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Study in Netherlands from Mongolia
Everything you need to know about studying in the Netherlands as a student from Mongolia: visa requirements, financial proof, scholarships, and tips from fellow Mongolia students.
Visa Requirements
Visa Required
Visa Type
MVV + Residence Permit
Processing Time
2-3 months
Note: Your Dutch university will typically sponsor your visa application (MVV). Start the process early and ensure all documents are ready at least 3 months before your intended start date.
Financial Requirements
Financial Proof Required
Required Amount
€11,000 per year
This amount covers living expenses. Tuition fees are separate and vary by program. EU students pay the statutory fee (~€2,314/year), while non-EU students pay institutional fees (€8,000-€20,000+/year).
Language Requirements
IELTS 6.0-7.0TOEFL 80-100
Most English-taught programs require proof of English proficiency. Some universities accept alternative tests or waive requirements for native speakers.
Tips for Mongolia Students
- 1Consider scholarships from Dutch universities
- 2Mining and resource management programs may be relevant
- 3Apply early for visa processing
- 4Small but supportive Mongolian community
Mongolia Student Community
~25 students
Small community
in the Netherlands
Popular Programs
BusinessEngineeringAgricultureMining
Frequently Asked Questions for Mongolia Students
Yes, Mongolia is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, so your academic documents require apostille certification from Mongolian authorities before submission to Dutch universities. The apostilled documents must then be evaluated by Nuffic.
Yes, there are about 25 Mongolian students and a larger Central Asian community including many Kazakhs and others from the region. The community is supportive and often helps newcomers with practical matters and cultural adaptation to Dutch life.
While these languages won't directly help with university admission, they can be valuable for research opportunities, cultural exchange programs, or connecting with Russian-speaking communities in the Netherlands. Focus on English proficiency for your academic applications.
Dutch universities recognize Mongolian academic credentials through Nuffic evaluation. The National University of Mongolia and other established institutions are known to evaluators. Provide detailed documentation about your program to support the evaluation process.
While both countries have cold winters, the Netherlands has a milder, wetter climate compared to Mongolia's continental extremes. Dutch culture is quite direct and informal, which may differ from traditional Mongolian social customs. The international student communities provide good support for cultural adaptation.