Request a knowledge embargo exemption for technical and nuclear studies
The Dutch education system offers knowledge that countries could use to produce nuclear weapons. And knowledge on what are known as ‘means of delivery’, or means of transporting nuclear weapons (such as rockets). The UN requires countries to prevent this knowledge ending up in the hands of North Korea, Iran or Russia. If you would like to access these fields, as a master’s student or researcher for instance, you must request an exemption, known as the ‘knowledge embargo exemption’.
Last updated on 1 September 2024
What subjects does the knowledge embargo exemption cover?
Would you like to know which fields require a knowledge embargo exemption? Have a look at the list of fields of study and projects that fall under the exemption requirement. One example would be Physics or nuclear reactors (Delft University of Technology).
Request a knowledge embargo exemption for certain technical and nuclear studies
You may request a knowledge embargo exemption from the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science. Please use the application form for knowledge embargo exemption.
Laws and regulations (in Dutch)
Regulation on sanctions against North Korea 2007
Council Regulation (EU) No 267/2012 concerning restrictive measures against Iran