Fresh at Fontys - February

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  • Fresh at Engineering
  •   To prepare
    Welcome to Fontys! We are pleased that you have chosen one of the international Engineering study programmes (see below). We are looking forward to meeting you in person. To get you well prepared for your study at Fontys, we have gathered all information you need on this page. Please check this website regularly so you don't miss an update. If you still have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. See you soon!


    Engineering study programmes with start in February are:

    • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
    • Mechanical Engineering

    Get prepared to start your studies in February

    Below you will find practical information about e.g. your application, Fontys account, on campus WiFi, books and laptop requirements.

    Your application

    You have sent in your application for one of the international Bachelor Engineering programmes through the website studielink.nl and have received a confirmation e-mail from Studielink. In case you have registered for a Dutch Engineering programme click here.In Studielink you will find a 'To Do List' where you can check the actions you still need to complete. You will also receive information about your application from the administrative office.

    Our Student Admission Administration Officers will assist you in further follow-up actions. You can always contact them at studyengineering@fontys.nl. Please always mention your student number.

    Fontys offers prospective students a Study Choice Check to support them in their study orientation and study choice process. Participation in the Study Choice Check is not compulsory for students applying for admission on the basis of an international diploma.

    The main goal of the Study Choice Check is to determine how well your study programme suits your interests. This will benefit the chances of you enjoying your study time and succeeding at Fontys and ultimately also in your career. The Study Choice Check is a final confirmation to help you to decide. This will help you feel more confident, whatever your choice may be.

    If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact your study programme.

    The course of events surrounding the Study Choice Check and the study choice advice are detailed in the Study Choice Check rules. Specific details for each study programme are included in the Teaching and Examination Regulations of the study programme concerned.

    For EEA* prospective students, the Study Choice Check is strongly advised, but not compulsory. However, if you come from outside the EEA the study choice check is replaced by a questionnaire and an admission interview. This is a pilot and all non-EEA students have to fill out the questionnaire and attend the interview.
    For Dutch students following the international courses at Fontys Engineering the Study Choice Check is compulsory.

    *The countries included in the EEA are as follows: all EU countries, including Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Switzerland is also regarded as an EEA country. 

    The tuition fees indicator helps you to determine the tuition rate for your situation. The information and tuition rates from this indicator are without engagement.


    Statutory tuition fees and institutional tuition fees

    A distinction is made between statutory tuition fees and institutional tuition fees. Only if you satisfy all statutory requirements regarding your nationality and if you have not yet been awarded a degree, will you be eligible for statutory tuition fees. Via the tuition fees indicator, you can secure an indication of the type of tuition fees that will be applicable in your situation. To do so, please make use of the indicator above.

    Distinctions are made between the following types of Institutional Tuition Fees:

    • Low institutional tuition fees
    • High institutional tuition fees


    Different types of tuition fees and Exemption Regulations

    These different types of tuition fees and the Exemption Regulations are fully detailed in the:

        The amount to be paid may vary in accordance with the following situations:

        • If you have enrolled in more than one course programme (at Fontys and/or elsewhere), it is possible that you may only be obliged to pay one set of statutory tuition fees.
        • If you believe that you may be eligible to pay only the statutory tuition fees on the basis of information that may be unknown to us, please report this to your Course Department.
        • If it later transpires that you do not meet the requirements for statutory tuition fees, you will be obliged to pay the (higher) institutional tuition fees and if this is the case, you will be notified accordingly.

        How to pay tuition fees

        Please ensure that you have arranged the payment of your Tuition Fees prior to commencing your course programme(s). If you fail to do so, your (re-) enrolment will not be finalised and you will not be permitted to follow your chosen course programme(s). Please also note that if you are not enrolled, you will not be entitled to receive any student grants and/or loans.


        Digital Authorisation

        You pay your tuition fees via a digital (direct debit) authorisation, either all at once or in instalments (via Fontys). You can fill in your payment details via Studielink.

        • Start September: On or around 15 May, you can fill in your payment details via Studielink.
        • Start February: You can fill in your payment details via Studielink as soon as your enrolment request is processed by Fontys.

        More information about entering your payment details in Studielink can be found at info.studielink.nl/en. A lot of information can also be found in the Studielink Q&A - payment method section.

        Questions regarding Tuition Fee payments

        Using Studielink for the first time? Use this step-by-step plan where you will find more detailed descriptions.

        If you cannot find the answer to your question via Q&A, you will need to contact your course department. To be issued with a proof of payment document regarding your Tuition Fees (if you have enrolled in a course programme at Fontys and you have enrolled in a second course programme at another institute), you will also need to contact your course department.

        If someone else is paying your tuition fees, you can indicate this in Studielink. After completing your payment information, you will receive an email with a payment link that you must forward to the person who will pay tuition fees on your behalf. Using this payment link, the person enters their own payment information after which the tuition fees will be deducted from the specified account. More information on this can be found at info.studielink.nl/en and in the Studielink Q&A - payment method section.

        If you also want to attend a study programme at another higher education institution during an academic year and you are eligible for statutory tuition fees for both programmes, you only have to pay tuition fees once. Before starting your study programme, you can arrange for a Proof of Paid Tuition Fees through Studielink. For this, see the step-by-step plan 'Paying with Proof of Paid Tuition Fees' at info.studielink.nl/en.

        If it is not yet possible at the other educational institution to arrange a Proof of Paid Tuition Fees via Studielink, please contact your study programme at Fontys to request your Proof of Paid Tuition Fees.

        Are you already following a study programme at another educational institution and want a second enrolment at Fontys? If so, you can also arrange for a Proof of Paid Tuition Fees through Studielink. This document will then be sent to Fontys via Studielink. For this, see the step-by-step plan 'Paying with Proof of Paid Tuition Fees' at info.studielink.nl/en.

        If the other educational institution is unable to forward a Proof of Paid Tuition Fees through Studielink, please contact your study programme at the other educational institution.

        Two or more enrolments at Fontys

        If you are enrolled in two or more study programmes at Fontys, enter your payment information for Fontys once in Studielink and pay the total amount of tuition fees due for the various study programmes. When statutory tuition fees for all enrolments are concerned, you pay a total of one statutory tuition fee. An exception to this rule may apply to students who have already completed a degree and are paying statutory tuition fees. In cases such as this, please contact your study programme.

        Minor at Fontys

        What if you registered for a minor at Fontys? If so, you should send an original Proof of Paid Tuition Fees from the institution where you pay tuition before the start of your study programme. Please contact your study programme in this respect.

        If you have a Bank account number, of which the bank is not situated in one of the SEPA countries, but you have the nationality of one of the countries included in the EEA*, you will not be able to pay the tuition fee via a digital authorisation, but you will receive a payment agreement from Fontys. This payment agreement will be sent to your Fontys e-mail address and the e-mail address you indicated in Studielink. Please duly complete and sign this payment agreement before the start of your studies and send it to us by post. You will find the address at the bottom of the payment agreement.
        It is also possible to scan the completed and signed payment agreement and send it by e-mail to paymentsv@fontys.nl. Please only use this e-mail address for sending the payment agreement and not for sending other enrolment-related documents or questions. 

        *The countries included in the EEA are as follows: all EU countries, including Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Switzerland is also regarded as an EEA country. 

        If you have a Bank account number, of which the bank is not situated in one of the SEPA countries, and you are a national of a country outside the EEA without an address in The Netherlands, then you will receive a payment letter from Fontys via your course department.
        If your employer is prepared to pay your Tuition Fees, you will need to confirm the digital authorisation yourself in Studielink, using your own bank account number. In order to then claim reimbursement of these costs from your employer, you may request a proof of payment document from your Course Department. You may then submit this document with your claim for reimbursement to your employer. Fontys does not issue invoices to employers. If this is not sufficient for your employer, please contact your course department.
        If your Tuition Fees are to be paid on your behalf of UAF (The Foundation for Refugee Students), you must not submit a digital authorisation in Studielink. In this case, the payment will be arranged directly by the foundation.

        When you go to re-enrol, you may choose to reuse the digital direct debit authorisation for a previous academic year for the forthcoming academic year. If you choose this option, you don't need to enter any new payment information. You still have to indicate whether you want to pay in a lump sum or in instalments.

        If you don't want to reuse your details, you must enter new payment details in the usual way. Please note that this option is only available if you pay yourself via digital direct debit authorisation.

        If you have indicated in Studielink that you are paying yourself via a digital direct debit authorisation, you always have the option to change your account number in Studielink under the Payment tab.

        For more information on changing your payment details through Studielink, see the corresponding step-by-step plan at info.studielink.nl/en or the Studielink Q&A.

        If you are not yet 18 at the time you want to enter your payment details in Studielink, it is not possible to arrange a digital (direct debit) authorisation. This is because a digital (direct debit) authorisation is a contract with the bank and by law a person under the age of 18 may not enter into a contract with the bank. If this is the case, you have a number of other options for supplying your payment information.

        1. Someone else pays your tuition fees

        You indicate in Studielink that someone else is paying your tuition fees. See also the information under the heading Third party to pay Tuition Fees.

        2a. Start September: You turn 18 between 15 May and 1 September

        Will you be turning 18 between 15 May and 1 September? If so, wait to enter your payment information until after your 18th birthday. You can then arrange a digital (direct debit) authorisation without any problems and still be enrolled in time for the start of the academic year.

        2b. Start February: You turn 18 before 1 February?
        Will you be turning 18 before 1 February? If so, wait to enter your payment information until after your 18th birthday. You can then arrange a digital (direct debit) authorisation without any problems and still be enrolled in time for the start of the academic year.

