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