Can you lose your BRP registration and be evicted from the Netherlands? Real cases in 2026

One of the most common worries among people arranging address registration through an intermediary is whether they might be deregistered without warning. In 2026 such cases do happen, although not as frequently as people think. Let's examine when this is possible, look at examples and discuss ways to protect yourself.

What is BRP and why can you lose it?

Basisregistratie Personen (BRP)— it is an official registration at the municipality. It is not simply a stamp but an entry in a government database. As long as you pay for the address and comply with the contract, you will not be deregistered.

However, there are several lawful reasons why someone can be deregistered:

• Failure to pay for the contract (the most common reason)
• Receiving official letters from a gerechtsdeurwaarder, Politie or Openbaar Ministerie
• A court decision to evict
• Expiry of a contract without renewal
• Fraud during registration (such as submitting false documents)

Real cases from 2025–2026

Case 1. Non-payment — the most common situation

A client from Odesa arranged registration for six months. After four months he stopped paying. The landlord sent a notice and then contacted the municipality. Fifteen days later, the person was deregistered. He lost the address and had to find another urgently, losing time and money.

Case 2. Letters from the police

A client received several letters from the Politie at the registered address. The landlord contacted him but received no answer. Ten days later, he was deregistered on suspicion of breaking the law. He subsequently lost the ability to renew his residence permit.

Case 3. Eviction by court order

A rare but serious case. A person used an address for fraudulent activities. The landlord went to court, the court ordered eviction and the municipality immediately deregistered the person from the BRP.

How can you protect your registration?

There are several proven ways of minimising risk:

1. Always pay on time (preferably two or three days early)
2. Respond immediately to your landlord if official mail arrives
3. Have a backup plan (another address just in case)
4. Keep receipts and correspondence

What if someone is already trying to deregister you?

If you receive a notice about possible eviction:

• Contact your landlord immediately
• Pay any outstanding amount
• Offer to extend the contract
• If it is too late, find a new address as quickly as possible

FAQ — common questions