Duration
Duration
You might require a residence permit if you plan to stay in the Netherlands for longer than 90 days. In many cases, obtaining a long-stay visa is also necessary before departing for the Netherlands. This visa is also known as a Dutch provisional residence permit or authorization for temporary stay (MVV).
MVV or a Long-stay Visa for the Netherlands (type D) permits its holder to enter the Netherlands while their application for a Dutch residence permit is being processed.
You might need to submit an MVV application and a Dutch residence permit simultaneously, depending on your country. In other circumstances, a Dutch residence permit is all that is required, and you can apply for one within 90 days of your entry into the Netherlands.
Since it allows the holder to remain in the Netherlands for up to 90 days while their residence permit is being processed, an MVV visa is comparable to a Schengen visa. Unlike an MVV visa, a Netherlands Schengen visa does not allow you to apply for a Dutch residence permit.
Eligibility for this visa will be if you want to;
The choice of documents depends on various factors like where you are from and your purpose for a visit. The documents you may need when applying for the visa are as follows.
There are two different ways to apply for an MVV and a residence permit in the Netherlands:
When to Apply
You should apply for an MVV at least 3 months before your intended stay in the Netherlands.
Visa Processing Time
The visa is usually processed within a month. It may take longer depending on your documents and the country you are applying from.
How to Apply
In most cases, your host will be required to apply to the Immigration and Naturalization Service (IND) if you have accommodation in the Netherlands.
Duration
The visa is valid for more than 3 months. You may use this visa for up to a year.
Fees
It costs 57 EUR for children while adults need to pay about 174 EUR.
You may apply for an extension as the first one expires. But be careful and apply at least a month before the expiry date.
Work
Work in the Netherlands on this visa.
Study
Take up courses for a limited time.
Multi-entry
Move-in or outside the country as you please.
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