EU and non-EU students follow different residence routes. Your Dutch educational institution often coordinates the IND application for non-EU higher-education students.
Your checklist
First steps
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The school is part of the immigration route
For many non-EU higher-education applications, only the recognised educational institution can apply. Do not book around a permit assumption; follow its international office and IND instructions.
Registration still matters
Student status does not remove the need to register an address when you are a resident. City documents and appointment rules can differ.
Common questions
Does a non-EU student apply directly to the IND?
For higher education, the recognised educational institution commonly submits the application. Confirm the exact route with the institution.
Do students need a BSN?
Students who register in the BRP or qualifying RNI route receive a BSN, which is used for many official services.
Can international students work?
Work permissions depend on nationality, permit and employer rules. Check the current IND conditions before starting work.
Official sources
Read this first
- IND: student residence permitOfficial higher-education route and sponsor requirements
- NetherlandsWorldwide: when to registerBRP registration and BSN after arrival
- Government.nl: health insurance after movingOfficial insurance timing starting point
- IND: living in the NetherlandsPost-arrival obligations and healthcare
Rules can vary by nationality, work or study status, and city. Confirm your route with the official authority before you act.