The asylum procedure is shorter and stricter. Your preparation matters more than ever.
Since 12 June 2026 the IND grants one of two statuses. The difference matters for your family.
| Refugee status (A) | Subsidiary protection (B) | |
|---|---|---|
| Who | Persecution – for example because of religion, politics or identity | Serious harm – for example war or indiscriminate violence |
| Legal basis | Refugee Convention | EU qualification rules |
| Family reunification | Standard conditions | Additional requirements |
| Permanent asylum permit | No new permits since 12 June 2026 | No new permits since 12 June 2026 |
| Later | Regular permit or Dutch citizenship – under conditions | Regular permit or Dutch citizenship – under conditions |
Which status you receive depends on your reasons for leaving. We check this with you before your interview.
Bring your children and family members to the Netherlands.
family-visa.nl Open website FamilyA residence permit for your spouse or long-term partner.
partner-visa.nl Open website StayFive years in? Permanent residence or EU long-term resident status.
eu-permanent.nl Open website CitizenshipNaturalisation or the option procedure – to your Dutch passport.
dutch-citizenship.nl Open websiteInformation valid for 2026, based on ind.nl. Asylum rules changed on 12 June 2026 and the IND introduces them in phases – always check the latest rules with us or on ind.nl.
