Steps Needed
You can request a DigiD for free on the DigiD website by clicking the button that says "apply" (aanvragen). The online application form has three steps and is only in Dutch. Here’s a step-by-step guide with all the necessary translations and explanations.
Step 1: Personal information
On the first page fill in your personal information:
- BSN (burgerservicenummer)
Date of birth (geboortedatum)
Postal code (postcode)
House number (huisnummer)
Additional house number (toevoeging) (if applicable)
Click the "next" button (volgende)
Step 2: SMS controle
You can make your DigiD extra secure by receiving a text message authentication (SMS controle) every time you use it. This feature is optional, however some government services require the SMS controle as an extra security measure. This also makes it easier to restore your password if you forget it.
- Select Ja if you want the SMS controle or Nee if you don’t.
Click the "next" button (volgende).
Step 3: Username and password
- On the third page choose your username and password:
UserPassword (wachtwoord) The password is case-sensitive, must be between 8-32 letters and include at least one lower-case letter, one upper-case letter, one number and one special character.
Retype your password (herhaal wachtwoord).
Tick the box under password recovery (wachtwoordherstel) if you would like to be able to recover your password via email or SMS.
Enter you mobile number (mobiel nummer).
Enter your email address (e-mailadres).
Accept the terms by clicking on the box (gebruiksvoorwaarden).
Click the "next" button (volgende).
NOTE: Make sure to remember your username and password! If you forget them before activating your DigiD you will need to re-apply.
Step 3.1: Text message validation
You will now receive an SMS code on your mobile phone.
- Enter the code in the field under SMS code.
Click the "next" button (volgende).
Step 3.2: Email validation
- You will now receive another code via email. Make sure not to close the DigiD window when checking your email.
Enter the code in the field under e-mail code.
Click the "next" button (volgende).
Application (almost) complete
Once you have done the above steps your application is almost complete. To finish the process you will receive a letter with a final code to activate your DigiD. The activation code will be sent to your registered address within five working days. You need to activate your DigiD account in less than 20 days.