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A South African man living and working in the Netherlands has attracted widespread attention after explaining how foreign workers in the country can bring their families to join them.
The TikTok creator, @jacvanderlinde, shared the video on October 28, 2026, explaining the family reunification process in Afrikaans, a language spoken by many people in South Africa and Namibia.
His explanation covered the documents required by married and unmarried couples, the process of having documents officially authenticated and the need to arrange appointments for the Dutch long-stay visa.
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The video also attracted interest from people hoping to secure jobs in the Netherlands, with many asking about opportunities for skilled workers and their families.
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The man explained that his employer covers his relocation and visa expenses. However, he outlined some of the documentation that people arranging the process independently may need.
For married couples, he said an apostilled marriage certificate is required. Apostilling is an official process that certifies a document for recognition in another country.
