Residency in the Netherlands

Before you leave for the Netherlands, make sure you understand the legal requirements to enter the country...

The legal requirements for a person to visit or stay in the Netherlands depend on their citizenship (EU or non-EU citizen), reason for entry into the country and intended duration of stay, income and in some cases age.

The Immigration and Naturalisation Service (Immigratie en Naturalisatiedienst - IND) is responsible for all immigration and integration administration. The IND English-language website contains comprehensive information, downloadable forms for foreigners from all countries moving to the Netherlands

• Visit the IND website

All people over the age of 14 in the Netherlands must carry an identity document at all times.

• Dutch Citizenship
• Dutch Civic Integration (Inburgering)
• Dutch Language Qualifications
• Registration
• Residency: EU Nationals
• Permits: Non-EU Nationals
• Notaris
• Consular Services
• National Administration
• Local Administration