Travelling with a residence permit and a return visa Last update: 23 September 2024 You have a residence permit and want to travel abroad. You need a valid residence permit, a travel document and in some cases also a visa. School children can be placed on …

Travelling to and from Russia Last update: 18 September 2024 Travelling between Russia and the Netherlands has become more difficult due to the closure of the airspace. And because of the sanctions against Russia. More information can be obtained from the …

Member States EU/EEA Find out which countries are members of the European Union (EU) or the European Economic Area (EEA) The following countries are members of the European Union (EU) or the European Economic Area (EEA) Belgium Bulgaria Cyprus Denmark …

Requirements that apply to everyone Last update: 6 September 2024 You are applying for a regular residence permit in the Netherlands. There are several requirements that apply to everyone. Find out what these requirements are. Requirements You are …

Foreign Nationals Identity Document (model 2014) Last update: 28 August 2024 A Foreign Nationals Identity Document (VI) is a valid proof of identity. There are 3 types: the type W document, the type W2 document and the type O document. Find out how they …

Pronouncement of undesirability Last update: 14 August 2024 A pronouncement of undesirability says that you are undesirable in the Netherlands. You are not allowed to be in the Netherlands and you have to leave the Netherlands immediately. Find out more …

Public order policy naturalisation and option Last update: 12 August 2024 You are not allowed to be a danger to the public order if you want to become a Dutch citizen by naturalisation or option. Find out when you are a danger to the public order or …

Obligations foreign national and sponsor of family member Last update: 7 August 2024 If you want to live in the Netherlands, you have an obligation to provide information. If your family member wants to live in the Netherlands, then you are their sponsor. …

Report changes in situation Last update: 7 August 2024 You want to report a change in your or a family member’s situation to the IND. Find out how to report a change to the IND. Report changes Which changes do I have to report? Legal obligations Report …

Suspension and withdrawal of recognition as sponsor Last update: 31 July 2024 The IND can suspend or withdraw your recognition as a sponsor. Find out when the IND can suspend or withdraw your recognition and what the consequences are.  Suspension …