Apply for Certificate of Conduct

A Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) shows that you have behaved well in the past. Employers and other organizations may ask for it. You can apply for the VOG at Justis or at the municipality.

First fill out the application form, have it signed and stamped by the organization you work for.
Then make an appointment to come to the front desk. You cannot stop by without an appointment.

Rule at Justis

Rule for businesses at Justis

Approach

You can apply for a VOG in 2 ways: online through Justis, or in writing through the municipality.

Apply online

Here's how to apply for a VOG online:

The organization that needs the VOG from you will prepare the application for you online. Is the organization unable to do so? Then apply for the VOG in writing.
You will receive an e-mail containing a link to the Justis website.
Click on the link and log in with your DigiD.
Check your information.
You choose whether to receive the VOG on paper, or in your online Berichtenbox on MijnOverheid.nl.
You pay for the VOG online with iDeal.

Are you not applying for the VOG for an individual, but for your company or organization? Then follow the steps on justis.nl.

Written request

This is how you apply for a VOG in writing:

Request an application form from the organization that wants your VOG.
Complete the application form.
Make an appointment at the municipality where you are registered.
Come to the appointment and Bring along:
- the completed application form
- your valid ID
You pay for the VOG at the time of the appointment.
The municipality forwards your application to Justis.
You will receive the VOG at home.

Note: In writing, you can only apply for a VOG for yourself. You cannot apply for a VOG for your organization in writing. Do you want to apply for a VOG for your organization? Then do so online.

The organization asking for a VOG must put a signature or stamp on the application form.
You can also bring a letter or mail from the employer stating that you need to apply for a VOG. Emigration and some court cases are exceptions.
You can apply for a VOG from abroad directly to Justis by email: vog.np.rni@minvenj.nl

Cost

Applying for a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) costs:

€33.85 if you apply for the VOG online through Justis
€41.35 if you apply for the VOG in writing through the municipality

Do you volunteer and work with vulnerable people? For example, children or people who need Health ? Then you can usually get the VOG for free. The organization requesting the VOG must then have registered for the Free VOG Scheme.

Are you applying for a VOG for your company or organization? This will cost € 207.

Description

Employers and other organizations may ask you for a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG). A VOG shows that your behavior is not an objection for a new job, for example. This means:

You do not have a criminal record.
You do have a criminal record. But what is on it is not important for the purpose of your application.

For example, a VOG is required for teachers, beginning cab drivers and people in child care. A VOG may also be required if you:

apply for a visa or work permit
going to work as a volunteer
want to become a member of a shooting club

VOG for organizations and companies

Not only people sometimes need a VOG. Companies and other organizations also sometimes need a VOG. For example, if a company is going to work with sensitive information, or with vulnerable people. Or if the company wants to join a trade organization. A VOG shows that the company is reliable.

Do you need a Certificate of Conduct for a procurement process? Please check the Justis website.

Requirements

Anyone can apply for a VOG. You will receive a VOG if:

you do not have a criminal record.
you do have a criminal record. But what is on it is not important for the purpose of your application.

Do the VOG check from Justis to see what your chances of getting a VOG are.

Are you requesting a VOG for your company or organization? Your organization will receive a VOG if:

your organization has not committed any significant criminal offenses.
directors in your organization have not committed significant criminal offenses.

Term

Within 4 to 8 weeks you will hear whether you will receive a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG). If you have not committed any offenses, you will usually receive the VOG within a week and a half.