Just arrived in Enschede? We’ve got you covered!
Starting your journey as an international student at the University of Twente? The Onboarding Market is the perfect place to discover what you need to arrange when you arrive in the Netherlands.
Meet representatives from UT and external organisations, ask questions, and get practical advice to help you settle into your new life in Enschede.
What can you arrange?Visit the information stands to get advice and support with:
Moving to a new country can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure everything out on your own. The Onboarding Market connects you with the people and services that can help you get started. Good to know: The market is free to attend, and you don’t need to register for the Kick-In to join.
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Bike Market
Summer: Bachelor, Master, pre-master, exchange studentsWinter: Master, pre-master & exchange students
T.b.A. 2027
T.b.a. 2027
Onboarding Market
Summer: Bachelor, Master, pre-master, exchange students
Winter: Master, pre-master & exchange students
Tuesday 2 February 2027
14:00 to 17:00
Design Lab
Looking for some practical information to prepare for your arrival in the Netherlands? Check out the Pre-Arrival Webinars.
As a new international student, you’ll need to arrange a few formalities upon arrival. The UT Visa Office will email you about your appointments and next steps, so keep an eye on your inbox!
Meet the organisations that can help you get settled in the Netherlands! 👋 Ask questions, get practical tips, and find out where to go for help with everything from housing to health insurance. Check out the organisations below and see what they can do for you!
Find out about administrative matters for new students, including topics such as the visa process, housing, formalities and the UT student card.
Find out how to open a student bank account in the Netherlands with ABN Amro.
Receive information about how to be insured in the Netherlands, and find out about the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) coverage in the Netherlands (EU students only.)
Find out about the Career Services available at UT and register for the online platform JobTeaser to find information about vacancies, student jobs, internships, thesis projects etc.
Did you know you can do short-term studies abroad with ECIU University? Visit ECIU to find out more!
Our local police can provide information about important laws and traffic rules in the Netherlands. Do you have a question? Send a message via Facebook. Also check out the policeman's presentation about Dutch laws and traffic rules.
The Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is an international student organisation which aims to support and develop student exchange, and facilitate the social and personal integration of students.
Find out about the many facilities available at the UT Library and Notebook Service Centre.
Makkabikes Hengelo sell second-hand bikes. Visit their website for more information.
The UT offers general health services on campus, including an emergency service, a general practitioner, dentist and physiotherapist. Students can register with either the on-campus doctor or another local doctor.
Receive information about the services SGW has to offer, for example, student counselling and financial support. Also find out about student wellbeing.
Student Mobility OV-chipkaart (+ISIC) for public transport
Dutch train, tram, metro and bus all use the same payment system, the OV-chipkaart. Getting a card and choosing a suitable subscription is a complicated process, especially for international students. That is why Student Mobility created the Student Mobility Card, a custom-made OV-chipkaart for international students.
In the Student Mobility App you can connect the card above to any international payment method and you can keep track of your travel expenses and bills so no unpleasant surprises. For more information and reservations go here!
If you are interested in an NS subscription (National Rail) do not order the card via Student Mobility but order it via https://www.ns.nl/en/season-tickets/ and choose a “new” OV-chipkaart in the process. Please note the NS subscriptions cannot be combined with discounts on local busses and you need a Dutch address and a Dutch bank account to apply online.
Are you looking to have an international experience? Check out the Student Union's website to find out more about the student world associations at UT.
In the Netherlands the bicycle is one of the most popular and convenient transportation methods. Swapfiets offer bicycle hire for a fixed monthly fee.
Find out about the advantages of a Student UnionCard. The card provides you with discounts on several sport and cultural activities. You will also need it to become a member of a sport or cultural association or to join fitness activities at the UT Sports Centre.
Get information about language courses and language support, skills workshops in the Skills Lab and writing support in the Writing Centre.