Residence with an EU Partner – Directive 2004/38


Do you wish to live in the Netherlands with your EU partner as a non-EU citizen? Thanks to Directive 2004/38/EC (the EU Free Movement Directive), you have the right to join your EU partner if they live or work in the Netherlands. Jordan Law in The Hague offers expert assistance with family reunification procedures and applying for a residence card as a family member of an EU citizen.

Our specialists:

Assess your residence rights as the partner or family member of an EU citizen

Guide you through gathering evidence and submitting your application to the IND

Advise on proving a lasting relationship, registration, and requirements such as employment or financial self-sufficiency

Assist with objections and provisional measures in case of refusal or delay

Directive 2004/38 grants extensive rights to family members of EU citizens, but the IND applies strict criteria. At Jordan Law, you receive tailored advice and clear guidance so you are fully prepared and maximize your chances of approval.

Need direct advice or help with residence as an EU partner in the Netherlands? Contact Jordan Law in The Hague today for an intake appointment with an experienced immigration lawyer.

For an intake interview, please contact us via: 070 - 209 209 4 or leave a message via our contact form. 

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