So you found your new spot in Amsterdam: well done! Now, it’s time to start organising your move. If you prepare well, you will minimise stress during your move to Amsterdam.
Ensure the moving truck has a designated parking spot. Parking is already a challenge in Amsterdam, and the last thing you want is a fine on top of your moving costs. You need to arrange a parking permit (a ‘parkeervergunning’) for your move, possibly two if you’re moving within Amsterdam.
If you plan to make use of a moving truck during your move in Amsterdam, you will need a parking permit in every part of the city. The parking permit allows you to park the moving truck in the designated spot and load and unload your belongings during the move.
If you plan to use a moving lift, you will need an additional permit. And what about loading and unloading on the curb? Is that allowed? Ensure you are familiar with the rules and regulations regarding moving in Amsterdam, so that your move goes smoothly on the designated day.
Read on so you get to know how you can arrange the parking permit and other permits you might need for your move in Amsterdam.
1 Parking Permit, Load & Unloading Permit, and Moving Lift Permit
- You will need the parking permit (‘parkeervergunning’) to reserve a spot for your moving truck.
- When you apply for the parking permit, you can also apply for a load & unload permit (‘objectmelding’), which is free. It informs the municipality that you will be loading and unloading at your designated location(s).
- The moving lift permit (‘objectvergunning’) allows you to use our moving lift at your designated moving locations.
2 Where Do You Arrange the Parking Permit?
Go to the website of the Amsterdam municipality.
The website has an English version.
3 What do you need to arrange the parking permit?
- Make sure you have the address(es) of the moving location(s) in Amsterdam
- Information about the type, model of the moving vehicle, and license plate
- The kind of moving lift, if you plan on using one
- The date and duration of the move (keep in mind that the move will probably take longer than you anticipate if there’s no professional moving company involved)
If you prefer not to arrange the parking and other permits yourself, please get in touch with Professional Moving Company. We will ensure that the permit(s) are processed on time.
4 How long does it take to get the parking permit?
It usually takes around a week to arrange the parking permit: try to arrange it as early as possible, so you know you have it on time.
5 What does a parking permit cost?
Below you see the fees for the parking permit you need for your move in or to Amsterdam
- €281,70 for blocking the road for 1-3 days
- €422,60 for reserving and marking 1-2 parking spots
- €450,90 for reserving and marking 3-6 parking spots
- €191,70 for the moving lift permit (‘objectvergunning’) that allows you to use a moving lift
- The load & unload permit (‘objectmelding’) is free
If you are dazzled by these requirements, let Professional Moving Company take care of your move – parking permits included.
Don’t hesitate to contact us for a free quote.
