Are you planning to live or study in the Netherlands?
You first stop should be the www.newtoholland website of the Dutch government.
You'll find answers to many questions regarding visas, permit of stay etc. etc.
For those who want information about any kind of visa, permits etc please click on this link:
http://www.ind.nl/en/Residence-Wizard/P … fault.aspx
The IND is THE organization under responsibility of the Dutch Government who have the expertise to help you.
There are so much exceptions as expats living in the Netherlands with different cases and situations.