Certificate of Non-residence

Applying for a certificate of non-residence (only in Dutch)

Step by step

  1. Apply for the certificate (only in Dutch).
  2. Pay the 18 Euros with iDeal.
  3. We'll sent the certificate to your home address within 5 working days.

The Certificate of Non-residence (Uittreksel niet-ingezetene) is proof that you are registered in The Netherlands as a non-resident. You are non-resident if you live, or intend to live, in The Netherlands for less than 4 months, or if you no longer live in the Netherlands but maintain a relationship with the Dutch government (for example if you receive pension or benefits payments abroad). Apply online for a certificate of non-residence (only in Dutch). You’re not yet registered as a non-resident? Read how to register on the Entry in Register of Non-Residents (RNI).

How do I apply for a Certificate of Non-residence?
  • Use the online form (only in Dutch): fill in the application form. Add a scan or photo of your identity document. Once you have completed the form, you can pay straight away online with iDeal. We'll sent the certificate to your home address within 5 working days.
  • Do you want to change the address you’re registered with in the Register of Non-residents? Complete the form below, print it and put your signature on it. Send the form, together with a scan of your identity document, to: rni@eindhoven.nl. Do make sure you enclose a copy of your identity document. Use the central government’s KopieID app to prevent fraud. For more information about the KopieID app and how to send a copy of your identity document securely go to rijksoverheid.nl (only in Dutch).
  • At the counter: make an appointment online. Be sure to bring your identity document with you to the Residents' Plaza. Pay by direct debit card (preferable) or in cash. The certificate will be issued to you there and then.

 

What does the certificate cost?

The certificate of non-residence costs 18 Euros.

What does the certificate contain?

There are 5 different versions of this certificate available:

Available certificates
Certificate Contains
Dutch extract Name, Individual Service Number and your address abroad
Dutch extract with historical addresses (from 1994 onwards) Name, Individual Service Number, your current address abroad and all your historical addresses (from 1994 onwards)
International certificate (English, French or German) Name, date of deregistration in the Key Register of Persons, civil status
International certificate (Spanish, Italian, Turkish) Name, date of deregistration in the Key Register of Persons, civil status
Other Do you need information other than the standard certificate? Please let uw know which information should be mentioned on the certificate and the reason for needing it.

 Did you move abroad before the 1st of October 1994? You can only apply for a certificate af the municipality of The Hague. (only in Dutch).

Can I apply for the certificate on behalf of someone else?

Yes, you may also apply for the Certificate of Non-residence on behalf of your partner, if you are married or have a registered partnership, and for your children, if they are younger than 16 years. The people on whose behalf you are applying must live at the same address as you do.

If you are not married, or in a registered partnership, but would like to apply for a certificate for your partner, come to the appropriate counter. Bring the following items with you:

  • an authorisation signed by your partner,
  • a copy of his or her identity document,
  • your own identity document.