Student residence permit for university or higher professional education
A Dutch residence permit for full-time study at a university or hbo institution that is an IND-recognised sponsor. The institution applies for the permit (and MVV) on the student's behalf. The student must show enough money for living costs and make sufficient study progress each year.
Life in Netherlands
Money
3
Currency
Euro
EUR
Euro
Cost of living
87
Price level · US = 100
World Bank price levels, 2025
Tax
35.75–49.5%
Income tax (national)
VAT 21%
Box 1 rates include national insurance premiums: 35.75% to EUR 38,883 (8.10% tax + 27.65% premiums), 37.56% to EUR 78,426, 49.50% above; lower first-bracket rate after state pension age.
Living
1
Happiness
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Who it’s for
Non-EU students admitted to a full-time accredited programme at a Dutch university or university of applied sciences (hbo).
Eligibility
Admission and registration
You need proof of registration, or temporary proof of registration, at a university or hbo institution.
Recognised sponsor institution
The institution must be recognised as a sponsor by the IND, and only it can apply for you.
Accredited full-time programme
The programme must be accredited (NVAO or EQAR) and you must study full-time.
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Next requirementMeans of subsistence
- Document checklistApplication form 7504 (study, recognised sponsor)
- FeesStudy permit, first application
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- 8 steps
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