Municipality of Arnhem: applying for a copy of a birth certificate
The municipality records birth, marriage, divorce and death in a deed. You can request a copy or international extract of a deed.
The event needs to have taken place in Arnhem.
Applying online
You can make an online request for your birth certificate.
Applying by mail
You can also request a copy of a civil record in writing. Send a letter to:
Gemeente Arnhem/Burgerzaken
Postbus 9029
6800 EL Arnhem
Mention n your letter:
- Which deed you want to receive.
- Whom you wish to request a copy of the deed from (include first name, last name and date of birth).
- the date on which the event occurred in Arnhem.
- The reason for your request.
- Your first and last name and your address.
Sign the letter and enclose a copy of your identification. The transcript will be mailed to you within 2 weeks.
Applying at the service desk
You can apply for your birth certificate at the service desk of your municipality. Make an appointment.
Authorize someone
To request a transcript, you can authorize someone else. This person can request the transcript on your behalf.
A birth certificate costs: € 17,10.
Online: you will receive the statement by post within 3 working days.
Post: you will receive the statement by post within 2 weeks.
Visiting address
Koningsstraat 38
6811DG Arnhem
Monday | 12:00 - 20:00 |
Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Saturday | Closed |
Sunday | Closed |