As an EU citizen, I am currently in the process of gathering documentation to use Directive 2004/38 to get residence permits in The Netherlands for my non-EU-dependent parents. Based on IND you need the following proof to establish financial dependency:
- "Evidence showing that you received material support from the EU citizen in your country of origin or former residence"
- "Evidence, for example a declaration issued by the competent authority, showing you received material support to provide in your basic needs in your country of origin or country of former residence because of your financial and personal situation"
I have currently gathered the following documents:
- Monthly bank statements from past 2.5 years
- Declaration from authorities that they will not have retirement pension in country of origin due to low contributions
- Declaration from authorities that they don’t own real estate in country of origin
What other documents would you suggest to attach in order to prove the financial dependency?
Also, if anyone else had the same/similar case in The Netherlands or other Member States I would really appreciate if you mention what documentation you have provided to establish financial dependency.
Thank you very much!