Our partners

Are you looking for someone that specialises in relocation, healthcare, childcare, housing, banking or another field? The International Welcome Centre will connect you with reliable experts who offer high-quality services in English and are familiar with the needs of internationals living, working and studying in Utrecht Region. Please note that although we only work with competent, professional partners, we cannot be held liable for the services they offer.
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Coaching and support Culture and leisure
Education Employment
Finance General information
Healthcare Housing
Law Relocation
Partners with foreign employees
Are you an international-minded company and do you want to become a partner? Join us!
Coaching and support

Casita Coaching
Services to both internationals and to global teams regarding
- Cross-cultural adjustment/communication;
- career transition & talent development;
- expat partner counselling.

Natália Leal Coach & Trainer
Life, career and executive coaching and training services: Empowering individuals and organisations to reach their full potential!

Parenting Across Borders
Parenting across borders is a social initiative that provides individual support, in a dialogue group setting, for international parents in the first 1000 days of their parenting role. Through dialogue, we aim at providing international parents a safe setting where we allow a process of self-reflection, personal learning, and a sense of belonging to a community.
Culture and leisure

Eet Mee!
Eet Mee (Dutch for “eat together”) has created a national platform for people who like to meet others, enjoy a nice chat and like to eat together at home. Create a profile on our online matching platform and Eet Mee will then find customised matches for you, so you can meet up and eat together at home, or via a video-dinner.

Het Utrechts Archief
With over 30 kilometres worth of archival items, The Utrecht Archives truly serves as Utrecht's memory. Come and discover the stories behind this collection in the 'Utrecht begins here' exhibition, the perfect place to begin your visit to Utrecht.

SPRING
We present two international performing arts festivals each year: the ten-day SPRING Performing Arts Festival in May and the three-day SPRING in Autumn in the fall. We programme crossovers between theatre, dance and performance by artists from all over the world. All our performances are language no problem.

Taal doet meer
Taal Doet Meer wants to contribute to Utrechters to know and understand each other. With a network of volunteers and partners, we ensure that language is not an obstacle to participating in Utrecht society.

TivoliVredenburg
One building, five concert halls, all genres, for everybody: extraordinary venue TivoliVredenburg is the music district of Utrecht. Come meet other music lovers and be sure to visit our café Het Gegeven Paard and kitchen bar Danel.

UICF
If you like to laugh, you can't miss the Utrecht International Comedy Festival. In 9 years, this Utrecht comedy festival has grown into the Dutch version of the Edinburgh Fringe with the most stand-up comedy shows per square meter.

Utrecht in Dialoog
Utrecht in Dialogue stimulates meaningful conversations between people from Utrecht with different backgrounds, about themes that are important to them. A dialogue respects differences, leads to new, enriching insights and connectedness in the city.

Young Collectors Circle
Young Collectors Circle membership brings you behind the scenes of the art world and opens doors that usually remain closed. Throughout the year, we present a wide range of exclusive online and offline events for our global community of art lovers.

Weeples
Wanna discover new activities in your city? Looking for people to hang out with? We’ve got you covered! Weeples is the easiest way to meet new people and to organise activities together.

ZIMIHIC
ZIMIHC (pronounced as zimmick) encourages local cultural development and participation in the arts. We offer stages and rehearsal studios for all who wish to perform, practice or exhibit their artistic efforts.
Education

Hogeschool Utrecht
HU is the third largest university of applied sciences in the Netherlands, with 35,000 students, representing more than hundred nationalities. HU offers a wide range of programmes in the fields of Communication & Media, Business & Management, Education & Pedagogy, Health Care & Welfare and Engineering & Technology; full-time and part-time, undergraduate and master programmes, and short courses, as in Utrecht Summer School.

International School Utrecht
The International School Utrecht is an IB World School, offering a complete and connected International Baccalaureate programme for students from 4-18 from diverse international backgrounds.

Radboud in'to Languages
Radboud in’to Languages is Radboud University's center of expertise for language and communication. We teach expats and the companies they work for to communicate effectively in an international context.

Taalschool Utrecht
Taalschool Utrecht is a facility for families who live in Utrecht with non Dutch speaking children. All children in the age group of 4 - 12 year who do not speak Dutch, need to go to Taalschool Utrecht before they can enrol in a regular Dutch primary school.

