional) documents for your application to the IND? You can find the correct postal address.  You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Search postal address I have post meant for - None - An …

Business Portal In the Business Portal, business customers of the IND can submit applications. Find out which services are available in the Business Portal and what you need to log in. Log in Login Business Portal eHerkenning required You need eHerkenning …

DNA test Last update: 27 February 2025 You applied for family reunification for a family member. To prove the family relationship, the IND can start a DNA test.  What is a DNA test? Each person has unique characteristics. Our DNA contains these …

IND late with decision Last update: 26 February 2025 The law requires the IND to decide on your application or objection within a certain period. We call this the decision period. The IND is late with a decision if this decision period has passed. Find …