Change address details in the BRP
Are your address details not correct in the municipality’s Personal Records Database (BRP)? You can make a request to have these details changed.
Who is it for
- You are a resident of The Hague.
- Your address or house number in the BRP is not correct.
- Your moving date in the BRP is not correct because the municipality made a mistake.
How does it work
Request an online change
Fill in the form and attach supporting documents
You will receive a response within 4 weeks.
Needed to apply
A copy of your valid form of identification
Only when you make a request without logging in with DigiD.
Proof of your address or moving date
Send supporting documents. For example, a rental or purchase agreement. Or proof that you reported your move earlier than stated in the BRP.
Apply
To see how to apply for the change, answer the questions below.
Having trouble applying online?
Visit a Begin link: Servicepunt XL, end link. in your neighbourhood. A staff member can help you fill in the online form. Or ask someone you know to help you.
Fees
Free.
How long it takes
You will receive a letter from the municipality within 4 weeks. Sometimes the municipality needs extra information. You will then get an email. Your application will also take longer.
After the application
- Has your request been approved? You will receive a message and the municipality will change the BRP.
- Has your request been rejected? You will receive a message and the municipality will not change the BRP.
Frequently asked questions
Is somebody registered at your address who does not reside there?
Request an Begin link: address investigation, end link.. The municipality then checks who lives at the address listed in the Personal Records Database (BRP).
How can I change other personal data?
Are your personal data not correct in the Personal Records Database (BRP)? Such as your name, date of birth or nationality? Make an appointment to Begin link: change your personal data, end link..
I did not receive an email from the municipality. What now?
If you provide an email address, the municipality will inform you by email. Have you not received an email from the municipality? Check your ‘Junk’ or ‘Spam’ folder. Messages from the municipality may end up there. To avoid this in the future, add the municipality’s email address to your contacts.
Do your personal data appear incorrectly, and you have tried everything to correct it?
You can submit a request to the Begin external link: Contact Centre for Errors in Government Registrations (External link)(External link), end external link. (MFO). This is a national contact centre.