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Registering with the municipality in Eindhoven

One of the very first things to arrange when you move to the Netherlands. Here is how it works and how to get your BSN.

Why this matters

If you stay longer than four months you must register at the municipality where you live. Registration gives you a citizen service number (BSN), needed for work, a bank account, insurance and a doctor.

What you need

A valid passport or ID for everyone registering.
Your rental contract or proof of address.
Birth certificate, and if applicable marriage certificate, legalised and translated where required.
Your residence document or visa if you are from outside the EU.

Step by step

1

Make an appointment

Book online with the municipality of Eindhoven or your local town hall.

2

Gather your documents

Arrange legalisation and translation early, this causes most delays.

3

Attend in person

Everyone moving to the address usually has to attend.

4

Receive your BSN

You receive your BSN immediately or within a few days by post.

Good to know: book as soon as you have an address, waiting times can be several weeks.

Trusted partners who can help

Official organisations

Official, non commercial organisations. We link to them as helpful information. Links to be verified.

Holland Expat Center South

One stop shop in Eindhoven for registration, BSN and residence formalities for internationals.

Gemeente Eindhoven

The municipality: appointments, registration and local services.

IND (Immigration and Naturalisation Service)

Residence permits and immigration matters for non EU nationals.

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