Municipality of Steenwijkerland: applying for a copy of a birth certificate
The municipality records important events, such as a birth, in the registry of births. Do you need a copy (full statement of the facts) or an extract (limited content) for, for example, a pension insurance or an estate? Then you can request this from the municipality where the event took place.
- Valid proof of identity (a passport, driver's license, identity card or alien's document).
- If you request the copy or extract for someone else, you must be of age and you need a written authorization. You must also bring a copy of his or her proof of identity.
- Money: you must pay the statement or extract by card or cash.
Applying online
Were you born in the Netherlands? Do you live in the Netherlands and have a DigiD? If so, you can apply for your birth certificate online. You can also use your DigiD to apply for your birth certificate from outside the Netherlands.
Applying at the service desk
You can apply for your birth certificate at the service desk of your municipality. Take a valid identity document with you.
Make an appointment. Or get in contact with the municipality.
Applying in the Netherlands
You will receive the birth certificate by post after no more than 5 working days.
Applying from outside the Netherlands
The municipality will send the birth certificate to your address outside the Netherlands within a few weeks. The time taken by the postal service varies from country to country.
Questions about this topic?
Contact the Municipality of Steenwijkerland