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Moving to the Netherlands as an EU citizen
A practical sequence for EU, EEA and Swiss citizens: residence rights, BRP registration, BSN and healthcare.
DESTINATION GUIDE
Moving to the Netherlands
Follow the Dutch sequence: BRP registration, BSN, DigiD and healthcare. Municipal appointment and document rules can differ.
Overview
A useful order of operations
- 01
Before you move
Confirm your EU or non-EU residence route and prepare identity, birth and any legalized or translated documents.
- 02
After arrival
Arrange BRP registration with the municipality where you will live. Ask which proof of address and civil-status documents it accepts.
- 03
Then set up essentials
Keep your BSN, apply for DigiD when eligible, and check whether Dutch health insurance applies to your work and residence situation.
Guides
Start with a task
Check the official instructions before booking or submitting.
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