Residence document Model 2020 Last update: 2 June 2025 To stay in the Netherlands for a longer period of time, a valid residence document model 2012 or model 2020 is required. Find out more about residence document model 2020: What information it …

Travelling within the Schengen Area with a residence permit or visa Last update: 23 May 2025 You want to travel within the Schengen Area. Find out which countries belong to the Schengen Area and with which document you are allowed to travel within it. …

When is the application interview? Last update: 13 May 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 application …

Asylum procedures in the Netherlands Last update: 16 April 2025 When you apply for asylum in the Netherlands, you follow an asylum procedure. The IND determines which asylum procedure you will follow based on where you come from and how you came to the …

Frequently asked questions and answers Solicitor Portal Last update: 15 April 2025 This page contains a number of frequently asked questions and answers about the Solicitor Portal of the IND . The questions and answers have been organised by theme. Errors …

Municipality Portal frequently asked questions Last update: 15 April 2025 The frequently asked questions about the Municipality Portal are only available in Dutch. Go to the Dutch page by clicking on the Dutch flag. … Municipality Portal frequently asked …

Requirements that apply to everyone Last update: 14 April 2025 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 applying …

Public Register Recognised Sponsors A recognised sponsor can apply for a residence permit for, for example, employees or students. Find out which organisations are recognised sponsors. Recognised sponsors per residence purpose Public Register Regular …

Lack of documentary evidence Last update: 27 March 2025 To become a Dutch citizen via naturalisation or option you need a passport and a birth certificate. Find out when you do not need a passport and/or birth certificate. How you can get a passport and …

Residence document Model 2012 Last update: 25 March 2025 To stay in the Netherlands for a longer period of time, a valid residence document model 2012 or model 2020 is required. Find out more about residence document model 2012: What information it …