Validity residence permit during your studies
Unless Radboud University has taken over your residence permit from another educational institution, your permit is valid for the nominal duration of your studies.
If you are doing a pre-Master’s programme, your residence permit is valid for the duration of your pre-Master’s and Master’s together. To retain your residence permit you must have your main residency in the Netherlands. This means that you live in the Netherlands and spend most of your time here. Your educational progress must also be adequate to retain your residence permit.
Main residency
If you have a Dutch residence permit, your main residency must be in the Netherlands. This means that you live in the Netherlands and spend most of your time here.
Read moreStudy progress requirements
As a Bachelor's or (pre-)Master's student, your study progress must be adequate to retain your residence permit.
Read moreExtension of your residence permit
It is not always possible to finish your study programme within the nominal duration of the programme. In some cases we can apply for an extension of your residence permit with the IND.
Read moreContact information
Student Admissions can assist you in the application process and help you with practical issues concerning your stay. If you have any questions concerning your visa application, please contact the visa team of Student Admissions.