Start registration for non-residents

Fill out the form 'Inschrijven in de Registratie Niet-ingezetenen'. Link opens an external page in a new browser tab. on the website of the Ministry of Internal affairs.

After completing the form, you will receive a personal QR code by email. You will need this QR code for your appointment.

You will need the following documents:

• the personal QR code you received after filling out the form in step 1
• a valid passport or identity (ID) card
• if you are from outside the EU or EEA: your visa, residence permit or work permit
• the confirmation email for your appointment
  You will receive this confirmation after making an appointment in step 3

If you are registering a child aged 15 or younger, also gather the following documents:

• a valid passport or ID card of the child
• the birth certificate of the child that meets legalization requirements. Link opens an external page in a new browser tab.
• a valid passport or ID card of the parent or guardian who will be present at the registration

Registration takes place at the counter. You need to make an appointment.

If you find this difficult, call 14 010 to schedule an appointment. Or call +31 10 267 16 25 if you are abroad.

Having trouble making a quick appointment at the city of Rotterdam?
There are 19 municipalities in the Netherlands with a counter for non-residents.
For a list of these municipalities, visit the website nederlandwereldwijd.nl. Link opens an external page in a new browser tab.. 

The RNI counter can be found at Burgerzaken Centrum. Link opens an external page in a new browser tab.. Bring all the documents you have gathered to the appointment.

If you are registering your child, your child must also be present at the registration.