Every year we are in the top 3 of the best law firms in the Netherlands in the field of client satisfaction.

Every year we are in the top 3 of the best law firms in the Netherlands in the field of client satisfaction.

Privileged

Diplomats and employees of International Organisations are granted special status which is termed ‘privileged’. The Dutch Aliens Act does not apply to them and instead they are issued a residence permit or residence document from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Based on the Aliens Act, holders of a privileged status document may only apply for an indefinite residence permit following a period of 10 years of uninterrupted official residence in the Netherlands. Among the additional possibilities following this length of residence is that of acquiring the Dutch nationality.

The issuance of an indefinite residence permit does mean however forfeiting the privileged status assigned by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Loosing this status, especially for the main income earner, means that all other family members also lose their privileged status. Furthermore, no distinction is made between family members who would qualify for an indefinite residence permit and those who would not. It is therefore strongly advised to inform yourself fully about the consequences before deciding to forfeit one’s privileged status.

Do you have questions?

Ask Irene

Testimonials
Be in Good Company. Our clients appreciate our excellent and client-oriented service.
9.9
Mijn vriendin uit Colombia is met een MVV naar Nederland gekomen met dank aan Florent. Alles verliep vloeiend en de communicatie was goed. Zeker aan te raden! Nick & Nathalia
10
Nick
22 October 2025
Our experience with Inge was truly exceptional. From the very beginning, she was kind, professional, and incredibly attentive, guiding my partner and me through every step of the immigration process with details and clarity. She always...
10
Woramanot
22 October 2025
Florent and her team were beyond helpful with our case. It was a complicated situation and theu navigated it with ease.
10
Geoff
17 October 2025
Pieter assisted me throughout the immigration process for obtaining a residence permit in the Netherlands through marriage to an EU citizen. Throughout the process, Pieter handled every stage with great expertise, always being very attentive...
10
Thiago
17 October 2025
We zijn inmiddels anderhalf jaar verder sinds we begonnen met het traject voor de verblijfsvergunning van mijn verloofde, en we hadden ons geen betere advocaat kunnen wensen. Victoria was vanaf het eerste moment enorm betrokken, geduldig en...
10
Abby & Jeroen
20 October 2025
Advocaat Esther Wolthuis heeft ons super goed geholpen bij de naturalisatieaanvraag van mijn man. Dankzij haar snelle handelen en deskundigheid, kregen wij ontzettend snel bericht met de goedkeuring. Wij raden Kroes Advocaten zeker aan en zijn...
10
Vivian Bohorquez
15 October 2025
I had an excellent experience working with Sander Groen on my residence permit. From the very beginning, he was professional, responsive, and extremely knowledgeable about every step of the process. Sander made what could have been a stressful...
9
Omer Aviv
15 October 2025
My experience with Kroes Advocaten for my residence permit application was excellent. From the very beginning, my lawyer provided clear, thorough guidance and answered all my questions promptly. The process was well-organized, and I always felt...
10
Thomas
14 October 2025
My husband was offered a return to Holland for a second international post and his company recommended Kroes Advocaten to assist in obtaining residency status for me. We started the process prior to leaving the U.S. and had the distinct...
10
Mark
14 October 2025
Are you working for an international organisation?

We handle your data with discretion.

Are you working for an international organisation?

Prefer a telephone answer?

Open contact form Contact form