Services

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The International Welcome Centre offers a wide range of free services for expats to help you settle in. After arriving, you will need to take care of some necessary formalities. We can help you in dealing with the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) and the municipality. We also offer guidance and information on living, working and studying in Utrecht Region in one-on-one sessions with our volunteers from ACCESS - a not-for-profit organisation providing no-cost services to internationals across the country. In addition, we organise events that offer advice and make you feel at home. You can learn more about these services below.

Please feel free to contact or visit us if you have any questions.

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Formalities

Before starting your new life in Utrecht Region, you need to deal with some necessary formalities. You can take these first essential steps at the International Welcome Centre.

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Via EBU

Soft landing

After you have sorted out the formalities, you may still have many questions about living in the Netherlands. No problem. We are here to provide you with the necessary information to help you settle in.

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Events

Throughout the year, the International Welcome Centre organises different types of events for internationals in Utrecht Region. View the varied schedule: fun get-togethers, informative lifestyle and career events and more.

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Our partners

Are you looking for reliable service providers who offer high-quality services in English? Our partners who are specialized in, among others, housing, education, employment and coaching, can help you out.

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