How do I apply for a DigiD from outside the Netherlands?
You can apply for DigiD from abroad via Digid.nl. Collect your activation code in a video call with NetherlandsWorldwide. Or by visiting a DigiD service desk in the Netherlands or abroad. You need the activation code to activate your DigiD.
If you live in the Netherlands and are registered with a Dutch municipality, the information on this page is not intended for you. Find out how to apply for a DigiD if you live in the Netherlands.
Conditions for applying for DigiD
- You have a valid identity document (passport or identity card).
- You have a citizen service number (BSN). If you do not have a BSN, find out how to get one.
- You have a telephone which can receive text messages (SMS) both in the Netherlands and abroad.
- You have an email address.
After submitting your application
Once you’ve applied for a DigiD at DigiD.nl, you’ll be sent a service desk code by email and by SMS. Your service desk code is valid for 30 days.
With the service desk code, you can collect a DigiD activation code by arranging a video call with a NetherlandsWorldwide staff member. Or you can collect your DigiD activation code from a DigiD service desk in the Netherlands or abroad.
Collecting a DigiD activation code abroad
Activate DigiD
Activate your DigiD within 21 days after collecting the activation code. You can activate your DigiD via DigiD.nl.
Using another EU-approved login key
If you don't have a DigiD, but do have another EU-approved login key, you can use this to access and use the online services of Dutch organisations including the Social Insurance Bank (SVB), Tax Administration, the Education Executive Agency (DUO), the Central Judicial Collection Agency (CJIB) and the Employee Insurance Agency (UWV). In that case you do not require a DigiD.