        3. Payment by payment agreement

        If no one else can pay your tuition fees, you can pay yourself through a payment agreement by indicating in Studielink that your bank is not in a SEPA country. You must then transfer the full tuition fee amount to Fontys before the start of the study programme.


        When to pay tuition fees

        When to pay tuition

        If paying in instalments

        Collection will take place in a maximum of ten equal instalments on or around the 26th of the month. Depending upon the processing time required after your enrolment, the direct debit may need to be moved to the following month. If so, the amount outstanding will then be divided and added to the remaining instalments to be executed until and including the June instalment.

        Please note: In relation to the paying in instalments facility, an Administration Fee per Academic Year will be payable. This fee will be debited to your account together with the first instalment payable.

        If paying the full sum in a single payment

        If you commence your studies on 1 September, the direct debit pertaining to your Tuition Fees will be executed on or around 25 September. If you commence your studies after 1 September, the direct debit will be executed on or around the 26th of the month in which you commence your studies.

        Using the tuition fees indicator, you can determine which tuition rate applies to you. The amounts mentioned are for the entire year (12 months). If you start mid-term or in February, you will only pay for the number of months you are enrolled.

        Please note:If you have submitted your ‘Request for Enrolment’ after the date upon which the last direct debit was to be executed (i.e. on or around 25 June), payment of the full sum in a single payment will be the only option possible.

        In all cases (i.e. paying in instalments or in a single payment), prior to the execution of each direct debit, you will be sent a message in which you will be advised of the exact date upon which the direct debit is to be executed.

        If the whole amount, or an instalment (only possible when paying via a digital authorisation), cannot be directly debited, a Payment Reminder will be sent to you.
        If payment is still not made within the specified term, a payment demand will follow. If the payment demand relates to tuition fees, and payment is still not made within 14 days following the date of the payment demand, Fontys will terminate your registration by the second month following the date of the payment demand. When you receive this payment demand, your Fontys account will be blocked simultaneously. As soon as Fontys has received your payment, your account will be accessible within a few working days.

        For all your questions related to enrolment procedures, visa, housing, enrolment for exams, picking up documents etc.

        Nexus Building (at Campus TU/e)

        De Rondom 1, room 0.47
        Email: studyengineering@fontys.nl
        Telephone: +31-(0)885077333
        Whatsapp: +31-(0)6-38070029

        Opening hours

        Monday-Friday
        08.30 - 12.00 hrs
        12.30 - 16.00 hrs

        Account and IT information

        After applying you received an e-mail from us with your personal login details. Sender e-mail: 'no-reply@fontys.nl'. Subejct e-mail: 'Fontys account creatie/creation'. Please save this e-mail carefully, you will need it!

        For practically all online services at Fontys you have to sign in with your Fontys account. This account is a username and password combination. Your user name contains a PCN (Personal Communication Number) and the domain: '@student.fontys.nl'.

        Being able to work and study securely is of the utmost importance at Fontys. That is why we continuously work on improving information security. We switched to a new way of signing in at Fontys: in addition to your username and password, you will also use an extra step as verification (multifactor authentication).

        Eduroam (education roaming) is a service which enables students, researchers and staff to securely access the wireless internet at the Fontys campus and whilst visiting other participating institutions, using the username and login provided by Fontys. 

        Advice: Install the setting of eduroam on your private laptop, smartphone and tablet, at home according to the instructions. All will be set and ready to go when you arrive at the Fontys campus.

        Short steps

        1. Use your data connection or connect your device with an available WIFI network. At Fontys you can use: Fontys_WIFI_start
        2. Scan the QR-code or use a browser (Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer) to access the website: http://wifi.fontys.nl
        3. Read the instructions and follow them step by step
        4. When requested: fill in your Fontys credentials <PCN>@student.fontys.nl
        5. The correct settings will be downloaded. You will still be asked to typ your Fontys password (associated with your PCN)
        6. After this steps all will be set and you are connected with eduroam.

        FontysConnect, the intranet site of Fontys, is used to make (digital) information available, to share documents, to work together and as a search centre. Everyone with a Fontys account has access. If you log in to the Fontys website with your Fontys account you will land on your personal Connect page. From there you can access the various pages.

        How do I get the card?

        The student card is proviced once free of charge at the beginning of or during the academic year to all students who register for the first time at Fontys University of Applied Sciences. You will receive a student card when you are registered and you have uploaded a passport photo via www.fontyskaart.nl.

        To upload your photo, click on the photobox on the page and follow the instructions on the screen.

        It is most convenient if you have your student card right from the start of the educational year. It is best to apply for the card as soon as you know what is your address in the Netherlands.

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        When do I need a student card?

        • As proof of identity at Fontys Universities; in order to prove who you are when requested (for example at exams).
        • Logging on to the Canon printers.
        • Access control; students can use the card to gain entry to buildings on Fontys property and at automated barriers.
        • Lockers; the student card can be used for the lockers in some Fontys buildings.
        • For the loan of equipment from the media libraries.

        Fontys provides you with ‘@student.fontys.nl’ email address. You can log in with your Fontys account. When you start your studies at Fontys, we will no longer send e-mails to your private email address, but instead only use your Fontys email address. Make sure you check this account regularly!

        iPhone and iPad

        • Choose: Outlook for iOS in the Apple Store and install the app.
        • Add account and fill in your email address (name@student.fontys.nl)
        • Open verificator and you will be directed to the Fontys inlog page
        • Remove the email address and fill in your Fontys credentials:
          username: *PCN*@student.fontys.nl
          Password: the password to your Fontys account
        • Skip the First Run Experience
        • Enable Notifications
        • Tap Allow 'Outlook can send you messages"

        Android phones and tablets

        • Settings > Accounts & Synchronisation > Add Account > Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync.

        • Fill in the required details:

          Domain          : The domain students use is: BERGEN. When domain is optional, leave this field blank. Some devices require the notation domain\username in one field. In that case write down: BERGEN\<PCN>.
          Username:
          Your username is: <PCN>@student.fontys.nl. Some devices require the notation domain\username in one field. In that case write down: BERGEN\<PCN>.
          Emailadress:
          Write down your Fontys emailadress: <emailalias>@student.fontys.nl
          Password:
          The password to your Fontys account.
          Server:
          If your device asks for this, write down outlook.fontys.nl

        StudentApp

        The StudentApp 'MijnFontys' shows you your studyresults, important messages and news. As a student you receive push notificatons about schedule changes, grades and a calendar with important dates, for example exams, internships, submit assignments etc. (depending on whether your department made it available in the app).

        The Fontys Student app ​​contains the following functionalities: timetables, study results and news. You will also find useful links and more information about help during your studies here.

        Login with your Fontys credentials ([PCN]@student.fontys.nl and password) and easily add or change your timetable(s) yourself.

        Questions about the Student App? 

        Mail: studentenapp@fontys.nl or call the IT Servicedesk (+318850 77777).

        For questions about your schedule and study, please contact the secretary of your department.

        If you click the button below you will find English information and manuals on various IT topics. You'll be able to find information about the Fontys network, printing, storage, mail, etcetera. You can also find the contact details of our IT Servicedesk here.

        All Fontys departments (including teachers and staff) will only use your Fontys e-mail addresses to send you information.
        Therefore, make sure that you check your mailbox regularly!

        Study materials

        We recommend you to use a laptop. There are general minimum requirements that the laptop must meet in order to participate in the study. We do not recommend that you purchase a Chromebook, it does not meet the minimum requirements.

        Software deals for education

        SURFspot is the ultimate non-profit ICT online store. SURFspot offers an educational discount on software, hardware and online educational resources.

        So how does it work?
        Go to SURFspot.nl and log in using your Fontys account (PCN@student.fontys.nl + password)

        Learning materials for the international Engineering studies with starting moment February 2024 will be published around December 2023.
        You can order your books at any (online) bookstore. Readers are offered digitally via the Canvas module of each study programme.

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        Working with other students in a group teaches you to be more collaborative, outgoing and respectful of others work and opinions."
        Student about her experiences

      •   Starting your studies

        Starting your studies

        When starting your studies at Fontys, it is nice to know when we expect to meet you on campus for the first time and what you will experience in the first months at Fontys Engineering.

        For a successful enrollment it is necessary that you come to the Student Administration office in person to show your original diploma from your previous education with the corresponding list of grades. This is an important condition to complete your enrollment before you can start your studies and get access to the learning environment.

        The date of the Diploma-check Day will be anounced around December 2023.

        Student Administration offce:
        Nexus Building - room 0.47
        De Rondom 1
        Eindhoven

        If you do not manage to come to the Student Administration office on this day, please make an appointment for another moment.

        For last-minute admission questions please contact us:

        Email: studyengineering@fontys.nl
        Telephone: +31-(0)885077333
        Whatsapp: +31-(0)6-38070029

        Before your studies start, you'll first take part in the introduction days. During these days, getting to know each other is key. There will be a combined introduction of all Engineering students starting in February, so you will meet people from the Dutch study programmes and other international study programmes.

        Get to know your course and make friends for life

        You get to know your fellow students and meet friends for life. You will be introduced to your study programme and study city. You will eat together, discover the city together, get to know each other and the study programme, make memories together and much more... What that will look like, what you need, where you need to be, who you can contact, you can find all that on special website pages which will be published around December 2023.

