Studying and internship in the Netherlands

Study programmes in the Netherlands taught in English

Conditions for studying at a higher education institution in the Netherlands

Internships for international students in the Netherlands

Financing your study in the Netherlands and information on scholarships

Am I eligible for Dutch student finance?

Finding a study programme in the Netherlands

Applying to a Dutch study programme

Studying in the Netherlands with a foreign qualification

• You may need a residence permit in order to live in the Netherlands. Sometimes you will also need an authorisation for temporary stay (MVV). Your educational institution or employer usually arranges this for you. If this is not the case, check whether you need a residence permit or MVV. The exact visa you need depends on your nationality and the duration of your study programme or internship.
• If you are coming to the Netherlands for more than 4 months for a study programme or internship, you must register with the Dutch municipality where you are living. Your information will then be entered into the Personal Records Database (BRP). If you are staying less than 4 months, you must register at an RNI municipality and your information will be entered into the Non-residents Records Database (RNI).
• When you register in the Personal Records Database (BRP) or Non-residents Records Database (RNI) you will be given a citizen service number (BSN). You need a BSN if you want to arrange something with the Dutch authorities.
• Taking out insurance