Moving abroad
You must deregister from the municipality if you are staying abroad for at least 8 months. Report your move abroad online. You need DigiD.
Deregister in person at the City Office
You can also visit the City Office, at Hengelosestraat 51, to deregister. Call 14 053 to make an appointment.
What you should know
- Starting 5 days before your departure, you can report your move abroad.
- Maybe you go abroad for less than 8 months. And you terminate your rent or rent out your own home. You do not have to deregister from the municipality in this case, but do contact us. Call 14 053 for more information.
Required documents
- Valid identity document, of all family members moving abroad
- Your current and future address
Proof of deregistration
If you need proof of deregistration abroad, you can request an extract from an RNI municipality.
Costs
Reporting your relocation is free.
Request a DigiD
If you do not have a DigiD, you can obtain one at DigiD. If you need assistance, call the municipality:
- 14 053 (within the Netherlands)
- +31 (0) 53 481 81 81 (from abroad)
More information
- Report your relocation (if you move to Enschede from another Dutch municipality)
- Moving to the Netherlands (if you move to Enschede from another country)