BSN

Last updated on 2023.04.07, 14:09

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The citizen service number (BSN) is a unique personal number allocated to everyone registered in the Personal Records Database (BRP). Everyone who registers with the BRP is automatically given a BSN. It is used by the government, healthcare, education, and for housing and healthcare allowances. You need to apply for a BSN as soon as you arrive, you do this by making an appointment to register at the local municipality/gemeente.

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