Municipality of Amsterdam: registering with the municipality for a short stay
- A valid proof of identity (such as a passport or ID card).
When registering your child under 16 years of age
Your child must come with you to the City Office.
- A valid passport or ID card of the child.
- A valid passport or ID card of the parent.
- The child's original birth certificate or acknowledgement certificate.
You must make an appointment.
Registration in the RNI is free of charge. You must pay the costs of translating or legalising documents that you may need to take with you.
The municipality will enter you in the RNI during the appointment. You will immediately receive your Burgerservicenummer – BSN (citizen service number).
Questions about this topic?
Contact the Municipality of Amsterdam
Last updated on 9 September 2025