Visa processing by embassies may be delayed due to the year-end high season. We recommend applying early and adjusting your travel date.
MVV (Machtiging tot Voorlopig Verblijf) is a long-term entry visa (Type D) intended for foreign nationals who wish to stay in the Netherlands for more than 90 days, including for study purposes, family reunification, or employment. This visa takes the form of a visa sticker affixed to your passport and serves as the initial entry permit to the Netherlands before you acquire the approved residence permit.
The application for this MVV Netherlands Visa is only applicable to applicants who have received approval for MVV and Residence Permit from the immigration office (IND) in the Netherlands, submitted by a host/sponsor/institution in the Netherlands. After arriving in the Netherlands, MVV holders must collect their residence permit from the local immigration office (IND) within the specified timeframe.
To be eligible for this visa, you need to fulfill all of the following conditions:
You must already received approval for MVV and Residence Permit from the immigration office (IND) in the Netherlands, submitted by a host/sponsor/institution in the Netherlands.
Passport should be valid for at least 7 months beyond your application date.
- Must include Alien Registration Number (V Number)
- For study purposes, a photocopy of this letter is not required, only an email from the educational institution that contains the V Number
- All supporting documents mentioned in the letter from IND (original and photocopy)
- Size 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm, Max. size 2Mb (2pcs)
- Not older than 7 months
- Has never been used in any other visa.
- File format using *.JPEG/ .JPG/ .PNG in color
- White background
- Proper composition
- No edit allowed
- No accessories is allowed
We also offer a photo printing service for your upcoming visa appointment. Click here to purchase and get your photos printed in time.
Certificate that shows that you & your dependent are family from your country
Official government-issued identity card that serves as proof of identity and residence.




