Departure Tasks for Au Pairs in the Netherlands

What must the au pair do before leaving the Netherlands? 

To ensure a smooth departure, the au pair must complete the following tasks: 

• Deregister at City Hall:
  • The au pair must deregister at the municipality (BRP/GBA) within 5 working days before departure. 
  • The au pair needs to go to the municipality personally. Procedures vary by city, so it is recommended to call the local municipality office to confirm the process. 
  • Links for Deregistration: 
    • Amsterdam: Deregister from Amsterdam 
    • Rotterdam: Deregister from Rotterdam 
    • The Hague: Deregister from The Hague 
    • Utrecht: Deregister in Utrecht  
• Send Proof of Deregistration: 
  • The au pair must send a copy of their deregistration proof to the agency. This is necessary for final documentation. 
• Send Copies of Ticket and Visa: 
  • The au pair must send the agency a copy of their return flight ticket.  
  • If transferring to another country instead of returning home, the au pair must also provide a copy of their visa for the next destination. 
• Cancel Dutch Health Insurance: 
  • Health insurance cancellation often requires proof of deregistration. Visit the insurance provider’s website for instructions specific to your policy. 
• Cancel Healthcare Allowance: 
  • Use your DigiD account to cancel the healthcare allowance (zorgtoeslag). 
  • Steps: 
    1. Log in to the DigiD portal. 
    2. Select “Zorgtoeslag Stopzetten” from the menu. 
    3. Use the same cancellation date as your health insurance cancellation. 
    4. Select “moving abroad” as the reason. 
  • DigiD Portal: Log in to DigiD 
• Cancel Mobile Subscription: 
  • If you have a postpaid subscription, you may keep it for a month after returning home for managing one-time pins or cancellations. Afterward, cancel it via your provider’s website. 
• Cancel Other Subscriptions and Cards: 
  • Cancel essential subscriptions like your transportation card (OV-chipkaart), museum card, or gym membership. 
  • Bank accounts should be closed a month after leaving to ensure any remaining payments, such as tax or allowances, are completed. 
• Return the Residence Permit Card: 
  • Before departure, the au pair must return their residence permit card either to the IND office or the agency by post. 
  • Keep a copy of both the front and back of the card for your records. 
• Agency will notify the IND: 
  • Sunshine will submit the departure notification form to the IND to confirm your exit from the Netherlands.