Renewing your residence permit
An asylum permit is temporary at first (5 years). Renew it on time through the IND — start well before the end date. After that you can apply for a permanent (indefinite) permit.
Attention: This information is general and meant to help you get started. It is not legal or medical advice. Rules and amounts change — always check the official source or ask for help at your municipality or VluchtelingenWerk.
Étape par étape
- Note the end date on your residence document.
- Submit the renewal online through Mijn IND, well before the end date.
- Pay the fees and provide the requested documents.
- After about 5 years of legal residence: apply for a permanent (indefinite) permit.
Petite liste de contrôle
- Log in to Mijn IND with your DigiD.
- Start at least 8 weeks before the end date.
- Ask VluchtelingenWerk for help if you are in doubt.