Young Expat Services
We help internationals find the right local or international school for their children.
Employment

Applied Medical
Applied Medical is a fast growing medical device company. From our European headoffice we support our clients around Europe and the Middle East, and that is why we work in a truly international environment with more than 35 nationalities. Because of our continuous expansion we are always looking for enthusiastic new colleagues who will help us in our mission to provide quality medical device products and improve the affordability of healthcare.

Holland Employment Experts
At Holland Employment Experts, we make sure that employer and employee can fully concentrate on their work. As a recognized IND Sponsor, we provide full payroll contract management and act as the legal employer for the highly skilled knowledge migrants, as well as the employers they work for.

NL Cares
NL Cares is on a mission to empower and inspire people and businesses to contribute their time, skills and resources in addressing the world’s toughest challenges.

Ravecruitment
Ravecruitment offers a full-service solution for highly skilled migrants from around the world, enabling them to work for companies in the Netherlands. This includes immigration, relocation, staffing and payroll administration. The process is efficient, cost-effective and adheres to the highest quality standards.

Recruit a Student
Recruit a Student is an employment agency that thinks along with its students. With a weekly payment, flexible jobs and assignments where you can start immediately, Recruit a Student is the employment agency for students. We also help students with applying for a work permit.

Undutchables
Undutchables is the recruitment partner for international clients and multilingual candidates. We’re known for our personal touch and dedication. That keeps us one step ahead in matching international talent with company needs. At Undutchables, our mission is to facilitate internationals and connect businesses with the perfect candidate.

Van Luin
Van Luin is an independent insurance broker, specialized in international companies. We advise employers and their employees on employee benefits and risk insurances.

VCUtrecht
VC Utrecht (Volunteer Centre Utrecht) is a city-wide organization that assists individuals in finding volunteer work, supports and advises voluntary organizations and promotes volunteer work in Utrecht.
Finance

ABN AMRO International Clients Retail
A trusted financial partner and specialist for Expats in a new environment: we handle all your financial wishes including tailor made Expat mortgages with special care. We offer you English speaking professionals, documentation, internet and mobile banking in English.

Blue Umbrella
Blue Umbrella is the tax return service provider in the Netherlands for internationals. With Blue Umbrella completing your tax return does not need to be stressful, complicated or expensive since we work with a fully online portal in plain English and work with a fixed fee.

Independent Expat Finance
Your one stop shop for financial peace of mind

Orange Tax
We actually think tax is exciting. We can assist you with private and corporate tax issues, please use our free zoom meeting availability.

Rabobank
Rabobank is a cooperative bank. Rabobank wants to be a part of building a better living and working environment for and with its customers. Our prime mission is to help achieve our customers' ambitions. We also feel a sense of shared responsibility for our customers' growth.

The TaxSavers
The TaxSavers is an all-round tax advisor which can assist you with all your questions regarding your Dutch taxes, the M-form and the annual income tax return.
General information

ACCESS
The ACCESS vision is to provide unique, comprehensive and essential services nationally, through the expertise and experience of its volenteer expatriate community.

Barka NL
Help desk of Barka Foundation (first point of contact by phone and by email): advising and supporting EU citizens, who live and work in the Netherlands. We provide consultations and advice on social topics, legal issues, we support in looking for work.

BuddyGoDutch
Get yourself a local friend and make your stay memorable without a membership. Discover Utrecht with a variety of events or with your new friend that we matched to you.

Erasmus Student Network (ESN)
Erasmus Student Network Utrecht is an organisation that works with a ‘students helping students’ principle. It creates a platform for international students to meet each other and also the local students. This is realised by cultural, social and sportive events. The goal of ESN Utrecht is to make every international student feel at home in Utrecht.

Expat Republic
Expat Republic is a leading media company aimed at improving and enriching the lives of expatriates living in The Netherlands. They frequently organise events and seminars as well as provide a myriad of useful and engaging information. Serving Global Citizens.

IamExpat
IamExpat is the leading English-language online media platform providing up-to-date information, news, job listings, housing services and lifestyle tips for internationals in the Netherlands since 2009.

