BSN Number in the Netherlands

Quick answer

How do you get a BSN in the Netherlands?

You receive a BSN when you register in the Personal Records Database with a Dutch municipality. People moving to the Netherlands should arrange municipal registration soon after arrival; people staying less than 4 months can use non-resident registration when applicable.

1. Book registration with the municipality where you will live.
2. Bring your ID and the documents your municipality asks for.
3. Use the BSN for government, healthcare, tax and many banking or housing steps.

Official sources

• Government.nl citizen service number
• Government.nl moving to the Netherlands checklist
• Government.nl BRP registration timing