BSN application took 6 weeks — is this normal?

Very common issue in 2026 — gemeentes have backlogs of 4-10 weeks in Randstad. Two things to do today: (1) Call your gemeente and ask them for a written BSN confirmation letter — they can email it within 2-3 business days. Your employer can accept this as proof to add you to payroll. (2) If over 8 weeks, submit formal "ingebrekestelling" — gemeente is legally required to process within 6 weeks by Algemene Wet Bestuursrecht. After 8 weeks you can claim penalty payments (dwangsom). For your employer, temporary BSN slip IS a valid document for the first 60 days of employment per Belastingdienst rules — they cannot refuse payroll because of your lack of formal letter.