        On XXX you will officially start your studies with a gathering for the first years students. Attendance is obligatory. You will receive information regarding the first lesson week, such as your lesson schedule and orientation. You will also meet your study supervisor, some of your teachers, and your classmates. Please carefully look where and at what time you start as each study programme has its own start!  
        In case you will start a Dutch study programme, please click here.

        Information about your first day in class will be published around December 2023.

        > Electrical & Electronic Engineering

        Date:
        Time:
        Room:
        Address: Fontys School of Engineering, Nexus building, De Rondom 1, 5612 AP Eindhoven

        > Mechanical Engineering

        Date:
        Time:
        Room:
        Address: Fontys School of Engineering, Nexus building, De Rondom 1, 5612 AP Eindhoven

        If you want to plan holidays or other activities, it is useful to know when there are no classes.

        Download Engineering calendar 2023 - 2024
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        Before starting, I couldn't have imagined neither all the ups, neither the downs that awaited me. But if I could, I would do it again."
        Alumnus about his experiences

      •   Community

        Join our community

        Fontys Engineering offers you several ways for you to become part of our community. It is up to you to join, but we highly recommend it. There is no better way to get to know your future classmates before you even set one foot on campus!

        By joining our student association, you will have the opportunity to meet many new people. Innovum is a young, active study association for all the Engineering courses of Fontys in Eindhoven. The association organises the introduction for new students, various excursions, lectures, student tutoring, a study trip, parties and activities which help improve the relationships between students. It improves the study time on both formal and informal level and makes it a lot more interesting. Furthermore, Innovum tries to be the connecting element between education and business. 

        If you are interested in more detailed stories from international students or want to get in touch with one or more of them, check out this page.

      •   Personal support

        Personal support

        To give you a good start at your study, you will be in close contact with a student coach. He or she is your first point of contact for all practical and study questions, follows your achievements and gives valuable tips and advice where necessary.

        We also advise you to bookmark the webpage Fontys helps. This platform offers practical information, personal support when you need extra guidance and useful links. But also interesting initiatives for you to join.

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        Fontys Helps

        Fontys has an online platform that offers all kinds of practical information, personal support when you are in need of extra guidance and useful links. Bookmark Fontys Helps

        Student counseling Bèta Ritme

        Student counselling Bèta Ritme is especially for Engineering students. Bèta Ritme offers coaching around various themes, such as planning, motivation, procrastination or stress. Besides this, Bèta Ritme also offers help in the step towards an internship or work. Coaching from Bèta Ritme is free of charge for Fontys Engineering students.

        Read more about Bèta Ritme

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        Team Bèta Ritme

      •   Your stay in the Netherlands
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        Your stay in the Netherlands

        There is a lot to see and experience in the Netherlands. Here you'll find a lot of information about studying at Fontys, accommodation and also practical information like enrolling, visa, finances etc.

      •     Preparing your stay in the Netherlands
      •       Finance and housing
        It is very exciting to study in another country and an experience of a lifetime, but it is also a big step. We have tried to put everything you need to know about studying in Eindhoven in one place to help you get started. Are you still unsure about something? Make sure to get in touch, we are here to help you.

        Finance and housing

        It's very important to look into student accommodation on time. Besides that, make sure to check out the information about opening a Dutch bank account if you don't have one already.

        Information about opening a bank account in the Netherlands

        This text addresses a few financial aspects typical for the Netherlands, which could make your stay a lot easier.

        Why a Dutch bank account?

        A Dutch bank account helps you with your financial needs in The Netherlands during your stay. More specifically it enables you:

        • To pay the annual tuition fee for your study in equal instalments (for instance, per month)
        • Pay the rent of your room automatically every month
        • Make low value payments in shops, at school (canteen), vendor machines etc
        • To do PIN transactions in the Netherlands, free of charge
        • The bank card enables use of ATMs and payments all over the world
        • Easy internet banking, which is included in your bank account application.

        How to open a Dutch bank account?

        Visit the banks of your choice and provide the following documents:

        • Your valid passport, of which a photocopy will be made
        • A proof of enrolment or registration at Fontys
        • Your residence permit for the Netherlands or the approval letter of the Dutch Immigration Service (IND) in case you do not have your residence permit card yet.
        • Your citizen registration number (BSN). You have received this number at your registration at the City hall. Or you will receive it shortly after your registration. Some banks allow you to hand in the BSN later (max 6 weeks)
        • Proof of your address (copy rental contract of your room)
        • If you do not have a BSN number fill in Tax of Identification Number / Social Security Number home land.

        Note:

        In case you are a minor (<18) opening a bank account will not be easy. Bring the personal data of one of your parents, a home address and an email address. You are allowed to hand in your citizen registration number (BSN) at a later moment. If you have a birth certificate with you it will be of help.

        Further instructions will be provided by the bank of your choice:

        Rabobank

        Office Eindhoven
        Emmasingel 4,
        5611 AZ Eindhoven

        ING Bank

        Office Eindhoven
        Nieuwstraat 1-5,
        5611 DA Eindhoven

        ABN-Amro bank

        Office Eindhoven
        Vestdijk 18,
        5611 CC Eindhoven

        Please note!

        Available student housing is limited, so read this information carefully and take action today to find your accommodation.

        If you are unable to secure suitable accommodation by the beginning of the academic year, we strongly advise you not to come to the Netherlands.

        Before starting your study at Fontys, you must find suitable housing. Unfortunately, it is not easy for international students to find accommodation in the Netherlands due to the housing crisis. Start your accommodation search early. Please be aware that finding a place to live is your own responsibility.

        Although Fontys does not have its own campus dorms, we cooperate with several accommodations agencies and landlords (further on this website referred to as housing agencies). Through such cooperation, Fontys can provide students with guidance in finding accommodation for the first semester or academic year at Fontys. Please note that applying for accommodation through Fontys does not automatically guarantee housing and after the deadline we can't accept new applications.

        Check out these tips

        • Fontys can offer housing for a limited number of students. Fill in the application form before the 15th of June (Fall semester) the 8th of December (Spring semester). The form will be online in April 2023
        • You can find a room through (commercial) housing agencies in the city you want to study in.
        • If you know students that already study at Fontys, make sure to ask for their help.
        • Expand your search. Don’t just look for a room in the city but also in villages nearby.
        • Post a message on social media that you are looking for housing.
        • Beware of scammers. Check our tips to prevent scams.
        • Listen to the experiences of international students in the Nuffic podcast 'Finding student housing in the Netherlands'.

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        Need help?

        Get in touch with Student Administration International.

        internationalstudents@fontys.nl

        Although Fontys does not have its own campus dorms, it has established cooperations with a number of different accommodations agencies and landlords (further on this website referred to as housing agency). Through such cooperations, Fontys can provide students with guidance in finding accommodation for the first semester or academic year at Fontys.Unfortunately Fontys can only guarantee housing for a limited number of students. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you keep on trying to find a room yourself and start your search process well in time.

        The deadline to hand in your accommodation form is the 15th of June if you start in September or the 8th of December if you start in February. If you are not admissible to the study of your choice, your request for accommodation will be cancelled without charge. Keep us informed if you have found your own accommodation. If you cancel your registration before the deadline, there will be no financial consequences.

        Our department International students will do its utmost to find accommodation but . Only after the deadline has passed, Fontys will inform you whether a room will be offered to you.

        Please note that it is not possible to view your future accommodation before signing your rental agreement. However, Fontys guarantees minimum quality standards for all accommodation.

        • Read the General information on Accommodation and the Terms and conditions.
        • Fill in and send the accommodation form before the deadline: Fall semester 15 June, Spring semester 8 December.
        • You will receive a confirmation on receipt of the accommodation form
        • Only after the deadline has passed, will Fontys inform you whether a room will be offered to you.
        • You will receive detailed information about the housing agency 4 weeks before start of study at the latest.
        • The Housing agency will contact you.
        • Transfer the required amount of rent + deposit before arrival to housing agency (no payment = no entrance accommodation, but still the obligation to close rental contract)
        • Accommodation is available on the agreed date.
        • You are obliged to accept and pay for the offered room for the whole period. For bachelor students this means one academic year, for exchange student one (or two) semester(s). In the spring semester it is only possible to apply for one semester.
        • Fontys can only guarantee housing for a limited number of students. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you keep on trying to find a room yourself and start your search process well in time.
        • Mail to internationalstudents@fontys.nl for further questions.
        General information, terms and conditions

        As Fontys cooperates with a number of different housing agencies and as each party has different standards, the student rooms available vary widely in terms of appearance, size and rental fees. Although it is not possible for students to select the rooms and/or rental fees of their preference, all accommodation arranged by Fontys satisfies the minimum Quality standards of the accommodation. However, stay on the safe side and count on a rental fee of € 600 per month!

        Please take into account that – in relation to guarantees – your housing agency will normally request an advance payment of the following items: Two month terms of rental fees and a refundable deposit, usually to the amount of one month of rental fees, as a security bond in relation to any possible damage to the accommodation. Exchange students sometimes need to pay the full semester in advance.

        Eindhoven

        The average fee to rent a standard student room is between EUR 450 and EUR 600 per month. A standard room means you have to share facilities like the shower, toilet and kitchen.

        The semi-studio has its own facilities (e.g. own shower and toilet but shared kitchen) The price can vary up to EUR 700.

        The independent studio has its private facilities. price is EUR 780. Only for Bachelor students available. It is possible to apply for housing allowance.

        Once you have applied to Fontys for accommodation assistance, you will be obliged to accept and pay for the accommodation offered. Unfortunately Fontys can only guarantee housing for a limited number of students. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you keep on trying to find a room yourself. Keep us informed if you have found your own accommodation.

