How do I contact the Netherlands IND?

You can call the IND on Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 17:00. Call us on 088 043 04 30 (standard rates apply). From abroad you can call us on +31 88 043 04 30.

How long does it take to get citizenship in Netherlands?

approximately one year
Naturalisation is a way of gaining Dutch citizenship by means of an application process which takes approximately one year. The naturalisation procedure is the most common way for expats to apply for Dutch citizenship.

How do I get naturalization as a Dutch citizen?

The following conditions apply to naturalisation:

1. You must be 18 years or older.
2. You can prove your identity and nationality with valid documents.
3. You have lived in the Kingdom of the Netherlands for at least 5 consecutive years with a valid residence permit.

What is IND approval Netherlands?

​The Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) implements the foreign nationals policy in the Netherlands. This means that the IND assesses all residence applications of people who wish to live in the Netherlands or who want to become a Dutch citizen.

How long can I stay in the Netherlands with a residence permit?

1 year
Residence permit for study: you may stay outside the Netherlands for a maximum of 1 year as long as your residence permit is valid. This is allowed if you are going to follow temporary education abroad in order to be able to complete your studies in the Netherlands.

What is Dutch V-number?

The V-number is your unique IND registration number. You will only receive this number after your application has been approved by the visa department and is received by the IND.

Is it hard to get Dutch citizenship?

Through a short, easy procedure that takes three months. However, this option is available only to people who belong to a special group defined by law. This is called the option procedure. If you are not eligible for the option procedure, you can apply for naturalisation.

Does having a Dutch passport make you a citizen?

You are a Dutch citizen by law if you meet one of the following conditions. It does not matter whether you were born in the Netherlands or abroad. On the day of your birth your mother was a Dutch citizen. On the day of your birth your father was a Dutch citizen and, on that day, he was married to your non-Dutch mother.

Is it easy to get job in Netherlands?

Hell yes, often it is. Finding a job in the Netherlands as an international can be hard. It’s one of the most densely populated countries in Europe – that along with the housing shortage and you’ve got a ton of people all frantically looking for homes and jobs.

How long does it take to get permanent residency in Netherlands?

5 years
You can apply for permanent residency after 5 years of uninterrupted legal stay in the Netherlands. There are 2 types of permanent residency: long-term residency EC, based on EU law.

How long can US citizen stay in Netherlands?

90 days
The Netherlands is a party to the Schengen Agreement. This means that U.S. citizens may enter the Netherlands for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa. Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay.

How does the Dutch immigration and Naturalisation Service work?

The Immigration and Naturalisation Service ( Immigratie- en Naturalisatiedienst, IND) implements policies applicable to foreign nationals in the Netherlands. This means that the IND assesses all residence permit applications submitted by people looking to move to the Netherlands or obtain Dutch citizenship.

How to contact the Dutch Immigration Service ( IND )?

To contact the IND for answers to general questions visit their main website or via one of their regional offices. If you need legal assistance related to immigration procedures in Netherlands, please consult our business listing section containing contacts of legal services and immigration consulting companies and specialists who can help you.

What to do when you become a Dutch citizen?

When you apply for naturalisation or option, you only apply for the Dutch nationality. Only once you have become a Dutch citizen, you can then request for a Dutch passport or identity document from the municipality or Dutch representation.

Can a parent apply for Dutch nationality with their child?

However, you and your child can apply for Dutch nationality together. You will include the naturalisation for your child with your own application. This is formally known as mee-naturalisatie – when a child is included in a parent’s application for naturalisation.