How to get your passport application witnessed

Witnessing in The Netherlands

Who can act as a witness?

The person who witnesses your signature and confirms your identity must, without exception, be a member of one of the following professions and must not be related to you. Retired witnesses are not acceptable:

• Police Officer
• Member of the Clergy
• School Principal/Vice Principal
• Judge/Magistrate
• Practicing Lawyer
• Accountant
• Medical Doctor
• Bank Manager/Assistant Manager
• Elected Public Representative