When staying in Amsterdam or Amstelveen for a work assignment of one to six months, registering with the municipality (gemeente) ensures a smooth start to your stay in the Netherlands. This process gives you your Dutch citizen service number (BSN) — essential for work, healthcare, and banking. Here’s a simple, step-by-step guide to help you through the process.
If you plan to stay longer than four months, you must register with the municipality in the Basisregistratie Personen (BRP), the Personal Records Database.
If your stay is shorter than four months, you can register in the Register of Non-Residents (RNI). You’ll still receive a BSN, but you won’t be considered a Dutch resident.
� Learn more on the official government site:
Government of the Netherlands – BRP Registration
You can make an appointment online through the official Amsterdam municipality website:
Book an Appointment – City of Amsterdam
Most expats register through the IN Amsterdam expat center (formerly Expatcenter Amsterdam), which handles registration for both Amstelveen and Amsterdam.
Visit: IN Amsterdam – Registering in the Netherlands
Tip: Appointments can fill up quickly, especially around summer or year-end relocations. Try to schedule your appointment before your arrival date.
You’ll need to bring several official documents to your appointment:
If you’re staying in a serviced apartment such as Htel Apartments, our Guest Services team can provide a proof of residence letter accepted by both Amsterdam and Amstelveen municipalities.
During your appointment:
For short-term stays (RNI), you’ll typically receive your BSN right away.
Each family member needs a separate appointment.
Bring original or legalized documents such as marriage or birth certificates, translated into Dutch, English, French, or German.
Learn more about document requirements here:
IND – Legalisation and Translation of Documents
Keep your BSN safe — you’ll need it for:
If you move to another address during your stay, you must update your registration with the municipality within five days.
For short-term professionals and corporate guests, Htel Apartments provides fully furnished serviced apartments that comply with municipality requirements for official registration. Our team regularly assists guests with:
Registering in Amsterdam or Amstelveen is a key step to start your Dutch experience smoothly. Htel Apartments makes the rest easy — from comfortable serviced housing to on-site support with local paperwork.
Stay in a serviced apartment that supports your registration needs. Htel Apartments offers flexible stays for professionals in Amsterdam and Amstelveen.
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