The Directorate of Immigration may waive the requirement of secure means of support in cases where financial means have not been secure over a short period of time due to, for example, unemployment, accident or ill health, or comparable reasons, such as receiving social assistance for a few months or maternity benefits, and also if compelling reasons of fairness so recommend.

When applying for renewal, you request an exemption from the requirement of secure means of support and submit a statement with the application, as well as documents supporting the request, such as a divorce certificate.

See further information on requirements for residence permit renewal.