With one of these nationalities you never need the exam abroad.
Request the exemption with form 7606, enclosed with the MVV application – with copies, never originals.
Inform the Dutch embassy or consulate that you want a medical exemption.
A doctor appointed by the embassy examines you – at your own cost.
The doctor sends the medical form to the IND. You receive a copy.
Enclose the copy – not older than 6 months – with the MVV application.
For a permanent permit or EU long-term resident status – request it with form 7616.
Send certified copies with the appendix – at an IND desk you show the originals.
No. Family members of a person with a temporary residence purpose, such as a highly skilled migrant, are exempt.
Often yes – certain Dutch-taught degrees exempt you. We check your diploma.
No. It needs a medical examination and strong evidence. We prepare the request with you.
Live together in the Netherlands – the exam abroad is often the first step.
partner-visa.nl Open website FamilyBring your children and family members to the Netherlands.
family-visa.nl Open website StayFive years in? Permanent residence or EU long-term resident status.
eu-permanent.nl Open website CitizenshipNaturalisation or the option procedure – to your Dutch passport.
dutch-citizenship.nl Open websiteInformation valid for 2026, based on ind.nl, inburgeren.nl (DUO), naarnederland.nl and netherlandsworldwide.nl. Rules and fees can change – always check the latest information with us or on the official websites.