        Keep in mind, if you decide to firstly look for your own accommodation, you should take into account that after the deadline (as stipulated in the Accommodation Form), you will no longer be eligible to apply for accommodation assistance via Fontys! If you wish to arrange your own accommodation, without assistance from Fontys, you will be responsible for paying potential additional costs that may be charged by commercial accommodation agencies. A listing of commercial accommodation agencies is included below.

        If you wish to arrange your own accommodation, without assistance from Fontys, you will be responsible for paying potential additional costs that may be charged by commercial accommodation agencies. A listing of commercial accommodation agencies is included below.

        Eindhoven

          Overall

            Can Fontys help me to find an accommodation?

            Due to the housing crisis in the Netherlands, there are not enough student accommodation available. Fontys University of Applied Sciences (Fontys) offers a service to help students find suitable furnished housing for the first period of their studies at Fontys. The deadline to hand in your accommodation form is 15 June if you start in September or the 8 December if you start in February. Fontys can only guarantee housing for a limited number of students, so in the meantime it is important to search for an accommodation by yourself. If you find a place by yourself please inform us by writing an email to internationalstudents@fontys.nl .

            When will I be informed about the details of my accommodation arranged by Fontys?

            Only after the deadline has passed, Fontys will inform you whether a room will be offered to you. No later than three weeks before the start of your study at Fontys, we will inform you about the housing agency you have been assigned to. We will inform you about the procedure to book the room and at what date the room will be available. In some cases, an accommodation agency will issue a student with a login account to give access to their booking system, via which it will be possible for the student to select from the range of accommodation available via the agency’s website. In other cases, an accommodation agency will contact the student to inform him/her of the specific accommodation available.
            In August the accommodation will be available as from 2-3 weeks prior to your commencement of studies at Fontys. In January/February the accommodation will be available just a few days before the start of your studies.

            When will I be informed in case Fontys can not help me finding a room?

            Although our department International students will do its utmost to find accommodation for everyone, we do not have enough rooms to offer to all new students. Your application will be processed on a first come first served basis and a complete enrolment process. So mind the deadlines.If Fontys doesn't have a room available for you, you will be informed ultimately in the last week of June/December.

            What happens if I am not admissible to the study?

            If you are not admissible to the study of your choice, your request for accommodation will be cancelled without charge. Please inform us by writing an email to internationalstudents@fontys.nl .

            Will I be able to share accommodation with a friend?

            No, it is not possible to share a room or a studio with a friend. But at the bottom of the accommodation form, you may submit your ‘preference’ to be in the same accommodation with a certain person. We cannot guarantee that your preferences will be met, but we will certainly try to meet your request. With regard to the range of accommodation that we have available, please note that all accommodation is offered on a ‘first in, first served’ basis.

            I submitted an Accommodation Form to Fontys, but then I found my own accommodation. Can I cancel my application for accommodation assistance with Fontys?

            You can cancel the application only BEFORE you have been assigned to an accommodation. Please send an email to internationalstudents@fontys.nl to cancel the application. If you cancel the accommodation after you have been assigned to an agency, the accommodation will stay empty and you would still have to pay for rent.

            After I have been assigned to an accommodation agency, can I switch to another accommodation agency?

            No, you cannot switch to another accommodation agency. When we have assigned all students to their accommodation agencies, all available rooms will be allocated to those students. Therefore, switching to another accommodation agency is not possible.

            As I will be arriving a few weeks after the commencement date of my rental contract, will I have to pay for the days during which I have not yet occupied my room?

            Yes, you will have to pay for all days as from the commencement of your rental contract, which has a fixed commencement date. By signing the Accommodation Form, you declare that you will accept and pay for a room as from a specified date. If you decide to arrive at a later date, you will still be obliged to pay the rental fee as from the commencement date of the rental contract.

            I will arrive a few days before my rental contract commences. Will I be able to occupy my accommodation earlier than scheduled?

            No, your accommodation will not available prior to the agreed commencement date of your rental contract. If you need a place to stay until that date, you will need to book a room at a hotel, or a B&B (Bed & Breakfast). For further information, please refer to the section, Commercial housing agencies and other parties.

            When I have arrived, if I discover that I do not like my room, will I be able to switch to another room?

            No, unless your room does not meet the requirements.

            If I have a problem with my accommodation agency/landlord, will Fontys solve this for me?

            Legally, Fontys will not be one of the parties to the rental contract, which will be between you and the accommodation agency. Therefore, any complaints and problems concerning your accommodation should be reported to your accommodation agency/landlord. However, if your problem is not resolved, or if you need a helping hand, you may contact a Fontys Accommodation Officer and he/she will try to provide you with appropriate advice/assistance.

            May I leave my accommodation prior to the termination date of my rental contract?

            No, you may not vacate your accommodation prior to the agreed termination date of your rental contract. As you have signed a rental contract, you will be responsible for the payment of the rental fee associated with your accommodation. However, if you pay the rental fees in full up to and including the agreed termination date, of course, you will be able to vacate your accommodation.

            What will happen if I am unable to pay my rent?

            When you apply for accommodation assistance via Fontys, you are required to sign in agreement to a maximum monthly rental. As such, we will assume that you are fully aware, in advance, of the expenses associated with renting accommodation. Therefore, you will remain responsible for the monthly payment of your rental fees.

            Can I select my preferred accommodation?

            In general, it is not possible to select the specific accommodation of your choice. Fontys will decide which student will be assigned to which accommodation agency. However, most accommodation agencies have software available that will allow a student to ‘view’ a student room before accepting it.

            What will be in my room and what should I bring?

            Your room will have certain characteristics, which have been listed under the section, quality standards of the accommodation. Items that you may wish to bring with you, or purchase locally, would include your personal belongings, towels, soap and detergent, food, toilet paper, et cetera.

            What happens after the first semester/ academic year?

            If you are staying longer than one academic year you need to find an accommodation on your own. Start searching on time. Do not forget to inform the municipality about your new address.
            If you are an exchange student you will probably leave the Netherlands after a semester. You need to deregister at the municipality. Note: The landlord of your room can ask you for proof of deregistration at the municipality as a condition to get your deposit back.

            My question is not listed here. Whom can I contact for further assistance?

            If the answer to your question is not included here, please do not hesitate to contact Team International Students by e-mail, via internationalstudents@fontys.nl.

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          •       To arrange

            Things you need to arrange before living and studying in the Netherlands

            Healthcare in the Netherlands

            Healthcare in the Netherlands ranks amongst the best in the world, giving people access to the most advanced treatments and preventative care. Some things, however, may be arranged in a different way than you are used to.

            The biggest difference will be the central role of the General Practitioner (GP), in Dutch called the huisarts.

            Your GP is the key to the Dutch world of medicine. The GP treats patients for basic problems and can answer most of your general health questions. (S)he will also perform, for example, standard gynecological or pediatric examinations. Your GP will also serve as your link to most other services, such as hospitalization, specialists, home nursing midwifery and physiotherapy. If you call the GP’s office to make an appointment, the GP’s assistant will ask questions to determine the urgency of your situation. The GP’s assistant is a professional and has an obligation of secrecy. Asking questions is done only to have the patient and the doctor better prepared, to suggest alternatives, like a consultation by phone or video, or in some cases, to check if more immediate action is required. If your GP cannot diagnose or treat a problem (s)he will refer you to a specialist. Your GP will usually provide you a letter of referral to be given to the specialist, whom you in turn will call for an appointment. You can however, visit other primary care providers, such as a midwife, physiotherapist or dentist without a referral from your GP.

            Most medicines require a prescription from your GP after a personal consultation, since they can be potentially harmful. However, after a consultation, it is possible you will receive a diagnosis but no medication. Dutch physicians believe it is often best to let an illness run its course without expensive and potentially dangerous tests and medication.

            It is strongly recommended to register with a GP in your area as soon as you are settled.

            Note: You are obliged to be health insured in the Netherlands.

            Important links

            Healthcare insurance ​​​​​​​​​​​​​

            By law, you must have an adequate healthcare insurance, to make sure that you are properly insured during your stay. The type of healthcare insurance you need depends on your personal situation. European (EEA) students should ask their​ own health insurance provider if the existing health insurance policy offers sufficient coverage for medical expenses in the Netherlands. You have to complete your insurance package to cover liability and repatriation. Students from Europe having an EHIC card have to check if this insurance will be valid the entire periode of the stay abroad. This is often not the case.

            Fontys recommends the international student-minded health insurance company InsureToStudy One of the many advantages (different to other companies) is that you don't need to declare the costs of your GP visit, because the invoice will be send directly to the insurance. Besides that ITS also reimburses if a student consults a digital doctor.

            As a Fontys student you will get a discount!
            This insurance covers healthcare, extraordinary costs, repatriation, liability, accidents, legal aid and baggage & household goods. This offer is accessible for all international Fontys students who wish to apply for this insurance or want to change their current insurance. If you apply through this link you will receive the discount automatically. You have to fill in the institution code "FONTYSITS" and you have to use your @student.fontys.nl email address. If you have questions about the insurance you can contact insureToStudy through mail: info@insuretostudy.com or call 0031 70 2051860.

            New Non European students are, at least for their first year, obliged to take out the InsureToStudy Master Plan+ insurance which is part of the Fontys Visa procedure.
            The Master Plan + insurance offers a very comprehensive coverage relative to the Master Plan insurance. The Master Plan + insurance includes conditions which already exists prior to applying for this insurance, for instance asthma, diabetes, eczema, migraines, but also disadvantages have continued from previous operations. You can even apply for this insurance if you think you're suffering from the coronavirus. The Master Plan + insurance can be applied for by yourself, only by this link.

