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Determine whether you only need a VVR permit, or you need an MVV visa plus VVR permit. Also, find information on deadlines, conditions and costs.
Applying for a Dutch residence permit
Watch the video on how to apply for a Dutch residence permit (2:47 mins).

When do you need a residence permit?

As a non-EU student, you will need a Dutch residence permit to be allowed to start your studies at the UvA. In addition, depending on your nationality, you may also need an entry visa (MVV) to enter the Netherlands. The UvA Immigration team will submit your application to the IND (Immigration and Naturalisation Service of the Netherlands) on your behalf once we have reviewed it. The IND will then decide on your application. When an MVV is required, we will simultaneously apply for your residence permit and your MVV.

We will be sending the invitations to apply for residence permits in the first half of May 2025 to MVV students (which are always required to have an entry visa) and in the second half of May 2025 to VVR only students.

Please follow the instructions under the “Already have a Dutch permit?” tile on the main page of our website if you already have a valid Dutch residence permit.

Nationalities Procedure

Deadlines September 2025

Costs

European Union / European Economic Area or Switzerland

No immigration procedure (but please submit emergency contact info) None None

Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, New Zealand, South Korea,
UK, USA, Vatican City, or a valid Schengen residence permit

Residence permit (VVR) 1 July 2025 €228*

Other nationalities

Residence permit & entry visa (MVV) 1 June 2025 €228*

* Please note that the application fee is non-refundable.

Are you a student from Argentina, Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Taiwan, Uruguay, or South Korea? You may be eligible for a WHS permit. Check the IND website for more information.