Preparing

Nov 09, 2011

Be sure to allow plenty of time for preparations. You will need to start planning your stay a year in advance.

Checklist Ideal calendar
This is the ideal calendar to prepare thoroughly your upcoming studies in Holland. More info
Passport

Visa and permits
To enter the Netherlands for study purposes, nationals of most countries need a visa. Once in the Netherlands, sometimes a residence permit or a work permit is required. Find out which requirements apply to you and how to go about arranging things. More info

Insurance Insurance
Dutch law requires everyone living in the Netherlands to be covered by health insurance. Students must make sure that they have adequate cover. More info
Housing Housing
Before you leave your own country, ask your host institution whether or not housing will be arranged for you in advance. More info
Diploma Diploma evaluation
More information dealing with diploma evaluation. More info
Speech  
Dutch language classes
If you want to know some words in Dutch language, there are several options to take Dutch language classes. More info
Speech  
Books about Holland
If you want to know more about Holland and its culture, it might be good te read some books. More info

Globe

Support in Holland
A list of weblinks to interesting pages that might help you during your preparation and stay in Holland. More info