Travel during PR extension

GuestPoster1448369Guest08 October 2020 18:17:55

Hi,

I have a valid temporary resident permit until end of next year and want to apply for a permanent residency now.

Can I travel during the processing of PR as I still have my temporary resident permit which is valid?

Thanks.

Cynic UK/Netherlands Expert

Member since 15 September 2015

CynicUK/Netherlands Expert08 October 2020 20:18:16

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SLB57 wrote:
Hi,

I have a valid temporary resident permit until end of next year and want to apply for a permanent residency now.

Can I travel during the processing of PR as I still have my temporary resident permit which is valid?

Thanks.

Hi again.

Short periods away for like a business trip or family holiday shouldn't be a problem, but anything longer (months), you will be required to unregister yourself with the Gemeente and then you will no longer be able to be considered for any residence permit.

If your next question is how long can I stay away - I have no idea, ask the Gemeente where you are registered; a quick look on the Internet tells me they have different durations.

Hope this helps.

Cynic
Expat Team

GuestPoster1448369 Guest

GuestPoster1448369Guest09 October 2020 02:10:51

Hi Cynic,

Thanks for the quick reply. The period will be short like 3 weeks or so which I have been away couple of times already. Only concern is if it can be done during PR processing time.