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EU Long-Term Residence Permit

Skilled Migration PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-180 days

Application Fee

254 EUR

Stay Duration

5 years

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Not Required

Official Information

Living in Netherlands

Cost of Living

7% more than United States

Avg Salary€44,400

Quality of Life

214/200

Full Country Guide

Overview

Permanent-equivalent residence for non-EU nationals who have legally resided in an EU country for 5+ years.

The EU Long-Term Residence Permit grants permanent-equivalent status to non-EU nationals who have lived legally in the Netherlands for at least 5 consecutive years. It removes the need for a separate work permit and confers rights comparable to Dutch residents, including EU-wide mobility.

Valid for 5 years and renewable indefinitely, the permit requires passing the civic integration exam, maintaining sufficient income, and not exceeding absence limits (6 consecutive months or 10 total). The fee is EUR 254 and the IND must decide within 6 months. Dependents may join and work without restriction.

This visa is ideal for non-EU nationals who have built a stable life in the Netherlands and want near-permanent status with full work rights and EU mobility.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

5 years

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must have lived in the Netherlands legally with a valid residence permit for at least 5 consecutive years.

Must have not been outside the Netherlands for more than 6 consecutive months at a time, or more than 10 months in total over the 5-year period.

Must possess a valid passport.

Must have sufficient, sustainable, and independent income.

Must have passed the civic integration exam (or be exempt).

Must be registered in the Personal Records Database (BRP) of the municipality.

Must not pose a threat to public order or national security.

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

Min. Income

20,815 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Proof of income (such as employment contract and salary slips)

Civic integration diploma (or proof of exemption)

Passport photos

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Near-permanent status
EU-wide mobility rights
Full work rights

Worth Knowing

5-year residence requirement
Integration tests in some countries

Application Process

Collect documents: Gather all required evidence, including passport, proof of income, and civic integration diploma.

Apply: Submit the application online using DigiD or in writing by post.

Pay for application: Pay the required application fee.

Wait for decision: Await the IND's decision, which must be made within 6 months.

Collect residence permit: Once approved, make an appointment to collect your residence document at an IND desk.

Application Forms

Aanvraag verblijfsvergunning EU langdurig ingezetene of een verblijfsvergunning regulier voor onbepaalde tijd

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Verified Claims (22)

Last verified May 31, 2026

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Fees	EUR 254	ind.nl
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Links	officialInfo: https://ind.nl/en/permanent-residence/long-term-resident-eu, applicationPortal: null	ind.nl

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