Intra EU Mobility

Source: https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/international-students/prepare-your-stay/visa-and-residence-permit/residence-permit-only-steps-to-take/intra-eu-mobility Parent: https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/international-students/studying-at-leiden-university/career/career-service

What is Intra EU Mobility?

According to EU directive 2016/801, holders of student residence permits issued in another EU country (except Ireland and Denmark) may, in some cases, study in the Netherlands without requesting a seperate permit. Leiden University is required to notify the Dutch immigration department (IND) of any students joining us via Intra EU Mobility.

Find out below if you are eligible for Intra EU Mobility and the step to take.

Who is eligible for Intra EU Mobility?

You are eligible for Intra EU Mobility if you meet all the following conditions:

You have a student residence permit from another EU country (except Ireland and Denmark) that will be valid for the duration of your studies in the Netherlands*.\
You are joining us for one of the following:
An exchange programme via an agreement between your current EU university and Leiden University; or
A degree programme for which you must study in more than one EU country, e.g. joint degree. \
You will stay in the Netherlands for more than 90 days and less than 361 days.

*Will your EU permit expire before the end of your studies at Leiden University? You must arrange an extension of your EU permit before applying for Intra EU Mobility via Leiden University.

Not sure if you are eligible?

Contact Leiden University to check before starting your application:

Free of charge

You can request Intra EU Mobility via Leiden University free of charge.

Steps to take

Meet your conditions

We can only notify the IND that you are joining us via Intra EU Mobility once you have met your admission conditions (if applicable).

Where to find your conditions

Exchange students: check in your online application (uSis) if any conditions apply.
Degree students: check your decision statement.

How and when to meet your conditions

On the Meet your admission conditions page you can find out how and when to meet your conditions, and what to do if you cannot meet your conditions on time.

Not yet admitted?

Check the admission and application procedures.

Await your invitation mail

This will invite you to start your residence permit application in the uSis visa portal.

Joining us in September: you will receive this email 24 hours after you have been (conditionally) admitted, but not earlier than 1 April. \
Joining us in February: you will receive this email 24 hours after you have been (conditionally) admitted.
Upload the required documents

You will be asked to upload the following documents in the uSis visa portal.

Copy of your valid passport:
Include all pages with personal information, visas and entry/exit stamps.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the start date of your study programme. If it will expire earlier, you must renew your passport before applying for Intra EU Mobility.\
Completed and signed Antecedents Certificate:
Signature must be hand-written (not digital) and match your passport signature.
If you must answer yes to any of the questions, consult Leiden University before proceeding:
- Exchange students contact form
- Degree students contact form
Upload proof of funds

To apply for Intra EU Mobility via Leiden University, you must meet the same financial requirements as other students applying for a student residence permit.

Carefully read the information on the Proof of funds page, then upload the required items in the uSis visa portal.

Check criteria carefully!\ Make sure your proof of funds documents meet allthe stipulated criteria! Missing or incorrect documents will significantly slow down the processing of your application.

Upload other documents for Intra EU Mobility

Upload the following additional documents on the Otherscreen of the uSis visa portal:

Copy of both sides of your EU student residence permit, valid for the duration of your studies in the Netherlands.\
If your EU residence permit does not clearly state that it is for study purposes, upload additional proof that your permit is for the purpose of study.\
Completed and signed Authorisation form of higher educational institution (last two pages of this document only).\
Copy of your health insurance policy valid for your entire period of stay in the Netherlands. See our information on health insurance.
Review by Leiden University

After you submit your application, Leiden University will check all information and documents are in order. If anything is missing or incorrect, you will be notified via uSis. Check your emails and uSis notifications frequently and take action immediately if needed.

Priority for students requiring entry visas

In the period June to August, Leiden University receives a large number of visa/residence permit applications. As a result, we must prioritise applications from students who need a visa to enter the country. This means it may take us 6 to 8 weeks to process your Intra EU Mobility application. Thank you for your understanding.

Await letter from Dutch immigration department

Once your application has been checked by Leiden University, we will notify the Dutch immigration department (IND) of your request for Intra EU Mobility.

Once the IND approves your request, they will notify Leiden University. We will then send you a copy of the IND approval letter by email. This letter, in combination with your EU residence permit, serves as proof that you have legal residency in the Netherlands.

You will also need your IND approval letter when registering at a Dutch town hall after arrival - see Step 9. below.

After arrival: optional sticker in passport

You do not require, and will not receive, a new residence permit. However, if you specifically want a ‘residence endorsement sticker’ in your passport, you can request one directly from the IND. To arrange this, make an appointment at the IND office in The Hague.

Note: to make your appointment you will need your V-number (immigration department reference number). You can find this on the IND approval letter you received by email from Leiden University - see Step 7. above. Can't find or didn't receive the letter? Contact Leiden University:

Make sure to complete all the procedures that are relevant to you as soon as possible after arrival.

Town hall registration\ You are required to register with your local Dutch town hall as soon as possible and at least within one month of arrival. Make sure to bring your current EU residence permit and a copy of your IND approval letter - see Step 7. above. Schedule your appointment and check the required documents on the Town hall registration page. Remember to arrange housing well in advance as you will need proof of your Dutch address for your appointment.\
Check if you need to open a Dutch Bank account \ If you do not have a bank account in the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) you are highly advised to open a Dutch bank account after arrival. This is particularly important if you have transferred funds to Leiden University for your visa/residence permit application, or have been awarded a scholarship by Leiden University. These funds will be transferred to your Dutch bank account. Find out more on theBanking in the Netherlands page.\
Refund of living expenses\ Did you transfer funds for living expenses to Leiden University as part of your visa/residence permit application? Send an email to fa@sea.leidenuniv.nl to request a refund. \
Insurance\ If you haven't already done so, arrange health insurance coverage for the duration of your stay. This is compulsory for all residents of the Netherlands. See the health insurance page for details. Note that if you decide to work alongside your studies, you must take out Dutch public health insurance.