            The Master Plan does not cover existing conditions and disadvantages, this concerns the costs that were to be reasonably expected at the start of the insurance.

            Note: You are not allowed to take out a public Dutch health insurance if you are in the Netherlands for study purposes only.


            If you cause an accident and someone is injured or if you damage someone's property, you are responsible for paying all the costs of the accident. You might, for example, break something in your rented room. Or, on a more serious note, you might cause a road accident. Accidents like these can be very expensive. You are therefore strongly advised to take out a good liability insurance policy, which will cover the costs in many cases.

            Repatriation means returning to your home country. If anything (serious illness or accident) happ​​ens to you in The Netherlands, your insurance should cover the costs of repatriation of yourself (e.g. for treatment required in your home country), or having your parents travel to join you here. Repatriation is also covered for family member in the 1st and 2nd degree by death or very serious illness It would be wise to have an insurance policy covering these costs.

            Be sure to extend your insurance in time. If your current insurance is not InsureToStudy and you want to profit the benefits of the ITS insurance you can easy change your insurance.

            Contact ITS

            Mail: info@insuretostudy.com
            WhatsApp: +316 36264401
            Phone: +3170 2051860

            If you have a student job or a paid internship you are obliged to take out a Dutch basic healthcare insurance. If you already have an InsureToStudy insurance (or if you are willing to take out one), you can profit a very low priced Dutch basic healthcare insurance combination with Hollandzorg.

            Apply here for Hollandzorg.

            Read more about the Dutch basic healthcare insurance.

            Start your preparations early

            The Fontys University of Applied Sciences has an agreement with the Dutch Immigration & Naturalisation Service (the ‘IND’) to apply for Entry Visas and Residence Permits on behalf of its students. The required procedure will be commenced before you travel to the Netherlands. Although the ‘IND’ generally processes applications within two-three weeks, we recommend that you start the process early, i.e. approximately three months before you plan to enter the Netherlands, as it may take some time for you to gather all of the required documentation. You will find more information in this brochure: Coming to study in the Netherlands.

            To enter the Netherlands for the purpose of studying, you may require a visa and/or a residence permit, depending on the following factors

            • Your nationality, i.e. as stated in your passport.
            • The duration of your stay, i.e. for less or more than three months.
            • The purpose of your stay, i.e. we assume that you intend coming to the Netherlands to study, or for a preparatory year.

            Entry Visa / Authorisation for Temporary Stay (‘MVV’)

            All non-EU/EEA students entering the Netherlands will require an Entry Visa (‘MVV’), except nationals from Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, New Zealand, South Korea, the UK, the USA and Vatican City State. This Entry Visa is a sticker that is placed in your passport and is issued by the Dutch embassy or consulate in your country of origin.

            Additional conditions for students of the following nationalities:

            Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Cameroon and Nigeria.

            Students of these nationalities have to be aware they have to transfer the full refundable amount of the living expenses to the bank account of Fontys. Proof by financial documents you have access to this amount will not be accepted.

            If you are staying in the Netherlands for more than four months you will need to go to the city council and register as a new resident of the town where you are living. Registration regulations may vary from one council to another.

            When registering with your local council, you are automatically issued a BSN. BSN is short for Burger Service Nummer, which translates as ‘citizen service number’. The BSN is equivalent to a social security number: a unique registration number for every citizen, used in contacts with any government service. Various people may ask for your BSN. If you have a job, your employer will need to know your BSN. When you open a bank account the bank will also ask for your BSN.

            Some study departments arrange the appointment for international students. Please check with your study department if you need to make the appointment yourself or if they will arrange it for you.

            Bring the following documents to the appointment

            • A valid passport
            • Original birth certificate or original legalised true copy of the birth certificate (not older than six months). If your birth certificate was not issued in the Dutch, English, French or German language, you will also need to submit a sworn translation. Additional stamps, from the government of the country which issued the birth certificate, might be required. In order to confirm which legalisation you are required to have, you must contact the Dutch Embassy or Consulate in your own country. Please check https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl to find details of your local Embassy or Consulate
            • Proof of civil status only in case you are married, divorced or a widow(er). In Venlo it’s always necessary to bring a proof of civil status
            • Rental agreement for your room in the Netherlands
            • Declaration of acceptance by Fontys University of Applied Sciences
            • Print of the approval letter of the Dutch Immigration Service (IND) if applicable

                If you are going to change your address or move to another city do not forget to inform the municipality. If your study period ends and you want to leave the Netherlands, you have to deregister.

                Note: The landlord of your room can ask you for proof of deregistration at the municipality as a condition to get your deposit back.

                Extra information for students from China

                Chinese students are required to bring the following documents in addition:

                • Legalized notarized declaration* which includes family name, given names, date of birth, place of birth, name of father and name of mother and a notarized certified true copy of the document or documents on which the notary has based his statement regarding the birth and the data of the parents.

                Documents that will be accepted:

                • Hukou of the parents in which the birth of the child is registered and a declaration of the hospital which explicitly states that this statement can be used for the registration of the birth in the Hukou registry;
                • A statement from the Public Security Bureau where the requested data prove out;
                • Notarized certified copy of the updated and complete Hukou of the child itself.
                This should be done as soon as possible, as the legalisation process can take a number of months.

                Information about legalisation of foreign documents for use in the Netherlands.

                Work permit

                If you want to work during your studies while staying in the Netherlands, there are some things to keep in mind.

                Are you from the EU/EEA or Switzerland? If you are from the EU/EEA or Switzerland you are free to work without restrictions. You do not need a work permit and there are no restrictions regarding working hours.

                Are you from outside Europe? If you are not from the EU/EEA or Switzerland, there are some restrictions if you want to work alongside your studies. You can either work for a maximum of 16 hours a week during the year, or you can work fulltime during the months of June, July and August, but only with a work permit.

                Your employer has to apply for your work permit (Tewerkstellingsvergunning or short the TWV) at least 5 weeks prior to the start of your employment. The application is free of charge. You cannot apply for the permit yourself. The organization that issues work permits is called the Employee Insurance Agency (UWV). The work permit application must be accompanied by a copy of your residence permit for study purposes and a statement from your education institution confirming that you are enrolled as a student at that institution.

                In the case of students seeking to work part-time alongside their studies, there is a simplified application procedure whereby the UWV does not have to perform all the checks stipulated in the Foreign Nationals Employment Act (Wet arbeid vreemdelingen, WAV). Employers are not always aware of this simplified procedure and may therefore be wary about applying for a work permit. There is no need for this, however. 

                This is the website (wwww.werk.nl) for your employer to apply for your work permit as a work student. 

                The Inspectorate SZW carries out inspections to check whether work permits were issued. If they were not issued this constitutes illegal employment, which is a violation of the Foreign Nationals Employment Act and punishable with severe fines for your employer and the risk for you to lose your residence permit.

                Note: As soon as you have a (part-time) job, you are required to have a Dutch public health insurance

                In addition to your studies, you are allowed to work in the Netherlands as a self employed individual, as long as you continue to meet the requirements for your residence permit for study. There is no limit to the amount of hours that you are allowed to work as a self employed individual. Also, you do not need a working permit (TWV).

                You do need to register your company in the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (Kamer van Koophandel). You need to pay taxes yourself. Whether it is compulsory for you to take out Dutch public healthcare insurance depends on your situation. To find out,  you can undergo a Wlz review carried out by the SVB.

                The employer does not need to apply for a work permit for you. The employer must, however, be able to present an internship agreement to the Labour Inspectorate, upon request.

                You are legally obliged to sign an internship agreement with your higher education institution and internship employer. We strongly advise you to use the standard internship agreement for non-EU-EEA students drawn up by Nuffic in consultation with the Dutch government.

                student trainee agreement (three party contract)

                Note: If you are doing an internship for which you are paid at least as much as the Dutch minimum wage, you are subject to compulsory insurance under the Wlz scheme. Check this explanation of the minimum wage. If you receive expenses this will also count as remuneration for your internship. Contact the SVB (Sociale Verzekeringsbank), which is the organisation that implements national insurance schemes in the Netherlands and start the Wlz assessment when you are in doubt. 

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              •       Checklist arrival in the Netherlands

                Checklist arrival in the Netherlands

                For all international students, EU and Non EU-students

                Important documents / useful items
                • Valid passport (including visa, if needed);
                • Sufficient funds for the expenses that you will incur during the first month of your stay. You will need to take into account payment for your accommodation (including a security deposit) and your general living expenses;
                • Medical records;
                • Arrange health, liability and repatriation insurance (for EEA students);
                • Important addresses and telephone numbers (e.g. contact numbers for Fontys, your accommodation, your country’s embassy, et cetera);
                • The original diploma and certified copies diploma and grade list both in original language and translation (if applicable, joined by a translation made by a sworn translator);
                • Arrange accommodation (only if you haven't applied for accommodation via Fontys);
                • Proof of vaccination.

                Important documents you will need to register at the City Hall

                • Proof of civil status only in case you are married, divorced or a widow(er);
                • Rental agreement for the room in the Netherlands;
                • Copy of admission letter of Fontys University of Applied Sciences;
                • Original birth certificate or original legalised true copy of the birth certificate (not older than six months) If your birth certificate was not issued in the Dutch, English, French or German language, you will also need to submit a sworn translation.

