How to Register for Inburgering in Amsterdam

Ready to begin your inburgering journey? The first step is registration. Here’s how to get started with the civic integration process in Amsterdam.

✅ Step 1: Register with the Municipality (Gemeente)

Once you arrive in Amsterdam and plan to stay longer than 4 months, you must register at the Gemeente (City Hall) to receive your BSN number (citizen service number). This number is crucial for nearly everything—housing, work, banking, and also inburgering.

✅ Step 2: Receive a Letter from DUO

If you’re required to integrate, DUO (Dienst Uitvoering Onderwijs) will send you a letter. It includes:

• Confirmation of your inburgering obligation.
• Your integration deadline (usually 3 years).
• Login details for Mijn Inburgering (your personal online portal).

✅ Step 3: Choose a Course Provider

You can select from approved language schools or civic integration providers in Amsterdam. Choose one that fits your schedule, budget, and goals. (💡 Tip: Inburgering Course Amsterdam offers flexible and effective programs—more on that in a future article.)

✅ Step 4: Start Learning and Track Your Progress

Using your Mijn Inburgering account, you can track which exams you’ve passed, your progress, and remaining requirements.

📍Where to Begin?

Start by booking an appointment at your local Stadsdeelkantoor (district office) to complete your city registration.