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.

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9.9
Dilara is very good and professional at her job. she helped even though we were in another country.
10
Rizwan
15 May 2025
Really good experience. good process overview, clear instructions on what to do or not to do. Great follow up and follow trough.
10
paul
15 May 2025
Although my questions regarding Dutch citizenship were relatively simple, Jelle Kroes took the time to explain the process, which was very helpful.
10
David
14 May 2025
Jelle Kroes was recommended to us by our Immigration lawyer in the UK to advise us on complex nationality issues for an Egyptian national who hoped to move to The Netherlands. We were very impressed by the help we received, both in terms of the...
10
Nathaniel McCullagh, Simply Learning Tuition
7 May 2025
I worked with Anique and wow! Her time with me was very great. She took time to listen to my case and she made what seemed impossible possible for me and my family. Because of her and her firm I was able to reunite with my husband here in the...
10
Teddy
6 May 2025
Zeer deskundig, betrokken en uitstekend bereikbaar – een geweldige advocaat die het hele traject zorgeloos liet verlopen. Haar snelle communicatie en doortastende aanpak geven vertrouwen vanaf het eerste contact.
10
Sybren
2 May 2025
We are incredibly grateful to Sander for his outstanding support and dedication during our residence permit process. From the very beginning, Sander demonstrated deep knowledge, professionalism, and genuine care for our situation. He guided us...
10
Naira
2 May 2025
Sander was very helpful and efficient.
10
Kieran Hayes
28 April 2025
I had the privilege of working with Dilara on a residence issue and I couldn’t have asked for a better advocate. Throughout the process, she maintained transparent communication, was consistently dependable, and displayed a genuine care for...
10
Aakanksha
28 April 2025
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