                Additional stamps, from the government of the country which issued the birth certificate, might be required. In order to confirm which legalisation you are required to have, visit this website. Please check www.netherlandsandyou.nl to find details of your local Embassy or Consulate.

                • Your passport, including a ‘Machtiging tot Voorlopig Verblijf’, or ‘MVV’ (an ‘Authorisation for Temporary Stay’) if you are a student hailing from a country for which an Entry Visa is required;
                • Print of the approval letter of the Dutch Immigration Service (IND) (if you have applied for a Dutch residence permit STUDY);
                • Print of your InsureToStudy insurance policy. Save the attached scan in your cell phone Please note: Fontys has arranged this student insurance on your behalf. InsureToStudy has sent you, beside the pre-policy, a link to pay the premium digitally. You have to pay for the insurance offered by InsureToStudy before your departure to the Netherlands. The Dutch Immigration Service requires a student insurance beside your residence permit for the Netherlands. The insurance card and the overview of the cover of the policy will be sent to your Dutch room address. The insurance company will contact you after your arrival in the Netherlands to ask your room address. Look at their website (downloads) for more information about the cover: https://www.insuretostudy.com/en/;
                • Instructions to locate your country’s embassy/consulate.
                • The Tuberculosis test referral form (if applicable). Please print it and fill in all data before you travel to the Netherlands;

                Undergo a tuberculosis examination at the Municipal Health Service:

                Your study department will arrange an appointment for you at the Municipal Health Service (GGD) or you have to do it yourself. Contact your study department first.

                You must print, fill in and bring the Tuberculosis Examination Referral Form (you will receive this form attached to your final email from Visacare), completed as much as possible (Section A) and your passport to the appointment with the Municipal Health Service (GGD). Bring your ID.

                The examination requirement does not apply to citizens originated in the following countries.

                For students studying in Eindhoven : Immigranten en expats - GGD Brabant-Zuidoost (ggdbzo.nl)

                For students studying in Tilburg For students studying in Venlo
                Reitseplein 5 5037 AA Tilburg Zij-ingang - verdieping 5 088 368 7100 Ma t/m vr: 08:30 – 16:30 uur GGD for TBC check: Oranjelaan 21, 6042 BA Roermond 088-1191716

                Legalized notarized declaration which includes family name, given names, date of birth, place of birth, name of father and name of mother and a notarized certified true copy of the document or documents on which the notary has based his statement regarding the birth and the data of the parents.

                The following documents will be accepted:

                • Hukou of the parents in which the birth of the child is registered;
                • Declaration of the hospital which explicitly states that this statement can be used for the registration of the birth in the Hukou registry;
                • A statement from the Public Security Bureau where the requested data prove out;
                • Notarized certified copy of the updated and complete Hukou of the child itself.

                This should be done as soon as possible, as the legalisation process can take a number of months.

                  •       Living in Eindhoven

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                  •   To prepare

                    Welcome to Fontys! We are looking forward to meeting you in person. To get you well prepared for your study at Fontys IEM, we have gathered all information you need on this page. Please check this website regularly so you don't miss an update. If you still have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. See you soon!

                    Get prepared to start your studies at Industrial Engineering and Management (IEM)

                    Below you will find practical information about e.g. your application, Fontys account, on campus WiFi, books and laptop requirements.

                    Your application

                    You have sent in your application to this study programme through the website studielink.nl and have recieved a confirmation e-mail from Studielink. In Studielink you will find a 'To Do List' where you can check the actions you still need to complete. You will also receive information about your application from the administrative office.

                    For all of your questions related to enrollment procedures, visa and housing, please contact our administrative office at studyiem@fontys.nl.

                    Fontys offers prospective students a Study Choice Check to support them in their study orientation and study choice process. Participation in the Study Choice Check is not compulsory for students applying for admission on the basis of an international diploma.

                    The main goal of the Study Choice Check is to determine how well your study programme suits your interests. This will benefit the chances of you enjoying your study time and succeeding at Fontys and ultimately also in your career. The Study Choice Check is a final confirmation to help you to decide. This will help you feel more confident, whatever your choice may be.

                    If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact your study programme.

                    The course of events surrounding the Study Choice Check and the study choice advice are detailed in the Study Choice Check rules. Specific details for each study programme are included in the Teaching and Examination Regulations of the study programme concerned.

                    The tuition fees indicator helps you to determine the tuition rate for your situation. The information and tuition rates from this indicator are without engagement.


                    Statutory tuition fees and institutional tuition fees

                    A distinction is made between statutory tuition fees and institutional tuition fees. Only if you satisfy all statutory requirements regarding your nationality and if you have not yet been awarded a degree, will you be eligible for statutory tuition fees. Via the tuition fees indicator, you can secure an indication of the type of tuition fees that will be applicable in your situation. To do so, please make use of the indicator above.

                    Distinctions are made between the following types of Institutional Tuition Fees:

                    • Low institutional tuition fees
                    • High institutional tuition fees


                    Different types of tuition fees and Exemption Regulations

                    These different types of tuition fees and the Exemption Regulations are fully detailed in the:

                        The amount to be paid may vary in accordance with the following situations:

                        • If you have enrolled in more than one course programme (at Fontys and/or elsewhere), it is possible that you may only be obliged to pay one set of statutory tuition fees.
                        • If you believe that you may be eligible to pay only the statutory tuition fees on the basis of information that may be unknown to us, please report this to your Course Department.
                        • If it later transpires that you do not meet the requirements for statutory tuition fees, you will be obliged to pay the (higher) institutional tuition fees and if this is the case, you will be notified accordingly.

                        How to pay tuition fees

                        Please ensure that you have arranged the payment of your Tuition Fees prior to commencing your course programme(s). If you fail to do so, your (re-) enrolment will not be finalised and you will not be permitted to follow your chosen course programme(s). Please also note that if you are not enrolled, you will not be entitled to receive any student grants and/or loans.


                        Digital Authorisation

                        You pay your tuition fees via a digital (direct debit) authorisation, either all at once or in instalments (via Fontys). You can fill in your payment details via Studielink.

                        • Start September: On or around 15 May, you can fill in your payment details via Studielink.
                        • Start February: You can fill in your payment details via Studielink as soon as your enrolment request is processed by Fontys.

                        More information about entering your payment details in Studielink can be found at info.studielink.nl/en. A lot of information can also be found in the Studielink Q&A - payment method section.

                        Questions regarding Tuition Fee payments

                        Using Studielink for the first time? Use this step-by-step plan where you will find more detailed descriptions.

                        If you cannot find the answer to your question via Q&A, you will need to contact your course department. To be issued with a proof of payment document regarding your Tuition Fees (if you have enrolled in a course programme at Fontys and you have enrolled in a second course programme at another institute), you will also need to contact your course department.

                        If someone else is paying your tuition fees, you can indicate this in Studielink. After completing your payment information, you will receive an email with a payment link that you must forward to the person who will pay tuition fees on your behalf. Using this payment link, the person enters their own payment information after which the tuition fees will be deducted from the specified account. More information on this can be found at info.studielink.nl/en and in the Studielink Q&A - payment method section.

                        If you also want to attend a study programme at another higher education institution during an academic year and you are eligible for statutory tuition fees for both programmes, you only have to pay tuition fees once. Before starting your study programme, you can arrange for a Proof of Paid Tuition Fees through Studielink. For this, see the step-by-step plan 'Paying with Proof of Paid Tuition Fees' at info.studielink.nl/en.

                        If it is not yet possible at the other educational institution to arrange a Proof of Paid Tuition Fees via Studielink, please contact your study programme at Fontys to request your Proof of Paid Tuition Fees.

                        Are you already following a study programme at another educational institution and want a second enrolment at Fontys? If so, you can also arrange for a Proof of Paid Tuition Fees through Studielink. This document will then be sent to Fontys via Studielink. For this, see the step-by-step plan 'Paying with Proof of Paid Tuition Fees' at info.studielink.nl/en.

                        If the other educational institution is unable to forward a Proof of Paid Tuition Fees through Studielink, please contact your study programme at the other educational institution.

                        Two or more enrolments at Fontys

                        If you are enrolled in two or more study programmes at Fontys, enter your payment information for Fontys once in Studielink and pay the total amount of tuition fees due for the various study programmes. When statutory tuition fees for all enrolments are concerned, you pay a total of one statutory tuition fee. An exception to this rule may apply to students who have already completed a degree and are paying statutory tuition fees. In cases such as this, please contact your study programme.

                        Minor at Fontys

                        What if you registered for a minor at Fontys? If so, you should send an original Proof of Paid Tuition Fees from the institution where you pay tuition before the start of your study programme. Please contact your study programme in this respect.

                        If you have a Bank account number, of which the bank is not situated in one of the SEPA countries, but you have the nationality of one of the countries included in the EEA*, you will not be able to pay the tuition fee via a digital authorisation, but you will receive a payment agreement from Fontys. This payment agreement will be sent to your Fontys e-mail address and the e-mail address you indicated in Studielink. Please duly complete and sign this payment agreement before the start of your studies and send it to us by post. You will find the address at the bottom of the payment agreement.
                        It is also possible to scan the completed and signed payment agreement and send it by e-mail to paymentsv@fontys.nl. Please only use this e-mail address for sending the payment agreement and not for sending other enrolment-related documents or questions. 

                        *The countries included in the EEA are as follows: all EU countries, including Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Switzerland is also regarded as an EEA country. 

