Comprehensive guide to obtaining a Netherlands student visa
Prestigious universities and a standard education system, the ability to bring your spouse and children, the ability to convert a study visa to a work visa, and obtain Dutch residency are all reasons that have made this beautiful and prosperous European country a popular destination for Iranian students.
If you also have your language certificate ready and want to start correspondence with the university to obtain a Dutch study visa, read on.
Types of visas to study in the Netherlands
A study visa in the Netherlands is issued for both short-term training and research courses and for university studies. However, since most study courses in the Netherlands last more than 90 days, Iranian students need to obtain an MVV visa and a study permit.
Netherlands student visa documents
To get a Dutch student visa, you need to start contacting universities to apply for admission. If you can get a scholarship from the university, you do not need to provide financial means; otherwise, you must have financial means or a sponsor to cover living expenses during your studies.
The language certificate must be TOEFL or IELTS Academic, and you must also obtain student insurance. After preparing these documents and booking an appointment at the embassy, arrange the other documents according to the following checklist:
- Passport with at least six months validity and two blank pages
- Completed and signed visa application form
- A complete resume with all details of your educational background.
- Two passport photos with standard specifications
- Original and official translation of transcripts and previous academic certificates
- Original and translated identity documents such as national ID and birth certificate
By booking an appointment at the embassy, you will be sent a checklist of documents, based on which you must arrange and translate all documents.
Steps to obtain a Dutch student visa from Iran
Once you receive your acceptance letter from the university, you can book an appointment at the embassy. After accepting you (fully funded students only) and as a sponsor, the university will send your visa application to the Dutch Immigration Service (IND). Once the visa is issued, the student can apply for a place to live, book a flight, and be at their destination at least 10 days to a week before the start of the semester.
Netherlands student visa application fee
| هزینههای ویزای تحصیلی هلند | مبلغ پرداختی |
|---|---|
| هزینه ویزای MVV | 317 یورو |
| هزینه اپلای ویزا | 174 یورو |
| هزینههای زندگی | تا 850 یورو برای هر نفر |
| هزینههای ترجمه مدارک | بستگی به تعداد مدارک دارد |
| هزینه بیمه دانشجویی | بر اساس شرکت بیمه تعیین میشود |
The processing time for a student visa is usually between 60 and 90 working days.
Netherlands student visa extension
Student residence is issued only for the period of study. If there is still time left from the study, the student visa can be extended by presenting academic documents. By extending the student visa, the spouse’s visa is automatically extended.
Possibility of converting a student visa into permanent residence
If you are able to find full-time employment after completing your studies and receive a job offer from your employer, explaining why you are suitable for the job and what your responsibilities will be, you can convert your student visa into a work visa. However, during the job offer process, you will need to ask your employer to submit your work permit application to the Dutch Immigration Service (IND).
After a few years of continuous work and receiving a salary, provided you comply with the laws and pay taxes, you can apply for Dutch residency and become a permanent resident of this beautiful country.
Dutch job sites
You can use the following sites to find work and submit your resume:
- LinkedIn Platform
- Indeed Netherlands website
- Glassdoor website
- Monster Netherlands website
- Werk website
If you meet the initial requirements, you will usually be invited to participate in an interview.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Financial means are the cost of living for a student for a year, which should cover everything from rent to transportation, food, etc. For a student who is accompanied, this cost should be specified for two people. On the website Cost of Living in the Netherlands, you can see the costs of living in the Netherlands in detail, by city.
Yes, students can work up to 16 hours throughout the year and work full-time during the summer holidays (June and August).
A Dutch student visa is issued for the duration of your studies, for example, two years for a master’s degree and five years for a doctorate.
Yes, a student with a Dutch study visa can send invitations to family members, including his or her parents, and apply for a family visit visa or a visit visa.
PhD students do not pay tuition fees because they are considered university employees and have a salary. At this stage, you must contact your supervisor in addition to the university to apply.