Practical matters: immigration, housing, and insurance

General information about studying in The Netherlands

If you are looking for general information about studying in The Netherlands, please have a look at our page about higher education in The Netherlands or check the Study in Holland website.

International student support facilities and services

The university offers a variety of international student support facilities and services regarding immigration, housing and insurance:

Before arrival

After your admission, we can assist you with:

• your visa application (if applicable),
• arranging your insurance (if necessary),
• and arranging your housing.

On arrival

• On arrival, we arrange a meet and greet service (if you arrive on the Registration Days) followed by the Introduction Week to introduce you to the University and life in Tilburg.
• We arrange a number of practical matters such as a opening a bank account and we introduce you to your fellow students during social activities.
• Besides, you are introduced to a 'buddy' who will be a mentor/friend throughout the first semester.