European Citizenship & Residency News
English summaries of the immigration, naturalisation, Golden Visa, and language-exam changes that matter for citizenship applicants.
Published · By Laura Ferreira
Weekly update on June 13, 2026: Netherlands Tightens Visas & Amsterdam Taxes Rise Amid New EU Border Checks
The Netherlands is backing stricter Schengen visa rules and preparing for the new EU Entry/Exit System, which may cause border delays. Meanwhile, Amsterdam plans tourist tax hikes to combat overtourism.
Published · By Laura Ferreira
Weekly update on June 6, 2026: Netherlands Prepares 2026 Migrant Rules Amid Tighter Schengen Visa Push
The Netherlands is updating its Highly Skilled Migrant guidelines for 2026 while joining a European coalition to tighten Schengen visa rules by January. These shifts highlight the growing value of formal residency.
Published · By Laura Ferreira
Weekly update on May 30, 2026: Netherlands Updates Skilled Migrant Travel Rules Amid New EU Migration Pact
The Netherlands clarifies an 8-month overseas stay allowance for skilled migrant families. Meanwhile, new EU asylum rules and VFS Global visa processing checks may impact overall immigration timelines.
Published · By Laura Ferreira
Weekly update on May 23, 2026: Netherlands Immigration Update: India MoU, IND Delays & 2026 Naturalisation Reforms
The Netherlands introduces new mobility agreements for Indian professionals while preparing for broader 2026 European naturalisation updates. Meanwhile, IND processing delays continue to impact residency applicants.
Published · By Laura Ferreira
Weekly update on May 9, 2026: Netherlands Pushes to Criminalize Overstays Amid Stricter EU Residency Rules
The Dutch cabinet is advancing a law to criminalize undocumented stays. Meanwhile, stricter proof of funds and new ETIAS rules are reshaping the landscape for expats and investors in the Netherlands.
Published · By Laura Ferreira
Weekly update on April 25, 2026: Netherlands Immigration Update: EES Border Checks, Rent Increases & Tax Optimization
The Netherlands prepares for the new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) and centralized ID issuance. Meanwhile, expats face rising rent costs but can leverage fiscal partnerships for tax optimization.
Published · By Laura Ferreira
Weekly update on April 18, 2026: Netherlands Updates MVV Visa Process & Integration Tests
The Netherlands is updating its provisional residence permit (MVV) application process and introducing stricter integration tests for citizenship. Expats should also prepare for 2026 tax filings amid changing benefits.
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Weekly update on April 4, 2026: Netherlands Updates Salary Thresholds Amid Stricter EU Immigration
The Netherlands has announced new minimum salary thresholds for skilled migrants and investors. Meanwhile, broader EU immigration policies are tightening, requiring strict compliance for residency renewals.
Published · By Laura Ferreira
Weekly update on March 28, 2026: Netherlands Raises Salary Thresholds & Tightens Tax Rules
The Netherlands is increasing salary thresholds for highly skilled migrants and enforcing strict tax deadlines. Meanwhile, the EU plans to transition temporary protection statuses to standard permits in 2026.
Published · By Laura Ferreira
Weekly update on March 4, 2026: Netherlands Immigration Update: Naturalization, EES, & UAE Visas
The IND clarifies Dutch naturalization rules while Schengen visa approvals tighten for UAE residents. Meanwhile, experts debunk rumors of automatic three-year bans under the new EES system.
Published · By Laura Ferreira
Weekly update on February 4, 2026: Netherlands Keeps 5-Year Citizenship Timeline But IND Delays Persist
The Dutch government has officially scrapped plans to extend the citizenship timeline to 10 years. However, systemic IND processing delays and potential cuts to expat tax breaks require careful planning.
Published · By Laura Ferreira
Weekly update on January 28, 2026: Netherlands Immigration Update: IND Delays & Right-to-Work Checks
The Dutch IND is preparing for the new EU Migration Pact, likely causing processing delays for business visas. Meanwhile, stricter right-to-work enforcement requires employers to audit HR records.