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Netherlands:
Family Reunification Visa (MVV)

Complete visa assistance and MEA Apostille for family members of Dutch residents. All certificates must be apostilled. Documents in Dutch, English, French, or German do not require translation.

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Duration

Aligned with the sponsor's residency permit validity.

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Permit Scope

Enables family members to live, study, and work legally in the Netherlands.

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MEA Legalisation

Apostille & document translation

"Bring your family members to live with you in the Netherlands."

task_altCore Eligibility Criteria

  • check_circleIND (Immigration and Naturalisation Service) approval notification.
  • check_circleSponsor residency permit and passport photocopy.
  • check_circleSponsor income proof (at least 100% of statutory minimum wage gross, approx. €2,070/month).
  • check_circleCivic Integration Exam (MVV exam) certificate passed by the spouse abroad.
  • check_circleOriginal Marriage Certificate - Apostille valid within 3 months.
  • check_circleOriginal Birth Certificate (for children) - Apostille valid within 3 months.
  • check_circlePassport Office PCC - valid for 6 months (Apostille valid within 3 months).
  • check_circleApplicant's full passport photocopy.
  • check_circlePassport size photos with 80% face coverage and white background.

fact_checkComprehensive Document Checklist

Check all mandatory papers required for submission at the Netherlands Embassy / Consulate.

1. General Identity & Application Papers

  • checkIND approval letter copy.
  • checkApplicant's full passport photocopy.
  • checkPassport-size photographs (80% face coverage, white background).
  • checkSponsor residency permit photocopy.
  • checkSponsor passport photocopy.

2. Critical Certificates & Translation Requirements

Original Marriage Certificate
Apostille Req.Translation

Original certificate with Hague Apostille. Certified translation to Dutch, English, French, or German is required if the original is in another language.

Original Birth Certificate
Apostille Req.Translation

For children under 18, with Hague Apostille. Certified translation to Dutch, English, French, or German is required if the original is in another language.

Passport Office PCC (Police Clearance)
Apostille Req.Translation

PCC valid for 6 months, and Hague Apostille. Certified translation to Dutch, English, French, or German is required if the original is in another language.

Civic Integration Exam Certificate

Language level A2 proof from certified IND testing centers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common inquiries regarding Netherlands Family Visa application requirements.

Do I need translations to Dutch?

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No, not necessarily. The IND and Dutch consulates fully accept documents in Dutch, English, French, or German. If your original certificates are in any other language, they must be translated by a certified/certified translator.

Do Dutch consulates require Apostille on all certificates?

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Yes. All certificates must be legalized with a Hague Apostille in your country of origin before they can be translated and submitted for your visa.

What is the Civic Integration Exam for the Netherlands?

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Spouses relocating under family reunification must pass a basic integration exam (civic integration examination abroad) covering Dutch language (A1/A2 level) and society knowledge before the MVV visa can be issued.