Welcome to Oegstgeest
Here we provide information in English for the most commonly used municipal services. For questions please contact us.
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Contact and opening hours
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or remarks. We are happy to help you out.
Information for refugees from Ukraine
When you are new to the Netherlands, there are many things unknown and complex. As long as you have not mastered the Dutch language, it is difficult to find the right information. On this website, you will find relevant information in your own language.
Registrations and moving
Moving to The Netherlands for the first time
Are you moving to the Netherlands form abroad and do you plan to live in the municipality of Oegstgeest? Then you should make an appointment with the municipality.
Moving back to The Netherlands
Are you moving back to the Netherlands from abroad, or have you been deregistered from the Personal Records Database (BRP)? If so, you are required to re-register with the municipality of Oegstgeest in person if you intend to stay for more than 4 months. This is a legal requirement.
Moving to or within Oegstgeest
Already live in The Netherlands and are you planning to move to the municipality of Oegstgeest or are you moving within the municipality? You can register your move up to 4 weeks in advance.
Registering as a non-resident in the Netherlands (RNI)
Are you not living in the Netherlands but you have a relationship with the Dutch Government? Then you are a non-resident. You should register at the municipality Oegstgeest.
Moving abroad
Are you going to spend 8 months or longer in a year living abroad? Notify the municipality about your relocation.
Registering a birth
Have you had a baby? You should register the birth with the municipality’s registry of births, deaths, marriages and registered partnerships within 3 days.
More commonly used municipal services
Education and childcare
Read more about our schools and the childcare possibilities in Oegstgeest.
Sports and recreation
Find out more about the great sports and recreation facilities in Oegstgeest.
Waste management and recycling
Prevention, reuse and recycling of rubbish contributes to a better environment as well as to a smaller amount of household waste and therefore lower waste fees.
Construction and Development plans
Read more about the Surroundings Permit, development plans and the water desk.
Getting married in Oegstgeest
Oegstgeest is a lovely place to get married. Besides a splendid and monumental Town Hall, we have the smallest wedding room in the Netherlands.
Dog owners
Dog owners can use various facilities in Oegstgeest. To prevent nuisance to others as much as possible, there are rules about walking your dog.
Burglary prevention
The number of home burglaries in Oegstgeest has risen sharply in the past year. If you haven’t yet taken preventive measures, then now is the time!