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Municipality of Stein: applying for Dutch citizenship by naturalisation

You will find all the relevant information about applying for a Dutch citizenship by naturalisation on the municipal website. If you have any questions please contact us.

  • The municipality assesses whether you meet all conditions for naturalisation and provides the Immigratie- en Naturalisatiedienst – IND (Immigration and Naturalisation Service) with advice. The municipality sends your file to the IND.
  • The IND checks whether you meet all conditions and takes a decision. The IND must take a decision within 12 months. If you have any questions about the application in the meantime, you can contact the IND.
  • You officially become a Dutch citizen only after the naturalisation ceremony.
  • You can apply for a Dutch travel document 1 week after the naturalisation ceremony.

Questions about this topic?

Contact the Municipality of Stein

Last updated on 12 January 2023