Kingdom of the Netherlands · study
Dutch Student residence permit
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Source check: all 6 official citations reconfirmed 11 July 2026
Study residence for international students enrolled at Dutch higher-education institutions.
- Processing time
- 2–4 weeks.
- Government fees
- Around €220.
- Typical duration
- Programme length.
- Sponsorship required
- Yes
- Leads to permanent residency
- No
In short
As of 8 July 2026, the Dutch Student residence permit for Kingdom of the Netherlands has typical processing of 2 weeks – 2 months. Sources: official Kingdom of the Netherlands government pages, reviewed 8 July 2026.
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What is the Dutch Student residence permit in Kingdom of the Netherlands?
Dutch Student residence permit is a sponsor-led Netherlands route. Indicative government fees are Around €220; indicative processing time is 2–4 weeks; typical duration is Programme length. This route does not lead to permanent residence.
Verified against Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) on 22 June 2026.
Overview
Non-EEA students studying at accredited Dutch institutions apply for a student residence permit, which doubles as MVV for many nationalities. The institution acts as recognised sponsor. Students can work part-time and transition to the Orientation Year after graduation.
Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓Offer from recognised Dutch institution.Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) ↗
- ✓Sufficient funds.Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) ↗
- ✓Health insurance.Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) ↗
Common blockers
- !Unrecognised institution.Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Acceptance letter.Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) ↗
- ·Funds evidence.Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) ↗
Application pathway
Enrol
Accept offer at recognised institution.
Institution files residence application
As recognised sponsor.
Travel and register
Collect MVV; register BRP.
Transition to Orientation Year
Apply for Zoekjaar within 3 years of graduation.
Official application links
Where to actually go next
These are the official pages to use for this route. Open them before preparing documents: the forms, fees, appointment systems, and sponsor steps can change without warning.
- Official guidanceSchoolSchool submits study permit ↗
Recognised educational institutions use this IND page to prepare and submit the student residence application.
Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) · verified
Fees and processing time
Indicative government fees: Around €220.. A decision then typically takes 2 weeks – 2 months. Both change over time, so the dedicated pages below carry the itemised breakdown and the current official figures.
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Frequently asked questions
Can international students work in the Netherlands?+
Yes — up to 16 hours per week during term or full-time during summer, with a work permit typically arranged by the employer.
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Primary source: Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND)
Last checked: 22 June 2026