Request a postal address

Under what circumstances can you request a postal address?

• If you will be living abroad for 8 months or fewer.
• If you are living in a care institution or prison.
• If you have no home address. 

A temporary accommodation address or an address at a recreation park are also home addresses. You must then register at that address.

Attach the following documents:

• A completed and signed application and permission form (pdf 34 kB).
  • Complete the first part of the form yourself.
  • Have the last page of the form completed by the main resident who gives permission for the postal address.
  • The main resident and you must both sign the form.
    Note! Fill in each question completely and truthfully.
• A copy of the main resident's ID.

You must add all the attachments mentioned to your application, otherwise we will not process your application.

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You can also submit your application by post. Send your application to: Municipality of Groningen, PO Box 30026, 9700 RM Groningen.

Enclose documents

• A completed and signed application and permission form (pdf 34 kB).
  • Complete the first part of the form yourself.
  • Have the last page of the form completed by the main resident who gives permission for the postal address.
  • The main resident and you must both sign the form.
    Note! Fill in each question completely and truthfully.
• A copy of your ID.
• A copy of the main resident's ID.
• Evidence of your stay in a care or other institution or penitentiary institution (if applicable).

You will receive a written decision about your request within 4 weeks of applying.

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