Arrival & settlement control centre

Turn your first weeks in the Netherlands into a controlled plan.

Start with your registration route, then resolve the dependencies around a BSN, address, bank account, health insurance, school, childcare and your next move.

Find my registration route

Registration decision tool

Which registration path usually applies?

Start with BRP registration. Register with the municipality where you live, normally within five days after arrival. The municipality records you in the BRP and issues your BSN. Compare BRP and RNI.

RNI registration may apply. Non-resident registration is generally intended for people staying four months or less. Check the RNI desk requirements before booking. Read the comparison.

Do not assume you have no route. Check whether temporary accommodation can be registered, whether a correspondence address is possible, and what evidence your municipality accepts. Start here.

Registration

BRP vs RNI

BSN with temporary accommodation

Correspondence address

Landlord says no registration

Appointment delays

Money and healthcare

Bank account before BSN

Health insurance before BSN

Dependent partner work rights

Family and moving

Childcare benefit

Moving after registration

Build a personalised plan

City-specific registration

Choose the municipality where you will live.

Appointments, address evidence, family attendance and BSN timing differ by city. Use a city hub before booking.

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Official starting points

Municipalities make registration decisions and may request additional documents. Verify the final checklist with the municipality responsible for your address.