Lebara
Lebara is a telecommunication company, providing prepaid and postpaid services by using KPN’s reliable 4G network.
Healthcare

Elekta
Elekta is the leading innovator of high precision medical equipment designed to improve, prolong and save the lives of people with cancer and brain disorders. In the Netherlands, products are developed and produced for brachytherapy, a means of delivering High Dose Rate radiotherapy with optimized accuracy and minimal invasiveness.

H4i
Healthcare for internationals (H4i) is a non-profit network of healthcare providers, that do their utmost to meet the needs and expectations of internationals. H4i also provides in-depth information to help internationals navigate Dutch healthcare.

Prinses Máxima Center
The Princess Máxima Center for pediatric oncology: a unique center that brings together all the highly complex care and research for children with cancer in the Netherlands to provide a cure and optimal quality of life for every child with cancer.
Housing

Creative Valley
Right on the Stationsplein of Utrecht CS you will find Creative Valley: high-end co-working facilities with an international community. The Creative Valley Nest is located on our green roof: luxury rooftop apartments for stays of a minimum of two weeks and a maximum of six months. What can we do for you?

CS HOUSING
With almost 2 decades of experience in real estate and accommodating expats, CS HOUSING knows what high level of service is required for her clients. Renting, buying and managing properties can be a challenging and time taking job but with the personal and professional service of CS HOUSING it will be minimized to the max.

Expat Housing Network
For expats, by expats - your go-to team for renting or buying a home in Utrecht. With fixed, transparent, and honest pricing, and a highly-rated client experience, the team at Expat
Housing Network will ensure that you have the right support and guidance needed to successfully secure your perfect home.

Expat Mortgages
Expat Mortgages is a team of independent mortgage brokers who want to buy a house in The Netherlands. The company has more than 12 years history working only with internationals.

HuurTeam Utrecht
Huurteam Utrecht stands for fair rental prices, proper housing and respectable landlords. Do you have a question, contact us for advise!

My Home Relocator
Rental housing specialists dedicated to helping internationals find a new home in a challenging housing market. They will take the pressure off your shoulders by managing the full process, including searching and viewing rental properties, handling all communications, negotiations, and making sure you understand Dutch rules and regulations.

NVM
The Nederlandse Vereniging van Makelaars is the Dutch association of real estate agents and appraisers. It was founded 1898. By choosing an NVM broker you opt for quality and expertise. NVM brokers must adhere to the NVM Code of Practice and follow mandatory courses and training to keep their knowledge up to date. With over 3000 offices, there is always an NVM broker near you.

Mister Mortgage
Mister Mortgage offers financial advice for first-time homebuyers, people moving homes, and buy-to-let and refinancing opportunities. They believe in transparency, integrity, and growth for a bright future.

MVA
The MVA Certified Expat Broker is the number one quality label for brokers who are specialised in helping internationals finding their new home in the Netherlands. We are the only certified organisation in the Netherlands that focuses on housing internationals in our country.

PartnerPete
As a utility provider, PartnerPete offers various services to expats who are living in or are moving to the Netherlands. Our service helps expats ease their move and get the best deals on home utilities. With our English customer support, we get you up and running in your home as soon as possible. All services in one place, no hidden costs and everything based on your personal needs.

Sjouke Jager Vastgoed
Helping internationals to buy a house is what we do. We're focussed on buying real estate for internationals, protecting your interests and make sure you get the best deal available. We stand for high service and long term relationships!

Start Housing
The real estate agency with a specialized department for expats and relocation services in Utrecht. We assist you with relocation, renting out, buying and selling properties.The real estate agency with a specialized department for expats and relocation services in Utrecht. We assist you with relocation, renting out, buying and selling properties.
Law

AHL Advocaten
AHL Advocaten is a law firm specialised in immigration law, labor law, family law and criminal law. We help internationals with legal services (regarding residence permits, labor contracts /resignation/severance pay, divorce & parental authority and criminal prosecutions) and, if necessary, we litigate at court.

Pieters Advocaten
We are a law office with over 25 years’ experience in immigration law. We can assist and advice companies and private individuals in other legal fields as well. Our focus is to always offer tailored solutions. We are especially focused on services for highly skilled migrants in the broadest sense. We offer a China Desk and can speak Chinese language.
Relocation

Expat Management Group
With our experience and local knowledge, we happily assist Internationals with all Immigration and Relocation related services for a well informed, efficient, smooth, and pleasant move! The Expat Management Group is a dynamic corporate group of recognized legal experts and relocation professionals in the Benelux.

