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Study in the Netherlands

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Settle fast

Settle in with minimal effort and live your student life like a local

Healthcare

Explore your health benefits as an international student in the Netherlands

Community

Find out how being part of Student-Helpr Community can enhance your student experience

Finances

Learn about scholarships, fees, student allowances and cost of living in the Netherlands

Travelling

Find out how to travel within and outside the Netherlands fast and hassle-free

Housing

Learn everything you need to know about student housing in The Netherlands

Getting settled in the Netherlands

The Netherlands offers numerous opportunities for international students, but there are a few very important steps you need to follow before you can go on with your new life. First, you will have to register and receive your BSN number, then link your BSN to your DigiD. Some students have to apply for a residence permit. All this can sound overwhelming, but it’s easier than it seems.

Registration/Burgerservicenummer (BSN) Resident permit for students DigiD

Move around

After you enrol in one of the best universities in the Netherlands, you will come to discover how easy it is to get places within the city or the country. You can rent or buy a bike or a scooter to get to the movies, classes, restaurants, or parks in no time.

Bikes Scooters

Soft-landing package

An unfamiliar environment can make anyone nervous. Add the peer pressure on students to it, and you will get a recipe for disaster. It is very important to take care of all your administrative tasks accurately and promptly. There is no need to panic, but as an international student, you will have to go through a certain course of action to enjoy life to the fullest in the Netherlands.

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Dutch healthcare system

Health insurance in the Netherlands is mandatory. Make sure you stay informed about how soon you should purchase a policy and what are the benefits that come with it. Healthcare for international students may include visits to the Dutch Doctors, General Practitioners (GP), different types of Hospitals, and Private Practice Specialists. It all varies on an individual basis and whether or not you want to add “extras” to your policy.

Healthcare system in the The Netherlands Dutch Dental Care Health Insurance in The Netherlands

Dutch GP

The first thing you should know about Health Care Insurance in the Netherlands is that you need to register with a General Practitioner to get medical care. Find the closest doctor to your new home and make sure you register with them before their practice fills up. If so happens that you need medical attention before you find your GP, you can use the First Aid program as a temporary solution.

Dutch GP (thuisarts) Medical help outside GP hours/weekends Temporary solutions HelloDoc

Healthcare Allowances

Dutch Government offers healthcare allowances for national and international students coming from lower-income backgrounds. Student health insurance cost is a problem for many families. Therefore, if you meet certain requirements, you can receive an allowance from the government to help you make ends meet. Here you can find out what Zorgtoeslag is and how you can apply for it.

Healthcare allowance (zorgtoeslag)

Psychologist

Moving out of your home and adjusting to a new culture can be physically and psychologically exhausting. International students, in particular, suffer from stress and depression. We strongly believe that everybody should have quick access to a Psychologist or Counselor that can address their issues fast and shame-free. Therefore, we are here to help foreign students match with Therapists specialized in international student mental health.

Psychologist

Student-Helpr Community

We are the community of international students in the Netherlands. Because the Dutch education system is not only about studying, it is about having fun, Make new friends and enjoy your student life. Our community gives you access to the best events, parties, locations and venues. Be part of Student-Helpr community and enjoy studying in the Netherlands.

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Want to know how to save more money in college? Don’t hesitate to browse through all the student discounts that you can benefit from. Many bars, restaurants, coffee places, cinemas, bike shops, and rentals offer generous price cuts for students. If you are enrolled in a Dutch university, you can use your discounts to save up on your school supplies, clothes, your dream excursions, or even international plane tickets.

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Manage finances

A student in the Netherlands spends on average €800 to €1,100 a month. Is this a small or large amount? It’s up to you to decide. Consider all your expenses like housing, food, and transportation costs before you relocate. Find out how to save money as a student in The Netherlands, how to do your taxes like a pro, and how to avoid Incassobureau collectings.

Manage your Finances Living costs in the Netherlands What is an incasso bureau?

