Welcome to Oegstgeest
- Coronavirus information
The national measures taken to prevent spread of the new coronavirus are also affecting the Municipality of Oegstgeest’s service provision.
- Contact us
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or remarks. We are happy to help you out. Pay attention please: As of wednesday march 18th our doors are open and we can only be reached by telephone between 9 am and 12 noon.
- Brexit
On 29 March 2017 the United Kingdom has announced to withdraw from the European Union. This exit (Brexit) has consequences for British citizens and their family members who wish to continue living in the Netherlands. Brexit will also have consequences for EU entrepreneurs doing business with the UK.
- New residents registration
Why, how and when to register in the Netherlands. The rules apply to both European and non-European citizens.
- 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.
- Local government and History
Oegstgeest is one of the earliest inhabited places along the coast. Read more on our history and local government.
- Expat Centre
The Expat Centre Leiden (ECL) offers government services, information and provides a network for internationals living or working in the Leiden region.
- 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.