Municipality of Súdwest-Fryslân: acknowledging parenthood of your child
You must go to the municipality in person to officially acknowledge parenthood of your child and to choose a surname. This is possible in every municipality in the Netherlands. You must make an appointment to do this.
First make an appointment via the website (in Dutch).
If you do not hold Dutch citizenship or you live outside the Netherlands, other rules may apply. You will receive more information and advice about your personal situation during your appointment.
Questions about this topic?
Contact the Municipality of Súdwest-Fryslân
Visiting addresses
Jongemastraat 2
8701JD Bolsward
Monday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
Tuesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
Wednesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
Thursday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
Friday | 09:00 - 12:30 |
Saturday | Closed |
Sunday | Closed |
Marktstraat 8
8601CT Sneek
Monday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
Tuesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
Wednesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
Thursday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
Friday | 09:00 - 12:30 |
Saturday | Closed |
Sunday | Closed |
Last updated on 19 December 2023