Registration at the municipality

After your arrival in the Netherlands you have to make an appointment with the municipality of Nijmegen or the city you will live in during your stay in the Netherlands. The length of your stay determines the way you will be registered by the municipality.

I will stay up to four months

If your stay in the Netherlands is no longer than four months, you can register with the Registration of Non-Residents (RNI). You are required to make an appointment with the Municipality of Nijmegen for your RNI. Once you have registered, you will receive a Citizen Service Number (BSN). This is a personal number that government agencies and other official bodies use in their communications with citizens. You will receive a letter of confirmation, which also states your Citizen Service Number. We strongly recommend to keep this letter with your BSN in a safe place.

I will stay longer than four months

If your stay in the Netherlands exceeds four months, you are required to make an appointment with the Municipality of Nijmegen after your arrival. If this applies to your situation, you will receive an e-mail from Student Admissions in August (fall semester) or January (spring semester) with more information about making an appointment with the Municipality of Nijmegen. A valid passport or ID and a copy of your room contract are required for this registration. During the appointment you will receive your Citizen Service Number (BSN). This is a personal number that government agencies and other official bodies use in their communications with citizens. You will receive a letter of confirmation, which also states your Citizen Service Number. We strongly recommend to keep this letter with your BSN in a safe place.

Contact information

Student Admissions can assist you in the application process and help you with practical issues concerning your stay. If you have any questions concerning your visa application, please contact the visa team of Student Admissions.

+31 24 361 23 45