Allowances

Can students get Housing Benefit in the Netherlands if they’re enrolled full time? The short answer is yes, but there are certain conditions. Depending on your financial situation, you may qualify for allowances from the Dutch government. Find out if you meet the requirements and how much you can get for your Housing or Health Care needs below.

What allowances am I eligible for? Rent allowance (huurtoeslag) Health insurance allowance (zorgtoeslag)

Banking

If you’re looking for ways to save money as a college student, you may have to open up a student bank account first. Find out about the biggest banks in the Netherlands, what are their fees, how easy it is to handle international banking, and what are the perks of having a student account.

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DUO

What is DUO? It’s an Educational Executive Agency, founded to help both domestic and international students in the Netherlands. You can contact them if you need help with the evaluation of your non-Dutch diploma. You can also find information about the Enrolling Processes, Tuition Fees, and Application Deadlines.

Study Financing (DUO)

Fly

Flying to and from the Netherlands is easy and affordable! You will find airports in Amsterdam, Maastricht, The Hague&Rotterdam, and Eindhoven, that handle European and Intercontinental flights all year round. You can choose from 326 destinations around the planet from one of the best-connected countries in the world.

Dutch Airports Cheap flight tickets

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Public transportation in the Netherlands

Wander around the city, or even all across the country by Metro, Train, Tram, Bus, Trolleybus, or even Ferries. The variety of public transportation in the Netherlands is unbelievable. Studying in the Netherlands experience has to include the exploration of this country’s rich culture and its colour-bursting flat landscapes.

Train Public Transport in Amsterdam Public Transport in The Hague Public Transport in Rotterdam OV-chipkaart

International traveling

Education in the Netherlands for international students is accessible and affordable, so is International Travelling. Schiphol Airport is one of the best-connected airports in Europe, but there is always the option of travelling abroad by train or bus. Discover all the different means of transportation that can bring you to your next adventure.

Flixbus Excursions International traveling by train

Move around

You will find the best universities in the Netherlands and also the best and easiest ways to get places. You can bike or take a scooter to and from classes, coffee places, museums, or restaurants, just like locals do. You can drive your car or use a car service if that’s what you prefer. Just keep in mind, bicycles are highly accessible and always have the right of way on the Netherlands’ streets.

Bikes Carshares Scooters Travel Card

Student housing

The Netherlands offers numerous opportunities for international students, but there are a few very important steps you need to follow before you can go on with your new life.

Student Housing in The Netherlands Student Housing Advice

Find your accommodation

After you enrol in one of the best universities in the Netherlands

How to find student accommodation

Hypotheek

An unfamiliar environment can make anyone nervous. Add the peer pressure on students to it, and you will get a recipe for disaster. It is very important to take care of all your administrative tasks accurately and promptly.

Buying a house in hypotheek Conditions and costs of a hypotheek

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Work in The Netherlands

If you want to find a job in the Netherlands, there are several aspects you have to consider. Explore what a work permit for international students is. Differences between part-time and full-time employment, and learn about the system before you start working in The Netherlands.

Job System Explained Working Part-Time vs. Full-TIme Work as EU/Non-EU student Holiday Leave Taxes in The Netherlands What is a "zoekjaar"

Find your job

Discover excellent jobs for international students. Find your best internship position, part-time or full-time job or spend your free time volunteering.

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Hiring? Post a new job

Do you offer an internship, part-time, full-time job suitable for students or graduates? Post it here and reach up to 200.000 international students in the Netherlands.

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Meet the Community Coordinators

Ivy

Community Coordinator in Amsterdam. You may always contact Ivy for questions regarding being a student in the Netherlands, opportunities, search year/zoekjaar, presentation/interview practice, or anything under the sun! No question is too small.

Andrei

Andrei is Student-Helpr Community Coordinator, he can help you with your administrative matters, student finances, job hunting and cultural differences.