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Naturalisation — Becoming a Dutch national
The application for Dutch nationality through naturalisation, made at your town hall and decided by the IND.
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Permanent residence permit (IND)
The application to the IND for a permanent residence permit in the Netherlands after several years of legal residence.
The form is downloaded and submitted on the authority's website.
What this form is for
- Apply for a permanent residence permit, or long-term EU resident status, which the IND checks first.
- Main requirements: at least 5 consecutive years of legal residence, registration in the Personal Records Database (BRP), income requirements and the civic integration exam (level A2), unless exempted.
Documents to have ready
- Your passport and current, valid residence permit
- Proof of income as requested
- Your civic integration diploma or proof of exemption; foreign documents legalised and translated
Where to send it
Online with DigiD (you pay straight away), or by post with the written form downloadable from the IND page. Your current permit must still be valid when you apply.
Our tips
- Always download the latest version from the official site.
- Keep a copy of what you send, with the date you sent it.
The information on this page is general. If in doubt, the official source prevails.