PIRGROUP
Immigration Solutions & Relocation Care - We take it personal, we make it personal!

Santa Fe Relocation
We are your international moving company, offering exceptional moving experiences. At Santa Fe Relocation, we manage your international move from start to new start, because we want you to feel at home wherever you go.
Partners with foreign employees - Corporate partners

Applied Medical
Applied Medical is a fast growing medical device company. From our European headoffice we support our clients around Europe and the Middle East, and that is why we work in a truly international environment with more than 35 nationalities. Because of our continuous expansion we are always looking for enthusiastic new colleagues who will help us in our mission to provide quality medical device products and improve the affordability of healthcare.

Bol.com
Bol.com is the largest online retailer in the Netherlands and Belgium. In 1999 we opened our virtual doors as first online bookstore in the Netherlands. Nowadays we’re working with 2.000 colleagues to deliver the best shopping platform ever.

Elekta
Elekta is the leading innovator of high precision medical equipment designed to improve, prolong and save the lives of people with cancer and brain disorders. In the Netherlands, products are developed and produced for brachytherapy, a means of delivering High Dose Rate radiotherapy with optimized accuracy and minimal invasiveness.

Hogeschool Utrecht
HU is the third largest university of applied sciences in the Netherlands, with 35,000 students, representing more than hundred nationalities. HU offers a wide range of programmes in the fields of Communication & Media, Business & Management, Education & Pedagogy, Health Care & Welfare and Engineering & Technology; full-time and part-time, undergraduate and master programmes, and short courses, as in Utrecht Summer School.

International School Utrecht
The International School Utrecht is an IB World School, offering a complete and connected International Baccalaureate programme for students from 4-18 from diverse international backgrounds.

Nutreco
Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and aquafeed. Advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide.

NVM
The Nederlandse Vereniging van Makelaars is the Dutch association of real estate agents and appraisers. It was founded 1898. By choosing an NVM broker you opt for quality and expertise. NVM brokers must adhere to the NVM Code of Practice and follow mandatory courses and training to keep their knowledge up to date. With over 3000 offices, there is always an NVM broker near you.

PGGM
We are PGGM. A solid value in health and welfare. We work for good, affordable and sustainable pensions for pension funds - our clients - and their participants. We also contribute towards a liveable world, occupational health and retaining vitality in old age.

Princess Máxima Center
The Princess Máxima Center for pediatric oncology: a unique center that brings together all the highly complex care and research for children with cancer in the Netherlands to provide a cure and optimal quality of life for every child with cancer.

Rabobank
Rabobank is a cooperative bank. Rabobank wants to be a part of building a better living and working environment for and with its customers. Our prime mission is to help achieve our customers' ambitions. We also feel a sense of shared responsibility for our customers' growth.

Rad Power Bikes
The mission of Rad Power Bikes is to get more people on bikes. Rad Power Bikes develops and sells affordable electric bikes suitable for any activity - weekend trips with the family, a camping trip or your daily ride to work or school.

SHV
SHV is a family-owned, decentralised company active in energy distribution, cash-and-carry wholesale, heavy lifting and transport activities, industrial services, animal nutrition and aquafeed, exploration, development and production of oil and gas and providing private equity through its seven companies: SHV Energy, Makro, Mammoet, ERIKS, Nutreco, NPM Capital and ONE-Dyas. SHV employs more than 51,000 people and is present in 64 countries.
Collaborations - To improve the region as a welcoming place for internationals
The Utrecht Talent Alliance

The Utrecht Talent Alliance consists of regional representatives of employers in the largest shortage sectors, governments, knowledge and educational institutions, the UWV, Economic Board Utrecht and ROM Utrecht Region. We invite everyone with good ideas and initiatives to participate. Together we invest in a future-oriented workforce.
Utrecht Science Park

TOGETHER TOWARDS A HEALTHY, SUSTAINABLE SOCIETY
Utrecht Science Park is an innovative science community that aims to accelerate the development of a healthy, sustainable society.