Do you live at an address other than the one where you are registered?

Questioner

I am a non-EU citizen and am entering into a registered partnership with my Dutch boyfriend. We want to change my purpose of residence so that I can work in the Netherlands. To do this, I need to be registered at his address. I want to continue living in my own apartment in another city, close to school. Is that allowed?

Lawyer

Dutch law states that you must be registered at the address where you actually live most of the time, also known as your main residence. The Personal Records Database (BRP) must correspond with reality, and this obligation is stated in the Personal Records Database Act. For your situation this means that if you will be staying in your own apartment most of the time, you should be registered there. However, since your specific purpose of residence wants to change (registered partnership with the intention to work), other rules may apply. The Immigration and Naturalization Service (IND) determines the rules for residence permits. Registered partners of Dutch citizens may be eligible for a residence permit, but there are requirements, including the fact that you must live together at the same address. Depending on other factors, such as the duration of your studies and your ability to be financially independent, the IND may decide whether you can make an exception to this requirement. It is therefore advisable to discuss this with an expert in immigration law. Specific conditions and exceptions may apply based on your specific situation. These agencies have the most up-to-date and accurate information, and can help you navigate the complex process of applying for and maintaining a residence permit, and any exceptions to it.' ---------------- Stichting Rechtswinkel.nl is a national organization with students and volunteers. The above advice is based on limited information and may be incomplete or even incorrect for your situation. Always consult a lawyer or attorney for your further steps. Read disclaimer: https://rechtswinkel.nl/disclaimer I would like to invite you to rate the above answer so that we can learn from your response.