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Self-employed Residence Permit (Family) - Pre-arrival

For independent entrepreneurs relocating with family to the Netherlands. [A: pre-arrival filing]

📋 30 steps total✅ 9 free pre-arrival steps🔒 21 post-arrival steps

The full Dutch Self-employed Residence Permit (Family) - Pre-arrival process

  1. Obtain or Renew Passport

    Make sure your national passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended entry into the Netherlands.

  2. Apply for Self-Employed permit

    Independent entrepreneur applies for self-employed residence permit via points system.

    ⏱ ~90 days💶 €423🔗 Official link

  3. Collect MVV entry visa

    Pick up MVV sticker at Dutch embassy/consulate after approval.

    🔗 Official link

  4. Travel to the Netherlands

    Travel to NL with MVV/permit documents and enter within visa validity.

  5. Submit biometrics at IND

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link
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  6. Collect residence permit card

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  7. Search for Housing

    Start looking for rental properties online or via agents; gather required documents such as proof of income.

    🔗 Official link

  8. Secure housing (residential address)

    Find and secure a place to live in the Netherlands.

    🔗 Official link

  9. Register at municipality (BRP & BSN)

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  10. Register business with KVK (if applicable)

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  11. Open a business bank account

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

  12. File Dutch taxes (M-form)

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  13. Set Up Energy & Water Contracts

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

  14. Set Up Internet Contract

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

  15. Open a bank account

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  16. Obtain health insurance

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  17. Apply for DigiD

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  18. Activate MijnOverheid account

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  19. Register with a GP (doctor)

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  20. Exchange foreign driver’s license

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  21. Set up a Dutch SIM card

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  22. Arrange home & liability insurance

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  23. Undergo TB test (if required)

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  24. Prepare business plan

    Create a detailed business plan for your self-employment activity

    🔗 Official link

  25. Legalise and translate civil documents

    Arrange legalisation (apostille) and sworn translations of birth/marriage certificates.

    🔗 Official link

  26. Apply for family member residence permit

    Apply for a residence permit for your partner or child if they will accompany you. You must meet income requirements and apply as their sponsor via IND.

    💶 €254🔗 Official link

  27. Enroll children in school

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  28. Arrange childcare

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  29. Apply for child benefit (kinderbijslag)

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

  30. Apply for tax allowances (toeslagen)

    Detailed instructions, official links and progress tracking for this step are included in the full flow.

    🔗 Official link

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