Student

Arrange your formalities

All international students who will be staying in The Hague for longer than 4 months are required to register with the municipality in the BRP.

Arrange your formalities

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Student Guide

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Discover The Hague as student city

Find out everything about studying in The Hague, from local universities, student housing, clubs, healthcare and sports.

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Registration for Students

Coming to the Netherlands as a student? Check out special procedures for municipal registration here!

Study permit

International students may need a student visa to study in the Netherlands. Find out the requirements for a Dutch student residence permit and how to apply.

Student housing

Your search for student housing in The Hague starts here. Find helpful resources, websites, tips for arranging accommodation, and how to seek tenancy advice.

Student life

Want to study in The Hague? Learn about student life, from universities and study programmes to international student networks and extracurricular activities.

Healthcare and insurance

Dutch healthcare is accessible to everyone. All citizens who live and work in the Netherlands must have basic health insurance and must register with a GP.

Learning Dutch

There are plenty of options to learn Dutch. Explore different options to learn the language and meet people at the same time.

Language and culture

Learning Dutch and about the culture can help you navigate the day-to-day and increase your job opportunities. There are different ways to learn Dutch.

Getting around

Whether it’s by walking, public transport, bike or car, getting from A to B in The Hague is simple and straightforward. Explore your options and learn the best ways to get to where you need to go.