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Municipality of Groningen: deregistering from the municipality in the event of a long stay outside the Netherlands

Will you be abroad for more than 8 months in total during the next 12 months? Then notify the municipality of your move. This also applies if you return to your home country (deregister).

You can only report a move abroad for yourself and family members who are living at the same address.

Report your move online

To the counter

Make an appointment and bring a valid proof of identity.

Form without DigiD

Only complete this form if you do not have a DigiD and cannot apply for a DigiD.

Report by post

You can also report the move by post. This is possible at the earliest 4 weeks in advance and at the latest on the day of your departure.

Send a letter to: Gemeente Groningen, P.O. Box 30026, 9700 RM Groningen. Include the following information:

  • Official first and last name.
  • Date of birth.
  • Moving date.
  • Old and new address.
  • Telephone number.
  • Names and dates of birth of the people who are moving with you.
  • Copy of valid ID (passport, ID card or driver's license) of all moving persons.
  • Signature.

Questions about this topic?

Contact the Municipality of Groningen

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Last updated on 8 January 2026