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I think the Dutch Immigration and Naturalization website makes it clear, "Immediately prior to the naturalisation application, you have a valid residence permit. This is a permanent residence permit or a temporary residence permit with a non-temporary purpose of stay. The residence permit is still valid at the time of the naturalisation ceremony."iwolga wrote: ↑Mon Jan 06, 2020 3:36 pm
What I don't understand is one of the items in the documents checklist: A valid residence permit or other proof of lawful residence. Am I right in thinking that I don't need to have this one if I apply through exclusion (by being married to Dutch citizen)? Or at the moment of application I need to live in the NL?
Hi, thanks for your reply and pointing this out to me. I don't quite see how I qualify for this temporary residence permit with a non-temporary purpose of stay. The only option that is valid for me that I see on IND is:ibwe wrote: ↑Tue Jan 07, 2020 12:41 pmI think the Dutch Immigration and Naturalization website makes it clear, "Immediately prior to the naturalisation application, you have a valid residence permit. This is a permanent residence permit or a temporary residence permit with a non-temporary purpose of stay. The residence permit is still valid at the time of the naturalisation ceremony."iwolga wrote: ↑Mon Jan 06, 2020 3:36 pm
What I don't understand is one of the items in the documents checklist: A valid residence permit or other proof of lawful residence. Am I right in thinking that I don't need to have this one if I apply through exclusion (by being married to Dutch citizen)? Or at the moment of application I need to live in the NL?
Since you live abroad, the next time you are in Netherlands, apply for a temporary permit with a non-temporary purpose. You qualify because you are married to a Dutch national. Once that is done - you are good to proceed.
I believe you are right. After further digging, I found out that you may lodge your application for citizenship in Dutch Consulate where you are residing (UK). Just remember that you will have to pass the Civic Integration Exam. I also suggest that you can call the consulate and ask them in details. Based on experience from the people that I know - the consulate is always willing to help.the hurricane wrote: ↑Wed Jan 08, 2020 1:38 amHi Iwolga,
As a solicitor specialized in the Dutch law, I'd say that your question is legit. First, if you are married to a Dutch national you can apply for the naturalization outside the Netherlands provided you meet naturalisatie requirements ( see below a few example), in other words you do not need to live in the Netherlands at the time when you lodge your application.
1. You are >= 18
2. Be married or registered partnership with a Dutch national for least 3 years
3. No criminal records etc
4. Birth Certificate + marriage certificate / registered partnership certificate
Thank you, Hurricane, for your answer! I'm going to be planning accordingly!the hurricane wrote: ↑Wed Jan 08, 2020 1:38 amHi Iwolga,
As a solicitor specialized in the Dutch law, I'd say that your question is legit. First, if you are married to a Dutch national you can apply for the naturalization outside the Netherlands provided you meet naturalisatie requirements ( see below a few example), in other words you do not need to live in the Netherlands at the time when you lodge your application.
1. You are >= 18
2. Be married or registered partnership with a Dutch national for least 3 years
3. No criminal records etc
4. Birth Certificate + marriage certificate / registered partnership certificate
Thank you, ibwe. I did call the embassy and they confirmed that they are happy for me to apply without valid residency in the NL provided I have residency card in the UK.I believe you are right. After further digging, I found out that you may lodge your application for citizenship in Dutch Consulate where you are residing (UK). Just remember that you will have to pass the Civic Integration Exam. I also suggest that you can call the consulate and ask them in details. Based on experience from the people that I know - the consulate is always willing to help.