Extension sticker or card temporary protection Ukraine Last update: 29 July 2025 The temporary protection for refugees from Ukraine has been extended until 4 March 2027. Read what this means for the extension of your sticker or card. Sticker without …

Frequently asked questions and answers Business Portal Last update: 28 July 2025 This page contains frequently asked questions about our business portal and their answers. Errors eHerkenning and authorisation Online applications in the Business Portal …

Temporary Protection Directive Ukraine Last update: 22 July 2025 Refugees from Ukraine can receive temporary protection in the Netherlands under the EU Temporary Protection Directive. Find out whether you are covered by this directive. And what you need …

Asylum and family reunification: latest developments Last update: 15 July 2025 Many people apply for asylum and family reunification in the Netherlands. As a result, the waiting times in these procedures are increasing. Read what this means for your …

When is the application interview? Last update: 14 July 2025 You have applied for asylum and are waiting for the first interview with the IND. Read when you can expect the application interview. Invitation application interview Waiting time for …

Provisional residence permit (MVV) Last update: 8 July 2025 Do you want to travel to the Netherlands and stay here for more than 90 days? Then you may need a regular provisional residence permit (in Dutch: machtiging tot voorlopig verblijf or MVV). Find …

Apply for MVV and residence permit from abroad Last update: 8 July 2025 You want to apply for a residence permit and need a provisional residence permit (in Dutch: machtiging tot voorlopig verblijf or MVV ). You must apply for the MVV and residence permit …

Mvv exemptions Last update: 8 July 2025 Sometimes you do not need a provisional residence permit (in Dutch: machtiging tot voorlopig verblijf or MVV). Find out when you do not need an MVV. Your nationality is decisive Your nationality determines whether …

Participating countries EU Blue Card Last update: 8 July 2025 Find out which countries have implemented de EU Blue Card. Participating countries EU Blue Card The following EU countries have implemented the European Blue Card (Directive 2021/1883/EU) : …

Leaving the Netherlands Last update: 8 July 2025 You are an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen or have a valid residence permit in the Netherlands. You want to leave the Netherlands. Find out what you need to arrange. And what happens if you are obliged to leave …