Non-Temporary Humanitarian Residence Permit

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Non-Temporary Humanitarian Residence Permit

Residency Pathway

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-180 days

Application Fee

254 EUR

Stay Duration

5 years

Renewable

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

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

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Overview

The Netherlands Humanitarian Non-Temporary Residence Permit grants stable, independent legal status to people residing lawfully under a temporary humanitarian or family-related permit. It covers victims of human trafficking, domestic violence, honour-based violence, and those with medical or child-protection needs.

The permit is valid for 5 years and renewable, with full unrestricted access to the Dutch labour market from day one. Holders can convert to a permanent residence permit once they qualify. A civic integration diploma is normally required to apply.

This visa is ideal for individuals already in the Netherlands on a temporary humanitarian basis who need independent, stable residence status decoupled from their original sponsor.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

5 years

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Type II — Permanent Regular Residence Permit (Type II)

Netherlands

Type II — Permanent Regular Residence Permit (Type II)

ValidityIndefinite

Processing1-180 days

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Previous possession of a valid residence permit for a specific purpose (e.g., family member, human trafficking victim, or medical treatment)

Proof of identity and nationality

Evidence of meeting the specific criteria for the humanitarian category (e.g., police reports, medical documentation, or child protection orders)

No threat to public order or national security

Civic integration diploma (inburgeringsdiploma) — exceptions may apply

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Unrestricted access to the Dutch labor market (no work permit required)
Decouples residence status from the original sponsor or family member
Not subject to the same income requirements as many other residence permits

Worth Knowing

Requires a prior period of lawful residence in the Netherlands under a different permit category
Strict documentation required to prove exceptional personal circumstances
Does not automatically grant permanent residency, though it is a pathway toward it

Application Process

Verify eligibility based on previous residence permit status

Complete the appropriate IND application form for non-temporary humanitarian grounds

Gather and attach required supporting documentation

Submit the application to the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) and pay the application fee

Application Forms

7527

Application for the purpose of 'non-temporary humanitarian'

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Verified Claims (16)

Last verified May 31, 2026

Application Steps	Verify eligibility based on previous residence permit status; Complete the appropriate IND applicati…	ind.nl
Fee Breakdown	Application fee: 254 EUR	ind.nl
Fees	EUR 254	ind.nl
Forms	7527	ind.nl
Included Nationalities	—	ind.nl
Links	officialInfo: https://ind.nl/en/residence-permits/humanitarian-non-temporary, applicationPortal: nul…	ind.nl
Official Info	https://ind.nl/en/replace-extend-renew-and-change/change/residence-permit-humanitarian-non-temporary	ind.nl
Max Stay	5 years (renewable)	ind.nl

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