Residence permit for partner
This pathway allows Dutch citizens or legal residents to bring their foreign partner to the Netherlands. The sponsor must meet income requirements, and the applicant may need to pass a civic integration exam abroad before arriving.
Varies, check IND fees page
Up to 90 days
Job offer
No
Language test
Depends
Family possible
Yes
Path to permanent residence
Yes
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📊Requirements — Visual Overview
Job offer
Language test
Family possible
Path to permanent residence
Language (1)
Funds (1)
Source-backed requirements
Phase 1 — Eligibility
(1)Civic Integration Exam
DocumentConditionalDepending on nationality, the applicant may need to pass the basic civic integration exam abroad before applying.
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Phase 2 — Qualification
(1)Sponsor Income
MandatoryThe sponsor in the Netherlands must have sufficient, independent, and sustainable income.
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Fee summary
Varies, check IND fees page
Processing time
Up to 90 days
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