BRP

The BRP contains the details of people who live in the Netherlands as well as people who do not live in the Netherlands but who have a relationship with the Netherlands. What is the BRP for? The government uses the BRP to check your identity and provide services. Once you have been entered in the BRP, you will be given a citizen service number (BSN). You need this number to apply for a DigID , take out health insurance or open a bank account in the Netherlands, for example. That is why the BRP must always contain your correct details. Which details are recorded in the BRP? The BRP contains information such as: - your name, date of birth and place of birth - your address or the town or city where you live - your citizen service number (BSN) - your nationality and, if relevant, your right of residence

If you are new to the Netherlands, you will be given a BSN when you register here. You use your BSN to arrange important matters. This page explains how this works. Register to get a BSN When you register in the Netherlands, your details are entered in the BRP and you are given a citizen service number (BSN). You can then apply for a DigiD and arrange matters such as health insurance, work and taxes. Municipality or RNI desk? Where you need to register depends on how long you will stay in the Netherlands and where you live. Only people who have a valid right of residence can register as residents of the Netherlands.