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Intra-EU mobility student — Directive 2016/801

NetherlandsStudy

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What education or training is this pathway designed for?

Non-EU students holding a study residence permit under Directive (EU) 2016/801 from another EU country (other than Ireland and Denmark) who follow a programme with study in several countries, or come under an agreement between 2 or more higher education institutions, to study part of their studies in the Netherlands.

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What type of institution/course must accept or enrol the applicant?

A Dutch university of applied sciences or academic university that is recognised by the IND as a sponsor (listed in the Public Register Recognised Sponsors).

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What are the most important financial or study-related conditions: tuition, funds, insurance, full-time study, attendance or equivalent?

Sufficient funds (income requirement for students); no indication of an intent to live in the Netherlands for a purpose other than studies; the notification is free of charge. The official source does not state tuition, health insurance or attendance requirements.

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Can the student work? Under what major restrictions? What is the family position where clearly stated?

Work allowed for a maximum of 16 hours, or full time in June, July and August, with the employer holding a work permit (TWV); self-employment allowed while continuing to meet the requirements; internships of up to 3 months need a TWV and internships longer than 3 months may not be started. The official source does not state the period to which the 16-hour limit applies or the family position.

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  • The page does not state the period to which the 16-hour limit applies (e.g. per week).
  • The family position is not stated.

How long does the status last, how is it renewed, and what officially documented post-study work or residence possibilities exist?

Study in the Netherlands for a maximum of 360 days; the study residence permit from the other EU country must remain valid throughout; no Dutch residence permit is needed. The official source does not state renewal or post-study work or residence options.

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Limits of the record
  • The page does not state renewal or post-study work/residence possibilities.

These are the answers currently recorded in the catalogue. A missing or partial answer is not an eligibility decision.

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