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WHAT DOCUMENTS DO I NEED TO START WORKING LEGALLY IN THE NETHERLANDS?

If you are an EU citizen, you do not need a work permit to work in the Netherlands. However, there are a few documents that you may need to have in order to work legally in the country:

  • A valid passport or national identity card: You will need to have a valid passport or national identity card in order to travel to the Netherlands and prove your identity.
  • A citizen service number (burgerservicenummer, or BSN): Once you arrive in the Netherlands, you will need to register with the municipality where you will be living. As part of this process, you will be issued a citizen service number (BSN), which is a unique identifier that you will need for a variety of administrative purposes, including tax and social security contributions.
  • A Dutch bank account: You will need to have a Dutch bank account in order to receive your salary and pay taxes and other contributions. Read here at what banks you can open a bank account.
  • A tax identification number (TIN): You will need to apply for a tax identification number (TIN) from the Dutch tax authorities. This number will be used to track your tax obligations and contributions. In the Netherlands, your TIN is the same as your BSN.
  • Proof of health insurance: You will need to have health insurance coverage while you are living and working in the Netherlands. If you are an EU citizen, you may be able to use your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) to access healthcare services in the Netherlands. However, it is recommended that you take out additional health insurance to cover any gaps in your EHIC coverage.

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