Residence with your minor Dutch child (Chavez) Last update: 18 September 2025 In order to live with a Dutch child under 18, as a caring parent, (half)brother or (half)sister,  you need a residence document. Read what the conditions are and how you can …

Residence permit for minor child to stay with parent Last update: 18 September 2025 To live with you in the Netherlands, your child who is a minor needs a residence permit. Find out what the requirements are and how to apply for a residence permit for …

Other residence permits Last update: 18 September 2025 You want to apply for a residence permit for humanitarian reasons. Or another special reason. Find out which residence permits there are, where you can find more information and which application form …

Residence permit humanitarian non-temporary Last update: 16 September 2025 You want to apply for a residence permit humanitarian non-temporary. Find out what the requirements are and how to apply for the residence permit on non-temporary grounds. Previous …

Residence permit for orientation year Last update: 16 September 2025 If you want to look for work in the Netherlands after your graduation, doctorate or research, then you need a residence permit. Find out what the requirements are and how to apply for …

Temporary residency based on Withdrawal Agreement Last update: 9 September 2025 You want to apply for a temporary residence document because you fall under the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement. Find out what the requirements are and how you can apply for the …

Becoming a Dutch national through naturalisation Last update: 5 September 2025 You want to apply for Dutch nationality through naturalisation. Watch the video, read the requirements and how to apply for naturalisation. Video: How can I become Dutch …

Becoming a Dutch national through option Last update: 1 September 2025 You have a strong bond with the Netherlands. You therefore want to apply for Dutch nationality more quickly through option. Read what the requirements are and how you apply for option. …

Residence permit self-employed person Last update: 26 August 2025 You want to start a business in the Netherlands. Or you want to work as a self-employed artist in the Netherlands. Find out what the requirements are and how to apply for the residence …

Residence permit for partner Last update: 25 August 2025 You would like your foreign partner to live with you in the Netherlands. Your partner needs a residence permit. Find out what the requirements are and how to apply for the residence permit. Watch …