How to find your EAN number in the meter cabinet (Netherlands)

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The EAN (energy identification code) is the unique identifier for your energy meter / meter point. If a supplier or tool asks for your EAN, you can usually find it in the meter cabinet at home. Below are quick, safe steps to locate it.

Where to look

1. The meter cabinet / meter cupboard – often in the hallway, basement, garage or utility room.
2. On the meter body – check the front or sides of the electricity meter. The EAN is usually printed on a label or next to a barcode.
3. The inside of the cabinet door – installer stickers may show the EAN and other meter data.
4. Meter documentation – paperwork from the grid operator often lists the EAN.

What to look for

• Keywords: EAN, EAN-code, Meterpoint or Meter ID.
• A long numeric string printed near a barcode or QR code. Copy all digits exactly (don’t drop leading zeros).

Practical tips

• Use your phone camera to zoom in and photograph the label.
• Don’t remove seals, open sealed compartments or touch wiring.
• If in doubt, contact your network operator (Liander, Enexis, Stedin, etc.).

If you cannot find the EAN, your network operator can confirm the correct EAN for your address.