Six new Dutch citizens sworn in during Albrandswaard naturalisation ceremony
Six residents of Albrandswaard celebrated a milestone as they officially became Dutch citizens on March 12. The ceremony marked the final step in their journey, requiring a declaration of commitment to Dutch values, rights, and laws—impacting their rights and daily lives in the Netherlands.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Number of new citizens | 6 (5 women, 1 man) |
| Location | Huis van Albrandswaard |
| Date | March 12, 2026 |
| Declaration required | 'Declaration of commitment' |
| Age requirement | 16 and older |
| Mayor in attendance | Cees Pille |
The municipality of Albrandswaard oversees the naturalisation process, ensuring applicants meet legal requirements for Dutch citizenship. This includes organizing ceremonies where new citizens formally declare their commitment to Dutch laws and values, a key step in integration policy.
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Welcome to new Dutch citizens in Albrandswaard
Six residents of Albrandswaard officially became Dutch citizens on Thursday, March 12, during a naturalisation ceremony at the Huis van Albrandswaard.
During the ceremony, five women and one man declared the ‘declaration of commitment’. Everyone aged sixteen and older must make this declaration to become a Dutch citizen. It is the final step in the process.
With the declaration, they promise to respect the values, rights and freedoms of the Netherlands. They also state that they will comply with the rules and obligations that come with Dutch citizenship.
The moment someone officially becomes a Dutch citizen is always a special and festive occasion.
Mayor Cees Pille attended the ceremony. He led the gathering and presented the official documents to the new Dutch citizens.
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