You can only register if:
- You will be living in the Netherlands for at least 4 months within a 6-month period.
- You have a residential address in Apeldoorn.
- You have a valid identity document.
- You have Dutch nationality or the nationality of an EU/EER country or Switzerland.
- If you have a different nationality, you must have a residence permit or proof that you have applied for one (such as an IND sticker or letter).
You must visit the city hall in person to register—someone else cannot do this for you. If you are registering together with your partner and/or children, they must also be present.
Once registered, you will receive an overview of your personal details within four weeks. If you do not yet have a citizen service number (BSN), you will receive it at that time.
Call 14055 to book an appointment.
What to Bring to Your Appointment
(For all individuals registering)
- A valid identity document or other document proving your nationality.
- A rental or purchase contract. If you do not have one, bring a completed permission form (pdf, 752 kB) and a copy of the ID of the person granting permission.
- If you were born abroad: a birth certificate.
Additional Documents (if applicable)
- Other original foreign documents, such as a marriage certificate, divorce certificate, or proof that a marriage ended due to death.
- If you are coming from Curaçao, Sint Maarten, Aruba, Bonaire, St. Eustatius, or Saba: a proof of deregistration (PIVA-PL).
- Any other documents relevant to your personal situation.
- If you previously lived in the Netherlands: your BSN (citizen service number).
You will receive written confirmation of your registration within 2 weeks.
Registering in the Personal Records Database (BRP) is free of charge.
Moving to the Netherlands for work? There’s a lot to arrange! Visit workinnl.nl for information on your rights, obligations, and necessary arrangements. This website also provides access to the right institutions to help you live and work safely, healthily, and fairly in the Netherlands.
