toelating

Toelating is a Dutch noun that denotes permission or authorization to access, participate in, or engage with something, as well as the act of granting such permission. The term is widely used in formal contexts, including education, regulation, and immigration, and it carries a formal connotation separate from everyday approval or registration.

In education, toelating refers to the official admission of a student to a program or course of study. Admission often requires meeting specific prerequisites, such as a prior diploma, test results, or a portfolio, and may involve a selection procedure or competition for limited places. The outcome is an admission decision and, if successful, an admission letter that allows enrollment. Where places are scarce, programs may apply numerus fixus or bridging paths to determine eligibility.

In regulatory and professional contexts, toelating signifies official authorization by a competent authority to market a product, use a technology, or conduct a regulated activity. Examples include marketing authorization for medicines, eligibility to sell certain chemicals, or licenses to operate specific services. The process typically involves evaluation for safety, efficacy, compliance with labeling rules, and ongoing monitoring.

In immigration and residency matters, toelating describes permission to enter or stay in a country. Authorities assess eligibility for visas, asylum, or residence permits, and approval results in a status that permits lawful stay or entry. The term is common in policy documents and legal texts addressing migration and residency rights.

Etymologically, toelating derives from toelaten, meaning to admit. Related terms include toelatingsbeleid (admission policy) and toelatingscommissie (admission committee).