Proof of Dutch Citizenship certificate

Applying for a certificate (only in Dutch)

Step by step

  1. Apply for the certificate (only in Dutch).
  2. Pay with iDeal.
  3. The certificate will be sent to your home address within 5 working days.

A Proof of Dutch Citizenship certificate is a declaration which proves you have Dutch nationality. You might need this certificate when applying for a position in public office (for example as a member of Dutch Senate or House of Representatives, or provincial councils), when having a legal document drawn up or during legal proceedings.

You can only apply to us for a certificate of Proof of Dutch Citizenship if you are resident in Eindhoven. To do so, use the online application form (only in Dutch).

How do I apply for the certificate?

There are 3 ways of applying for the Proof of Dutch Citizenship certificate:

By using the online application form with DigiD (only in Dutch)
Once you have completed the form, you can pay immediately online with iDeal.

By post
First transfer the payment to Publiekszaken DVL/PRS, IBAN nummer: NL25 INGB 0001 0960 58 (of BIC-code INGB NL2A). Fill in, as description, your name and 'Proof of Dutch Citizenship certificate'. Complete the printable application form online (only in Dutch). Print the form, sign it and send it, together with proof of payment and a copy of your identity document to the address on the form. Go to the central government website to see how to safely send a copy of your proof of identity (only in Dutch).

 At the counter
Come to the Residents' Plaza, any time between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. You don't have to make an appointment. Bring your identity document with you and pay by direct debit card (preferable) or in cash.

If you apply at the counter, the certificate will be issued to you there and then. If you request the certificate online, or by post, we will send it to you by post within 5 working days.

What does this certificate cost?
The cost of a certificate of Proof of Dutch citizenship is:
online 10 Euros
at the counter or by post 13.50 Euros