                        If you have a Bank account number, of which the bank is not situated in one of the SEPA countries, and you are a national of a country outside the EEA without an address in The Netherlands, then you will receive a payment letter from Fontys via your course department.
                        If your employer is prepared to pay your Tuition Fees, you will need to confirm the digital authorisation yourself in Studielink, using your own bank account number. In order to then claim reimbursement of these costs from your employer, you may request a proof of payment document from your Course Department. You may then submit this document with your claim for reimbursement to your employer. Fontys does not issue invoices to employers. If this is not sufficient for your employer, please contact your course department.
                        If your Tuition Fees are to be paid on your behalf of UAF (The Foundation for Refugee Students), you must not submit a digital authorisation in Studielink. In this case, the payment will be arranged directly by the foundation.

                        When you go to re-enrol, you may choose to reuse the digital direct debit authorisation for a previous academic year for the forthcoming academic year. If you choose this option, you don't need to enter any new payment information. You still have to indicate whether you want to pay in a lump sum or in instalments.

                        If you don't want to reuse your details, you must enter new payment details in the usual way. Please note that this option is only available if you pay yourself via digital direct debit authorisation.

                        If you have indicated in Studielink that you are paying yourself via a digital direct debit authorisation, you always have the option to change your account number in Studielink under the Payment tab.

                        For more information on changing your payment details through Studielink, see the corresponding step-by-step plan at info.studielink.nl/en or the Studielink Q&A.

                        If you are not yet 18 at the time you want to enter your payment details in Studielink, it is not possible to arrange a digital (direct debit) authorisation. This is because a digital (direct debit) authorisation is a contract with the bank and by law a person under the age of 18 may not enter into a contract with the bank. If this is the case, you have a number of other options for supplying your payment information.

                        1. Someone else pays your tuition fees

                        You indicate in Studielink that someone else is paying your tuition fees. See also the information under the heading Third party to pay Tuition Fees.

                        2a. Start September: You turn 18 between 15 May and 1 September

                        Will you be turning 18 between 15 May and 1 September? If so, wait to enter your payment information until after your 18th birthday. You can then arrange a digital (direct debit) authorisation without any problems and still be enrolled in time for the start of the academic year.

                        2b. Start February: You turn 18 before 1 February?
                        Will you be turning 18 before 1 February? If so, wait to enter your payment information until after your 18th birthday. You can then arrange a digital (direct debit) authorisation without any problems and still be enrolled in time for the start of the academic year.

                        3. Payment by payment agreement

                        If no one else can pay your tuition fees, you can pay yourself through a payment agreement by indicating in Studielink that your bank is not in a SEPA country. You must then transfer the full tuition fee amount to Fontys before the start of the study programme.


                        When to pay tuition fees

                        When to pay tuition

                        If paying in instalments

                        Collection will take place in a maximum of ten equal instalments on or around the 26th of the month. Depending upon the processing time required after your enrolment, the direct debit may need to be moved to the following month. If so, the amount outstanding will then be divided and added to the remaining instalments to be executed until and including the June instalment.

                        Please note: In relation to the paying in instalments facility, an Administration Fee per Academic Year will be payable. This fee will be debited to your account together with the first instalment payable.

                        If paying the full sum in a single payment

                        If you commence your studies on 1 September, the direct debit pertaining to your Tuition Fees will be executed on or around 25 September. If you commence your studies after 1 September, the direct debit will be executed on or around the 26th of the month in which you commence your studies.

                        Using the tuition fees indicator, you can determine which tuition rate applies to you. The amounts mentioned are for the entire year (12 months). If you start mid-term or in February, you will only pay for the number of months you are enrolled.

                        Please note:If you have submitted your ‘Request for Enrolment’ after the date upon which the last direct debit was to be executed (i.e. on or around 25 June), payment of the full sum in a single payment will be the only option possible.

                        In all cases (i.e. paying in instalments or in a single payment), prior to the execution of each direct debit, you will be sent a message in which you will be advised of the exact date upon which the direct debit is to be executed.

                        If the whole amount, or an instalment (only possible when paying via a digital authorisation), cannot be directly debited, a Payment Reminder will be sent to you.
                        If payment is still not made within the specified term, a payment demand will follow. If the payment demand relates to tuition fees, and payment is still not made within 14 days following the date of the payment demand, Fontys will terminate your registration by the second month following the date of the payment demand. When you receive this payment demand, your Fontys account will be blocked simultaneously. As soon as Fontys has received your payment, your account will be accessible within a few working days.

                        Are you a talented student with a non-EEA nationality and do you wish to study in the Netherlands at Fontys University of Applied Sciences?

                        There are scholarships available for Non-EU / Non-EEA students that want to come to the Netherlands for their studies.

                        You might also be eligible for other scholarships not provided by Fontys. These can be found on Grantfinder.nl

                        More information about the Holland scholarships programme

                        Account and IT information

                        After applying you received an e-mail from us with your personal login details. Sender e-mail: 'no-reply@fontys.nl'. Subejct e-mail: 'Fontys account creatie/creation'. Please save this e-mail carefully, you will need it!

                        For practically all online services at Fontys you have to sign in with your Fontys account. This account is a username and password combination. Your user name contains a PCN (Personal Communication Number) and the domain: '@student.fontys.nl'.

                        Being able to work and study securely is of the utmost importance at Fontys. That is why we continuously work on improving information security. We switched to a new way of signing in at Fontys: in addition to your username and password, you will also use an extra step as verification (multifactor authentication).

                        Eduroam (education roaming) is a service which enables students, researchers and staff to securely access the wireless internet at the Fontys campus and whilst visiting other participating institutions, using the username and login provided by Fontys. 

                        Advice: Install the setting of eduroam on your private laptop, smartphone and tablet, at home according to the instructions. All will be set and ready to go when you arrive at the Fontys campus.

                        Short steps

                        1. Use your data connection or connect your device with an available WIFI network. At Fontys you can use: Fontys_WIFI_start
                        2. Scan the QR-code or use a browser (Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer) to access the website: http://wifi.fontys.nl
                        3. Read the instructions and follow them step by step
                        4. When requested: fill in your Fontys credentials <PCN>@student.fontys.nl
                        5. The correct settings will be downloaded. You will still be asked to typ your Fontys password (associated with your PCN)
                        6. After this steps all will be set and you are connected with eduroam.

                        FontysConnect, the intranet site of Fontys, is used to make (digital) information available, to share documents, to work together and as a search centre. Everyone with a Fontys account has access. If you log in to the Fontys website with your Fontys account you will land on your personal Connect page. From there you can access the various pages.

                        How do I get the card?

                        The student card is proviced once free of charge at the beginning of or during the academic year to all students who register for the first time at Fontys University of Applied Sciences. You will receive a student card when you are registered and you have uploaded a passport photo via www.fontyskaart.nl.

                        To upload your photo, click on the photobox on the page and follow the instructions on the screen.

                        It is most convenient if you have your student card right from the start of the educational year. It is best to apply for the card as soon as you know what is your address in the Netherlands.

                        Ambience photo Fontys

                        When do I need a student card?

                        • As proof of identity at Fontys Universities; in order to prove who you are when requested (for example at exams).
                        • Logging on to the Canon printers.
                        • Access control; students can use the card to gain entry to buildings on Fontys property and at automated barriers.
                        • Lockers; the student card can be used for the lockers in some Fontys buildings.
                        • For the loan of equipment from the media libraries.

                        Fontys provides you with ‘@student.fontys.nl’ email address. You can log in with your Fontys account. When you start your studies at Fontys, we will no longer send e-mails to your private email address, but instead only use your Fontys email address. Make sure you check this account regularly!

                        iPhone and iPad

                        • Choose: Outlook for iOS in the Apple Store and install the app.
                        • Add account and fill in your email address (name@student.fontys.nl)
                        • Open verificator and you will be directed to the Fontys inlog page
                        • Remove the email address and fill in your Fontys credentials:
                          username: *PCN*@student.fontys.nl
                          Password: the password to your Fontys account
                        • Skip the First Run Experience
                        • Enable Notifications
                        • Tap Allow 'Outlook can send you messages"

                        Android phones and tablets

                        • Settings > Accounts & Synchronisation > Add Account > Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync.

                        • Fill in the required details:

                          Domain                          : The domain students use is: BERGEN. When domain is optional, leave this field blank. Some devices require the notation domain\username in one field. In that case write down: BERGEN\<PCN>.
                          Username:
                          Your username is: <PCN>@student.fontys.nl. Some devices require the notation domain\username in one field. In that case write down: BERGEN\<PCN>.
                          Emailadress:
                          Write down your Fontys emailadress: <emailalias>@student.fontys.nl
                          Password:
                          The password to your Fontys account.
                          Server:
                          If your device asks for this, write down outlook.fontys.nl

                        StudentApp

                        The StudentApp 'MijnFontys' shows you your studyresults, important messages and news. As a student you receive push notificatons about schedule changes, grades and a calendar with important dates, for example exams, internships, submit assignments etc. (depending on whether your department made it available in the app).

                        The Fontys Student app ​​contains the following functionalities: timetables, study results and news. You will also find useful links and more information about help during your studies here.

                        Login with your Fontys credentials ([PCN]@student.fontys.nl and password) and easily add or change your timetable(s) yourself.

                        Questions about the Student App? 

                        Mail: studentenapp@fontys.nl or call the IT Servicedesk (+318850 77777).

                        For questions about your schedule and study, please contact the secretary of your department.

                        If you click the button below you will find English information and manuals on various IT topics. You'll be able to find information about the Fontys network, printing, storage, mail, etcetera. You can also find the contact details of our IT Servicedesk here.

