Immigration and Visas Guide for Expats

Activating Digid

Steps to activate your DigiD for secure online government services.

Applying For Digid

Guide on how to apply for a DigiD, your digital ID for Dutch services.

BPR Registration

Information on initial registration in the BRP (Basic Registration of Persons).

Brexit UK Nationals

Specific guidance for UK nationals residing in or moving to the Netherlands post-Brexit.

BRP Deregistration

The process of deregistering from the BRP when leaving the Netherlands.

BRP Registration Documents

Required documents for BRP registration for new residents in the Netherlands.

BSN Citizen Service Number

Understanding the BSN (Citizen Service Number) and its importance.

Change Residence Permit Purpose

How to change the purpose of your residence permit in the Netherlands.

Digid Online ID

An essential guide to DigiD, the personal digital identification for Dutch government.

Dutch Citizenship Naturalization

The process and requirements for obtaining Dutch citizenship through naturalization.

Dutch Residence Permits

An overview of different types of Dutch residence permits for expats.

Dutch Visa Requirements

General visa requirements for various nationalities entering the Netherlands.

EU Blue Card Netherlands

Information on the EU Blue Card for highly skilled workers in the Netherlands.

Extend Residence Permit

Steps and conditions for extending your residence permit in the Netherlands.

Family Reunification Visa

Applying for a family reunification visa to bring family members to the Netherlands.

First Residence Permit Application

Guidance on applying for your first residence permit as a new expat.

Highly Skilled Migrant Visa Process

The application process for the highly skilled migrant visa.

How To Obtain BSN

Practical steps on how to obtain your BSN upon arrival in the Netherlands.

How To Register BRP

Detailed instructions on how to register with the BRP (Basisregistratie Personen).

Immigration Visas Guide

A comprehensive guide to immigration and visa processes for expats in the Netherlands.

Importance Of BSN

Why the BSN is crucial for living and working in the Netherlands.

IND Appointment Booking

How to book appointments with the IND (Immigration and Naturalisation Service).

IND Decision Timelines

Understanding the typical processing times for IND decisions on applications.

IND Documents Checklist

A checklist of documents often required for IND applications.

IND Online Application

Guide to submitting applications online through the IND portal.

IND Procedures Guide

A general guide to the procedures and services of the IND.

Immigration and Visas Overview

This page provides an overview of all articles related to immigration and visas for expats.

MVV Provisional Permit

Information on the MVV (Provisional Residence Permit) for long-stay visas.

Naturalization Requirements

Detailed requirements for becoming a Dutch citizen through naturalization.

Optie Procedure Citizenship

Understanding the 'optie' procedure as an alternative route to Dutch citizenship.

Permanent Residence Netherlands

Applying for permanent residence in the Netherlands and its benefits.

Post Brexit UK Residence

Residence options and requirements for UK nationals after Brexit.

Refugee Asylum Procedures

An overview of refugee and asylum procedures in the Netherlands.

Schengen Area Rules

Understanding the rules and regulations of the Schengen Area for travelers.

Student Visa Application

Process for applying for a student visa to study in the Netherlands.

UK Nationals Rights Netherlands

The rights and entitlements of UK nationals living in the Netherlands.

Using Digid Online Services

How to effectively use your DigiD for various online government services.