Banking & BSN

Getting your BSN, opening a bank account and the admin of arrival.

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DigiD explained: how to apply and use it as a newcomer

What DigiD is, how to apply for it with your BSN, how to verify your identity with the app, and how to keep it secure as a newcomer.

DigiD Machtigen: letting someone handle official matters for you

How to authorise a partner, family member or helper to handle official Dutch matters on your behalf with DigiD Machtigen — without sharing your password.

How the Dutch government reaches you: MijnOverheid and the Berichtenbox

How Dutch official post arrives digitally via MijnOverheid and the Berichtenbox — and how to set up notifications so you never miss a deadline.

How to open a Dutch bank account as a newcomer

What you need to open a Dutch bank account, which banks to consider (traditional vs app-based), and why an IBAN with iDEAL matters for daily life in the Netherlands.

How to register for a BSN number

Step-by-step BSN registration for new arrivals.