Congratulations on your new home! Moving involves more than just packing boxes; you also need to inform various organizations about your change of address. Below is an overview of which organizations are automatically updated and which ones you need to notify yourself.
Organizations Automatically Notified
When you report your move to your municipality, your new address is added to the Personal Records Database (BRP). The following organizations are automatically informed:
Tax Office
Student Finance (DUO)
Road Traffic Authority (RDW)
Health Insurers
Police and Fire Department
Social Insurance Bank (SVB)
Hospitals
This automatic notification ensures that these organizations have your updated address in their records.
Organizations You Need to Notify Yourself
Not all organizations automatically receive your new address. It’s essential to notify the following yourself:
Municipality: Report your move to the municipality where you’ll be living. If you’re moving to a different municipality, the new municipality will automatically deregister you from your old one.
Banks: Notify your bank to ensure that important correspondence is sent to the correct address.
Insurers: Besides your health insurance, update your address for car, travel, and home insurance policies.
Telecom Providers: Inform your phone, internet, and television providers.
Educational Institutions: Notify schools, universities, and childcare facilities.
Medical Services: Inform your GP, dentist, pharmacy, and any specialists.
Employer: Notify your employer and any relevant pension funds.
Subscriptions and Memberships: Update your address for newspapers, magazines, gyms, and clubs.
Online Stores: Change your address for online shops where you frequently order.
Energy and Water Suppliers: Notify your gas, water, and electricity providers about your move.
Municipal Services: Think of waste collection fees and parking permits.
By informing these organizations promptly, you can avoid miscommunication and ensure you remain reachable at your new address.
Tips for a Smooth Address Update
Start Early: Begin notifying organizations a few weeks before your move.
Create a Checklist: List all the organizations you need to inform and check them off as you go.
Use Moving Services: Services like PostNL’s forwarding service can redirect your mail to your new address temporarily.
Check Confirmations: Request written confirmations of your address change to prevent any misunderstandings.
By following these steps, you can ensure a smooth transition to your new home without any administrative hassles.