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Following national measures to curb the spread of the Coronavirus, only visitors with an appointment will be attended to. Please read about our revised services for the latest updates.

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Latest news

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15/10/2020

Explore the Dutch autumn – off the beaten path

Although the summer may have officially ended and we are heading for colder and shorter days, nature shows its most beautiful side during autumn.

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14/10/2020

Coronavirus update: the cabinet announced partial lockdown to curb the spread of the virus.

The National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) reported 43,903 new coronavirus infectio

Information about coronavirus for internationals

We have created a resource centre for all essential information about coronavirus in the Netherlands.

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What do we do?

We offer information and guidance about living and working in The Hague region. We also take care of formalities such as municipal registration, citizen service number (BSN), issuance of residence permits. Moreover, we organise events for you to settle in The Hague region. We do this in close collaboration with our partners ACCESS and the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND).

The Hague International Centre

We are the point of contact for international staff of organisations and companies in The Hague, Delft, Leidschendam-Voorburg and Rijswijk. We offer you a soft landing and make you feel at home in The Hague region.

FAQ

Can I exchange my driving licence for a Dutch one?

You may only exchange your licence for a Dutch one if you meet several important conditions.

How do I get a parking permit?

Applying for a parking permit differs per municipality. At the Municipality of The Hague, there are three ways to apply for a parking permit: online, in writing or in person.

How do I register at The Hague International Centre?

To register at The Hague International Centre, you or your employer need to make an appointment. You can make an appointment on this website, by filling out a form.

How is The Hague International Centre affected by the new coronavirus (COVID-19)?

Following advice from Government of the Netherlands, The Hague International Centre will be cancelling its events in April and May.

What is DigiD?

With your DigiD (short for Digital Identification), you can prove your identity online to hundreds of government organisations in order to get access to their services. It is like a digital version of your passport or driving licence.

Where can I find out about work and employment?

Anything you want to know about work in the Netherlands such as where to find a job, Dutch social security or Dutch work culture, you will find in our section on Work in the Netherlands.

Event Calendar

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CONNECT Webinar – Housing and Settling-in

For this edition of our CONNECT Webinar, we have invited three speakers who are familiar with the challenges associated with expats and internationals, to share their insights on Housing and Settli

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Welcome to The Hague – November

Want to learn more about The Hague?

“Incredibly informative, educational and useful. I can recommend anyone with questions about a specific topic to visit a CONNECT event.”

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We are working together with

IND

ACCESS

The Hague

Delft

Leidschendam-Voorburg