Sticker without expiration date
Have you received a sticker without an expiration date? Then an extension of your sticker is not necessary. Your sticker is proof that you are allowed to live and work in the Netherlands until the end of the Temporary Protection Directive.
Extension of sticker or card for Ukrainians
Do you have a sticker or card that is valid until 4 March 2023 or 4 March 2024? Then you have received an extension letter with which your sticker or card remains valid until the end of the Temporary Protection Directive. You will receive 1 letter from the IND about this. For example, did you receive the extension letter in January 2023? Then that letter still applies. Do you have a card that is valid until 4 March 2025? Then you will receive an extension letter before your card expires.
Your proof of residency
With the following documents you show you are currently allowed to live and work in the Netherlands:
- The letter from the IND together with your sticker or card.
- Or a card that is valid until 4 March 2025.
Extension letter Ukrainians
Read the extension letter for Ukrainians. This is possible in Ukrainian (українською), Russian (Русский) or English. The translations of the letter are not valid as proof of residency. Only the letter with your personal details is valid as proof of residency. Which letter you received depends on the proof of residency you have.
Signature on extension letter
As of 12 September 2024, the IND will sign extension letters on behalf of the Minister for Asylum and Migration. Have you received an extension letter before 12 September 2024? Then that letter was signed on behalf of the State Secretary for Justice and Security.
Extension of card for non-Ukrainians
Did you stay in Ukraine on a permanent residence permit or under international protection, for example as a recognised refugee? Or do you have the right to temporary protection because your family member is covered by the directive? Then you will receive a new card before 4 March 2025. Your new card will be valid until 4 March 2026. Please make an appointment to collect your card after you have received a letter from the IND.
Your proof of residency
With the following document you show you are currently allowed to live and work in the Netherlands:
- A card that is valid until 4 March 2025. This is a Foreign Nationals Identity Document Type O (O-document).