Romanian workers and families in the Netherlands

Your first practical steps

1Step 1

Within 5 days of arrival to receive your BSN.

2Step 2

Check SNA registration before signing any contract or housing.

3Step 3

Once you have a BSN, request DigiD to access government services.

4Step 4

Basisverzekering is mandatory within 4 months of arrival.

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Your AI guide knows the questions Românii în Olanda ask most.

Is my Romanian recruitment agency trustworthy?

My employer also rents me my room — what are my rights?

How do I get my Dutch tax refund (M-form)?

Where can I find a Romanian-speaking dentist or huisarts?

housing

Avoid employer-tied housing without a written contract. Max 25% of minimum wage can be deducted for housing.

healthcare

Health insurance is mandatory. Apply for zorgtoeslag if you earn under ~€38k.

work

Always check your contract. Uitzendovereenkomst (agency) gives the fewest rights — keep all payslips.

family

Bringing family from Romania? Children get free public school. Apply for kinderbijslag via SVB.

EU citizens (incl. Romania) do not need a work permit to work in the Netherlands.

Stichting Normering Arbeid certifies recruitment agencies. Always check before signing.

No. This is illegal. Contact FNV or the Arbeidsinspectie immediately.

Yes — file the M-form for the year you arrived. Most workers receive a refund.

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