If you live in the Netherlands and are registered with a municipality and you move to another country, you must report that you are moving from the Netherlands. This page explains what you need to do.
This page contains information for people who are registered with a municipality. Are you a non-resident and are you staying in the Netherlands temporarily? Use the MyRNI app to report that you are moving from the Netherlands. You must do this even if you are moving back to the country you come from.
If you will be leaving the Netherlands for more than eight months and you are registered with a municipality, you must tell that municipality. You also have to do this if you are moving permanently to the country you come from or another country.
If you are moving from the Netherlands, you can usually report this online by going to the municipality's website and using your DigiD. If you cannot do this, make an appointment at the city hall or city office. Always take a valid passport or identity card with you. The municipality will note in the Personal Records Database (BRP) that you are leaving the Netherlands.
You need to report that you are leaving the Netherlands because this is important for your taxes and health insurance, among other things. If you fail to report this on time, there might be problems with your allowances or post intended for you. By reporting your move from the Netherlands, you make sure the Dutch government knows you no longer live in the Netherlands.
The municipality automatically informs some government organisations. These include Belastingdienst, the SVB and Dienst Toeslagen. You not need to inform these organisations yourself.
The municipality will not automatically inform other organisations, such as your bank or employer, or your GP. You must tell them you are moving so that everyone knows where you can be reached.
You can always go to the city hall. There are people there who can explain everything, step by step. You can also go to your local Work in NL information point or library if you need help with filling in forms or making an appointment. This help is free of charge.
You always need to have a valid passport or identity card. The municipality might also ask for your new address in another country.
Yes. You can take someone with you when you go to the city hall. You can also officially give someone else permission to report that you are leaving the Netherlands on your behalf. Your local Work in NL information point and the municipality can explain how to do this.
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