Yes, after 5 years total residence (including temporary), if integrated and meeting other criteria; permanent holders often qualify faster.

Yes, proof of Dutch health insurance is part of general requirements.

Application fee around €171-€200 (adjusted 6.7% from 2024); check IND for exact 2025 rates. Additional for family.

Dutch permanent (Type II) is NL-specific, with stricter main residency rules (max 6 months absence). EU long-term (Type V) offers EU mobility (up to 6 years in other EU countries) and easier entry to other EU states; IND checks for EU first if eligible.

Up to 6 months; 3 months for EU/EFTA applications.

Yes, fully allowed without restrictions.

Civic integration exam at A2 level is required (or exemption); no specific degree, but income and residency proof needed.

Yes, unrestricted; no need for sponsor or work permit changes.

No impact; you retain the permit and can work freely or claim benefits if eligible. However, prolonged absence from NL (e.g., 6+ months) risks revocation.

Yes, spouses/partners and children under 18 can apply for dependent permits if you meet income requirements. They gain work rights and access to services.

Indefinite validity, but the physical document expires after 5 years and must be renewed.

Free to work without TWV, indefinite stay, family reunification rights, easier loans/mortgages, and pathway to citizenship. Holders are not tied to specific jobs or sponsors.

Valid passport, current residence permit/proof of 5-year residency, income proof (e.g., payslips, contracts), civic integration diploma (or exemption), BRP registration, and translations/legalizations for foreign docs. Additional for exceptions (e.g., asylum proof).

Applicants must have independent, sustainable, and sufficient income. For 1 July to 31 December 2025, this is at least the SV salary (social security salary) equivalent to the minimum wage or specific thresholds (e.g., €1,398.60/month without holiday allowance for singles; higher for families). Income from work, benefits, or assets qualifies if stable for 12+ months.

Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals must have 5 consecutive years of valid residence in the Netherlands on a non-temporary permit (e.g., work, family), main residency in NL, timely renewals, sufficient income, and passed civic integration exam at A2 level (or exempted). Only years from age 8 count; children apply from 13. Exceptions to 5 years for certain cases like privileged persons or asylum.

Apply online via IND portal with DigiD or by post using form 6009 (non-EU) or 8004 (EU). Submit within 3 months before current permit expires. IND checks for EU long-term first; decision in 6 months (3 for EU).

The permanent residence permit (verblijfsvergunning onbepaalde tijd) allows indefinite stay in the Netherlands without renewal restrictions, providing free access to work and similar rights to Dutch citizens. It's valid indefinitely, but the document must be renewed every 5 years. It's distinct from the EU long-term residence permit.