International Welcome Centre Utrecht Region

The International Welcome Centre Utrecht Region is the place to be when you are an international newcomer to Utrecht Region and looking for help settling in. Of course, our services are also available for current international residents. Through your international employer, you will be able to handle all the necessary formalities with IND and civil affairs in one visit. Our volunteers at the helpdesk are also happy to help you with any questions you may have about your stay, for topics related to housing, education, taxes, healthcare, job opportunities and cultural and leisure activities in the region. Read more about our services below.

Services

As an international in a foreign country you probably run into loads of questions. You need to take care of formalities, housing, insurance etc. The IWCUR can help you with all these questions! Please check out the services we offer and get started with your new life in Utrecht Region!

Useful documents

We have gathered some useful documents for you to help you settle in. Download the Newcomers guide to get started or the UR home brochure to explore the area.

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Moving guide

Regardless if you are moving to Utrecht Region as a professional, student or with your family, our moving guide will get you started. It will guide you step by step through the process.

View moving guide

Events

During the year the IWCUR organises different events for internationals in Utrecht Region, such as the International Talent Event to get to meet employees and service providers, the Royal Welcome Event to celebrate the birthday of the Dutch King, and more!

Join our partnership programme

As International Welcome Centre Utrecht Region we depend on partners to meet our mission to provide internationals with information and to connect them with the services and opportunities they need to settle and feel welcome in Utrecht Region.

Visit us

We understand you may have many more questions, even after reading the website. The IWCUR is the place to go when looking for personal advice or assistance settling in. Our volunteers from ACCESS are here to help you with all kinds of matters! Please visit us at our helpdesk in Stadskantoor Utrecht.