A resident’s service desk

The Utrecht Guide

Practical, checked local information for Utrecht residents in English.

Start with what you need to do

Two practical routes through the city

Utrecht municipality only

HealthcareHow to start with a GP, arrange the health insurance that applies to you, and choose the right route for urgent care in Utrecht.4 entries
City & documentsWhere to register, obtain a BSN and DigiD, and request official extracts or civil-status records in Utrecht.3 entries
Housing & homeFind a place, understand your tenancy, register your move and know where to turn when a housing problem cannot be resolved.3 entries
Families & educationChildcare, schools and free local support for families raising children in Utrecht.3 entries
Work, money & legalCheck your right to work and pay, act quickly when income falls, and use qualified help for debt or legal problems.4 entries
Getting aroundPlan journeys across Utrecht, pay correctly on public transport, park bicycles safely and check current conditions before driving.3 entries
Food & essentialsEveryday shopping, Utrecht's weekly markets and help when there is not enough money for food.2 entries
Community & languagePractical routes to learn Dutch, practise conversation and meet people in your Utrecht neighbourhood.4 entries
Safety & urgent helpA clear route to emergency services, non-emergency police, urgent medical care, domestic-safety support and suicide-prevention help.4 entries