When you will stay in the Netherlands for more than four months, you need to register with the municipality.

After registration, the municipal office will send a social security number (BSN) to your Dutch address. When you register at the municipality, this can take up to three weeks.

You will need this number to open a Dutch bank account, among other things. In order to register, you will need proof of occupancy. Check for more information on this process this website.

From 1 August 1 it is possible to make a registration appointment with the municipality of The Hague.