Residence permit for non-EU students admitted to a recognised education institution in the Netherlands. The institution acts as recognised sponsor and files the application; students may do limited part-time or seasonal work and qualify for the orientation year on graduation.
International students accepted onto a full-time accredited programme at a recognised institution.
Our licensed advisors assess your eligibility, build a strategy to strengthen your application, and manage the process end to end, so you submit a complete, competitive application with confidence.
Yes, but only up to 16 hours a week during the year, or full-time in June, July and August, and your employer needs a work permit (TWV).
You can apply for an orientation year (zoekjaar) permit to look for work or start a business, or switch directly to a work-based permit such as highly skilled migrant.
Yes, you can switch to another recognised institution, but both the old and new school must notify the IND of the change.
You must earn at least 50% of the credits for each academic year. Falling short without a valid reason can put your permit at risk.
You cannot apply yourself. Only an IND-recognised educational institution can submit the residence permit application on your behalf.
It is granted for the duration of your study plus three extra months, up to a maximum of five years.
The Student Residence Permit is for non-EU students admitted to a recognised institution in the Netherlands. The institution acts as recognised sponsor and files the application; students may do limited work and qualify for the orientation year on graduation.