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Residence Permit for Medical Treatment
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Residence Permit for Medical Treatment

Residency Pathway

At a Glance

Processing Time

1 day – 3 months

Estimated Cost

EUR €1,803

Stay Duration

Up to 5 years

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Official Information
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Living in Netherlands

Cost of Living
5% more than United States
Avg Salary€42,000
Quality of Life
206/200
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Overview

For individuals needing vital medical treatment unavailable in their home country.

The Netherlands Residence Permit for Medical Treatment allows non-EU nationals to stay for medical care unavailable in their home country. Applications require BMA (Bureau Medische Advisering) assessment confirming medical necessity and proof of sufficient independent income (at least EUR 19,273 per year).

The permit is issued for the duration of treatment, typically up to 1 year, and is renewable — up to 5 years in specific situations. Work is not permitted. After 3 years on this permit, holders may qualify for a humanitarian non-temporary residence permit.

This visa is ideal for non-EU patients needing specialist medical care only available in the Netherlands, who hold health insurance and can demonstrate financial self-sufficiency.

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Cost Breakdown

First application feeEUR €1,337
Extension feeEUR €466
TotalEUR €1,803

Stay & Extensions

Extension increments5 years

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Non-Temporary Humanitarian Residence Permit
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Non-Temporary Humanitarian Residence Permit

Validity5 years
Processing1 day – 6 months
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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Treatment must be necessary and unavailable in home country

Confirmed by BMA

Health insurance coverage

Sufficient independent income

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Income

19,273 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Medical reports

BMA confirmation

Proof of insurance

Proof of financial means

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Access to vital medical care
  • Long-term stay possible for chronic conditions

Worth Knowing

  • High application fee
  • Strict medical necessity requirements
  • Treatment available in home country
  • Lack of financial means

Application Process

1

Obtain medical documentation

2

Submit application to IND

3

BMA assessment

4

Decision notification

Application Forms

7540—
7540
Application for the purpose of residence of 'medical treatment'
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7540Fill online

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