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A practical guide 2024/2025

International student handbook

Part-time jobs

About the Netherlands

Admission & documents

Support & contact

What to arrange

Register at municipality

Insurance & healthcare

Entry visa & residence permit

Housing

Campus facilities

Handbook guide

Overview of the handbook

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Exchange

Admission information for students studying at a partner university, and coming to UT for exchange

Master's (UT or ITC)

Admission information for students who will start a master's at UT

Bachelor's

Information for students who completed high school

Regardless of which stage you are in your academics, you can find the admission information you need below!

Admission & documents

Provides information on the required documents along with examples

Provides information on the steps to be followed during the application process

Bachelor's Application

Admission Documents

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Application route

Master's Application

Admission Documents

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Application process

Provides information on the steps to be followed during the application process

Exchange

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Admission dates

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Application process

Provides information on the steps to be followed during the application process

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You can find answers to your most common questions by clicking below!

ITC students get garuanteed housing depending on their situation

UT provides different kinds of support to EEA and non-EEA students.

Frequently asked questions

Housing for ITC students

Arranging your accommodation

FINDING A PLACE TO STAY

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Importance of a residence permit

How to obtain a visa? (UT website)

If you miss a deadline we cannot apply for (or verify) your visa/residence permit and you will not be able to start your studies at the University of Twente on time. Completing the steps early on will enable you to arrange your visa, housing and other formalities sooner.

Do I need a visa? (Study in NL website)

HOW TO GET A VISA/RESIDENCE PERMIT?

As determined by Dutch law, students cannot apply for a visa themselves. All applications and extensions for (entry) visas and residence permits are coordinated by the University of Twente. As a non-EEA student, it is important to take note of the different steps involved. You will be guided through the process via email step-by-step.

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If you require an entry visa and/or a (new) residence permit, you will be contacted by email to guide you through each step of the process. According to Dutch law, students cannot apply for a visa themselves. All applications and extensions for (entry) visas, residence permits and Change of Purpose are coordinated by the University of Twente's Visa Office.

ENTRY VISA/RESIDENCE PERMIT: WHAT APPLIES TO YOU?

UT bachelor's or master's student

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Here you can find all the general information you may need about the visa/ residence permit:

It is important to keep in mind the status of your visa/residence permit is subject to change based on your academic performance.

A visa/residence permit is essential for your stay and is the form of identity for your stay here. It also provides access to travel to and from the Schengen countries. Note that this does not include the UK, as you need a separate visa to go there.

IMPORTANCE VISA/RESIDENCE PERMIT

More information about other formality appointments (TB test, IND residence permit pick up)

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Once registered you will receive a letter from the municipality stating your citizen service number (burgerservicenummer, BSN). The BSN is your unique personal ID for all Dutch authorities. You will need it as identification for study subsidy forms, rental contracts and bank account forms during your stay in the Netherlands. It will only be distributed once.

The procedure is explained here:

All international students staying at UT for more than four months must register at the municipal civil registry (BasisRegistratie Personen, BRP).

REGISTER AT THE MUNICIPALITY

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The section provides information that can help you settle in to UT culture. The section covers everything from setting up a Dutch bank account to joining the Kick-In.

The section provides information that is recommended to follow before you arrive. The section covers everything from cost of living to Notebook computer requirements

After arrival

WHAT TO ARRANGE BEFORE AND AFTER ARRIVAL?

Before arrival

Getting started at a university might be exciting, but it can be quite overwhelming too! At the University of Twente, we understand that you could use a little help during the first weeks of your new life here at UT. Read things you have to arrange before arrival in the Get Started Guide:

BEFORE ARRIVAL

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Facility market

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Bicycle & other transport

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Dutch bank account

Shopping & free time

Buddy programme

Kick-In introduction days

TO DO ON ARRIVAL

Healthcare for ITC students:

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Recommended insurance package:

Additional insurance information for ITC students:

What insurance(s) do you need and how to arrange insurance?

If you live or work in the Netherlands, you are required to have basic health insurance. Your situation determines which type of insurance you need.

More information on the Dutch healthcare system:

As an international student, you will experience healthcare in the Netherlands differently from what you are used to in your own country. But don't worry, it is only organised differently.

Healthcare and insurance

The library offers study facilities, project rooms, books and online literature.

The Vrijhof is the centre for theatre, music, art and other cultural activities on campus.

CAMPUS FACILITIES

The campus mosque and meditation room offer a moment of silence for meditation, prayer or personal reflection.

UT offers students a wide variety of sports and cultural facilities in Enschede with the UnionCard.

Students can be provided with almost all everyday needs and necessities without having to leave the campus.

There are a number of international student, study and sports associations at UT.

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ITC Student Assistance Fund for financial problems

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Support & contact

For you as a student, well-being can be about physical, emotional, and mental health, as well as academic and social success. Maybe you feel down, stressed, or lonely, or maybe you struggle with mental or physical issues. To provide help and support, an overview of different situations that may apply to you is listed below.

International Affairs contacts

Student rights

Student Union

Student Services Contact Centre

Coaching, counselling & psychologists

Study switching & career counselling

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To find student jobs on campus, click here:

Discover the benefits of having a side-job alongside your studies in the Netherlands. Learn where to find part-time jobs and understand the specific restrictions for students in the Netherlands by clicking the link:

Working while studying

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Map of UT campus

Get to know Enschede!

Academic culture

Dutch culture

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Why is the Netherlands the right study destination for you:

Studying in the Netherlands offers you the space to be a pioneer, be creative and get connected. All study programmes and courses in the Netherlands lead to a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD, a diploma or certificate.

WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE NETHERLANDS

Home button

Every page consists of a brief description of the topic followed by link(s) with detailed information. The 'home' icon at the top left corner redirects to the overview page while the arrow at the bottom left navigates back to the previous page.

Interactive buttons

Two types of interactive buttons can be seen in the handbook. The button with a '+info' directs you to a different page within the book. The button with '+UT web' redirects you to the UT website.

Overview page

This page provides an overview of the different topics discussed in the handbook. To proceed further into a topic, please click anywhere on the corresponding box.

Navigation bar

There is a navigation bar located at the bottom of every page. The bar can be used to easily navigate different sections without going back to the 'Overview' page. The different topics are mentioned as you hover over the buttons. Once you click on a button, you will be redirected to the respective section.

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GUIDE TO USE THE HANDBOOK