Netherlands

In the Netherlands your university acts as the recognised sponsor and files the application, so your job is delivering clean documents on time.

Document checklist

8 items the mission expects with your application.

1
University admission letter
From a recognised sponsor institution.
2
Signed MVV/VVR consent form
Provided by the university's international office.
3
Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statement or scholarship letter for the living cost amount.
4
Legalised birth certificate
Apostilled and translated where required.
5
Passport copy
Valid at least 6 months beyond arrival.
6
Tuition payment proof
First instalment or full year.
7
Health insurance plan
Arranged before or immediately after arrival.
8
Antecedents certificate
Signed declaration of criminal record status.

1
Accept and return the sponsor forms
The university cannot file without them.
2
Transfer proof of funds
Show the full living cost amount in your account or theirs.
3
University files the MVV
IND processes through the recognised sponsor.
4
Collect the MVV sticker
Book the embassy appointment once approved.
5
Arrival formalities
Register with the municipality and collect your residence permit.

MVV sticker collection at the Dutch embassy