Dutch Citizenship by Descent
Dutch citizenship passes through a Dutch parent. Rules differ for children born before and after 1985. Children born after 1985 to a Dutch parent are automatically Dutch. Those born before 1985 to a Dutch mother may need to apply through a specific procedure.
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Key Details
Stay Requirements
Citizenship by descent confers a nationality, which is permanent and carries no physical-presence requirement to retain
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- Citizenship through descent
- No minimum stay requirement
- Applicable for children born after 1985
- Simplified application process
- Retains Dutch heritage
The catch
- No dual citizenship. You may have to give up your current citizenship to naturalise.
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What could change
Changes in nationality laws could affect eligibility criteria.
Tax Notes
Dutch citizens are subject to a progressive income tax system.