Applying for a Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag (VOG) in the Netherlands

Many jobs in the Netherlands require you to have a Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag – VOG (certificate of conduct). This also includes volunteer work. Examples are if you are going to work with confidential information or with children. A VOG shows that your behaviour is satisfactory for a new job. You may also need a VOG to apply for a visa or if you want to emigrate to another country.

There are several ways to apply for a VOG:

Are you registered with your municipality in the Personal Records Database (Basisregistratie Personen – BRP)? Then you or your employer can submit a fully completed application form to the municipality.
Are you not registered with your municipality in the BRP? For example, if you are working in the Netherlands temporarily or living outside the Netherlands? Then send your application with all accompanying appendices to Justis by post (in Dutch). You can also download the application form from the justis.nl website.

Do you own a company or organisation that requires a VOG? Then you can apply for a VOG voor rechtspersonen – VOG RP (certificate of conduct for legal entities).

This is how it works for you

Your (future) place of residence falls under:

Municipality of Losser

Here is some information from your municipality.

Certificate of conduct - VOG

Please note: you can apply for a Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag – VOG (certificate of conduct) only if you live in the Netherlands and are registered with a municipality

Apply online

You can apply for a certificate of conduct (VOG) online. You do not have to make an appointment.

Print the application form from the Justis Service and complete it together with your employer. Take a photo or scan of the completed form.
Apply for a certificate of conduct (VOG) online. You can upload the form during your application.

Apply at the municipality

You can also visit the municipality to apply for a VOG. You make an appointment for this. You bring proof of identity, such as your passport or driving licence. Call +31 53 537 74 44 to make an appointment.