Australian Embassy
Netherlands
Embassy address: Carnegielaan 4, 2517 KH The Hague - Telephone:+ 31 (0)70 310 8200 - Fax:+31 (0)70 310 8250

I HAVE JUST HAD A BABY IN THE NETHERLANDS.  WHAT NEXT?

Your baby will not automatically become an Australian Citizen.  However, as an Australian Citizen parent you are allowed to pass on Australian Citizenship by Descent. Click here for more information on how to apply for Citizenship by Descent.

Once your baby is an Australian Citizen, you can apply for an Australian passport.  Click here for more information on how to apply for an Australian passport.