How we calculate Netherlands eligibility

Our Netherlands calculator follows official rules:

1. 1

   1. Identify the 5-year qualifying period

   Count backward 5 years from application date.

2. 2

   2. Find longest single trip

   Trips over 6 months may result in loss of permit.

3. 3

   3. Total absence check

   Average annual absence should be modest (≤4 months recommended).

4. 4

   4. Apply verdict

   Green if all trips < 6 months and total moderate. Red if any 6+ month trip.