Your first practical steps
Register at the gemeente
Within 5 days of arrival. You'll receive your BSN by post.
Apply for DigiD
Your gateway to government services, taxes and health insurance.
Find a GP (huisarts)
Required for healthcare. Some areas have waiting lists — start early.
Choose health insurance
Basisverzekering is mandatory within 4 months. Compare on independer.nl or zorgwijzer.nl.
Your personal checklist
We'll tailor these to your situation after signup.
- bsn
- digid
- huisarts
- health insurance
- bank account
- housing contract
- tax id
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Pick a GP nearby and register early. For specialists, you need a referral (verwijsbrief).
Most Lithuanians work in IT, logistics or healthcare. Negotiate vakantiegeld (8% holiday pay) and pension separately.
Public schools are free and high quality. International schools cost €5k–€25k per year.
FAQ
Do I need to deregister in Lithuania?
If you plan to stay >6 months you should declare departure to Lithuanian authorities to avoid double tax residency.
Can I drive with my Lithuanian license?
Yes — EU licenses are valid in NL until they expire. After that, exchange for a Dutch one at your gemeente.
Will my children learn Dutch quickly?
Most children become fluent within 1–2 years through school. Schools often offer language support.
Is the 30% ruling for me?
Only if you were recruited from Lithuania for a skilled role meeting the salary threshold (~€46k+ in 2025).
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