Upcoming students in the Netherlands

Which permits are required for upcoming students in the Netherlands?

Check the information below to see if you require a MVV – entry visa – and/or VVR – study residence permit – to study in the Netherlands.

Students from EU/EEA country or Switzerland

No MVV and/or VVR needed

Students from Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, New-Zealand, South Korea, UK or the USA

You need a VVR only

Students with a valid - at least until Dutch residence permit is obtained - residence permit from another Schengen country

You need a VVR only

Students from all other countries

You need a MVV and VVR

Students who already hold a valid Dutch residence permit

You can find more information here!