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Change of address

If you move within the Netherlands, you must inform your new municipality of your arrival within 5 days of moving, or up to 30 days before.

Moving within the Netherlands

You can use the (Dutch) online form or send us the completed form Notification change of address.

Studying in Tilburg

Foreign students who have been accepted into a study program in Tilburg are eligible for Dutch residency for the duration of their course. You will need to register with the municipality if you will stay in the Netherlands for at least 4 months. Make an appointment to visit us for your registration. Visit I*ESN for more information on your stay in Tilburg.

At the end of your course, you will have to deregister before leaving the Netherlands. Make an appointment for emigration, or use the form 'Notification of move abroad'. Send this form to: Gemeente Tilburg, Afdeling Dienstverlening/KCC, Antwoordnummer 300, 5000 WB Tilburg.

Moving abroad: emigration

If you will be residing abroad for more than 8 months, you must report this to the municipality. You can use the online form (Dutch & DigiD needed), or send us the Notification of move abroad (pdf) with a copy of your identification. If needed, you can call 14 013 (or +31 13 5428494 if you're outside the Netherlands) for an appointment to report your move within 5 working days prior to your departure. Please bring your identification. 

In many countries, you will need a certificate of deregistration. Ask for this certificate when you report your emigration.