                        Study materials

                        Laptop requirements:

                        - Computer with Windows 10 (Note: We do not recommend that you purchase a Chromebook or a MacBook, it does not meet the minimum requirements.)
                        - 64 bit Processor: i5 or i7
                        - Internal Memory: minimum 8GB
                        - External Memory: HDD/SSD at least 15GB free space when installing SolidWorks. After Installation, SolidWorks takes up 7.5 GB.
                        - Peripherals: Mouse for working with SolidWorks, Webcam and Microphone.

                        Office 365 license is provided by Fontys. Make sure your laptop can run Solidworks software, since we use that for classes.

                        Software deals for education

                        SURFspot is the ultimate non-profit ICT online store. SURFspot offers an educational discount on software, hardware and online educational resources.

                        So how does it work?
                        Go to SURFspot.nl and log in using your Fontys account (PCN@student.fontys.nl + password)

                        Books can be ordered online, for example: via Bol.com. We advise you to order the books before the start of your studies. Note: search the books by ISBN number and not by title. You can find the booklist here when it is complete.

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                        Working with other students in a group teaches you to be more collaborative, outgoing and respectful of others work and opinions."
                        Student about her experiences

                      •   Starting your studies

                        Starting your studies

                        When starting your studies at Fontys, it is nice to know when we expect to meet you on campus for the first time and what you will experience in the first months at Industrial Engineering and Management.

                        For a successful enrollment it is necessary that you come to Nexus, in Eindhoven in person, to show your original diploma from your previous education with corresponding list of marks. This is an important condition to complete your enrollment. If you do not manage to come to Eindhoven on this date or at least before the start of your study, your enrollment will be terminated.

                        Everyone who is admitted will get a personal invitation with the details by e-mail. For last-minute admission questions please contact us:

                        Email: studyiem@fontys.nl

                        Culture Shower

                        In the first week you will start with a culture shower.

                        What is it about?

                        A metaphor for an immersion, get to know Industrial Engineering & Management: the work, the study and the world; by experiencing and researching (by) yourself.

                        The goal is to enable you to

                        • create your own view and understanding of Industrial Engineering and Management
                        • work in teams
                        • learn to deal with uncertainty
                        • creatively (re)imagine and transfer insights to others
                        • reflect individually on what you've learned

                        Necessities for this first day

                        • notebook
                        • multiple colours (pencil or marker)
                        • laptop/tablet/telephone
                        • a charger for the devices you're bringing
                        • something to drink and to eat
                        • earplugs/headphones
                        • most importantly: good spirit!

                        Company experience in the first year? Well, yes that's exactly what IEM has in store for you! When joining IEM you must be prepared for a year full of interesting assignments and projects directly connected with real life. Right after your introduction week, probably the most fun week of the whole year, you go straight into the culture shower week, and you must already do an assignment. After your first week of the study, you will get your first credit (ECT). Following this assignment is the first project for the year, which if you start in September is all about the technical part of the study. You pick an appliance, take it apart and improve a part you think could use improving. You work with SolidWorks, a drawing software, to create the new and improved appliance and at the end of week 8 you present it in front of your stakeholders.

                        If you want to plan holidays or other activities, it is useful to know when there are no classes.

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                        "I jumped into this adventure because I wanted to gain a different experience in terms of education and life."
                        Angelina about her decision to study abroad

                      •   Community

                        Join our community

                        Fontys Industrial Engineering and Management offers you several ways for you to become part of our community. It is up to you to join, but we highly recommend it. There is no better way to get to know your future classmates before you even set one foot on campus!

                        Lean is a young student association who strives to make international students transition in Eindhoven as comfortable as possible. The association focuses on creating a fun community by organising the introduction week and various educational and non-educational events throughout the year. These opportunities help to expand relations across all the study years. If you're more interested in organising events, then it's possible to contribute as well. You can sign up to our student association by emailing lean@fontys.nl

                        Keep yourself updated on our Instagram page by following us here.

                        You will soon receive an invitation to a WhatsApp group for new Industrial Engineering and Management students via email. Have you not received the email yet? Please contact studyiem@fontys.nl

                        If you are interested in more detailed stories from international students or want to get in touch with one or more of them, check out this page.

                      •   Personal support

                        Personal support

                        To give you a good start at your study, you will be in close contact with a student coach. He or she is your first point of contact for all practical and study questions, follows your achievements and gives valuable tips and advice where necessary.

                        We also advise you to bookmark the webpage Fontys helps. This platform offers practical information, personal support when you need extra guidance and useful links. But also interesting initiatives for you to join.

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                        Fontys Helps

                        Fontys has an online platform that offers all kinds of practical information, personal support when you are in need of extra guidance and useful links. Bookmark Fontys Helps

                      •   Your stay in the Netherlands
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                        Your stay in the Netherlands

                        There is a lot to see and experience in the Netherlands. Here you'll find a lot of information about studying at Fontys, accommodation and also practical information like enrolling, visa, finances etc.

                      •     Preparing your stay in the Netherlands
                      •       Finance and housing
                        It is very exciting to study in another country and an experience of a lifetime, but it is also a big step. We have tried to put everything you need to know about studying in Eindhoven in one place to help you get started. Are you still unsure about something? Make sure to get in touch, we are here to help you.

                        Finance and housing

                        It's very important to look into student accommodation on time. Besides that, make sure to check out the information about opening a Dutch bank account if you don't have one already.

                        Information about opening a bank account in the Netherlands

                        This text addresses a few financial aspects typical for the Netherlands, which could make your stay a lot easier.

                        Why a Dutch bank account?

                        A Dutch bank account helps you with your financial needs in The Netherlands during your stay. More specifically it enables you:

                        • To pay the annual tuition fee for your study in equal instalments (for instance, per month)
                        • Pay the rent of your room automatically every month
                        • Make low value payments in shops, at school (canteen), vendor machines etc
                        • To do PIN transactions in the Netherlands, free of charge
                        • The bank card enables use of ATMs and payments all over the world
                        • Easy internet banking, which is included in your bank account application.

                        How to open a Dutch bank account?

                        Visit the banks of your choice and provide the following documents:

                        • Your valid passport, of which a photocopy will be made
                        • A proof of enrolment or registration at Fontys
                        • Your residence permit for the Netherlands or the approval letter of the Dutch Immigration Service (IND) in case you do not have your residence permit card yet.
                        • Your citizen registration number (BSN). You have received this number at your registration at the City hall. Or you will receive it shortly after your registration. Some banks allow you to hand in the BSN later (max 6 weeks)
                        • Proof of your address (copy rental contract of your room)
                        • If you do not have a BSN number fill in Tax of Identification Number / Social Security Number home land.

                        Note:

                        In case you are a minor (<18) opening a bank account will not be easy. Bring the personal data of one of your parents, a home address and an email address. You are allowed to hand in your citizen registration number (BSN) at a later moment. If you have a birth certificate with you it will be of help.

                        Further instructions will be provided by the bank of your choice:

                        Rabobank

                        Office Eindhoven
                        Emmasingel 4,
                        5611 AZ Eindhoven

                        ING Bank

                        Office Eindhoven
                        Nieuwstraat 1-5,
                        5611 DA Eindhoven

                        ABN-Amro bank

                        Office Eindhoven
                        Vestdijk 18,
                        5611 CC Eindhoven

                        Please note!

                        Available student housing is limited, so read this information carefully and take action today to find your accommodation.

                        If you are unable to secure suitable accommodation by the beginning of the academic year, we strongly advise you not to come to the Netherlands.

                        Before starting your study at Fontys, you must find suitable housing. Unfortunately, it is not easy for international students to find accommodation in the Netherlands due to the housing crisis. Start your accommodation search early. Please be aware that finding a place to live is your own responsibility.

                        Although Fontys does not have its own campus dorms, we cooperate with several accommodations agencies and landlords (further on this website referred to as housing agencies). Through such cooperation, Fontys can provide students with guidance in finding accommodation for the first semester or academic year at Fontys. Please note that applying for accommodation through Fontys does not automatically guarantee housing and after the deadline we can't accept new applications.

                        Check out these tips

                        • Fontys can offer housing for a limited number of students. Fill in the application form before the 15th of June (Fall semester) the 8th of December (Spring semester). The form will be online in April 2023
                        • You can find a room through (commercial) housing agencies in the city you want to study in.
                        • If you know students that already study at Fontys, make sure to ask for their help.
                        • Expand your search. Don’t just look for a room in the city but also in villages nearby.
                        • Post a message on social media that you are looking for housing.
                        • Beware of scammers. Check our tips to prevent scams.
                        • Listen to the experiences of international students in the Nuffic podcast 'Finding student housing in the Netherlands'.

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                        Need help?

                        Get in touch with Student Administration International.

                        internationalstudents@fontys.nl

                        Although Fontys does not have its own campus dorms, it has established cooperations with a number of different accommodations agencies and landlords (further on this website referred to as housing agency). Through such cooperations, Fontys can provide students with guidance in finding accommodation for the first semester or academic year at Fontys.Unfortunately Fontys can only guarantee housing for a limited number of students. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you keep on trying to find a room yourself and start your search process well in time.

                        The deadline to hand in your accommodation form is the 15th of June if you start in September or the 8th of December if you start in February. If you are not admissible to the study of your choice, your request for accommodation will be cancelled without charge. Keep us informed if you have found your own accommodation. If you cancel your registration before the deadline, there will be no financial consequences.

                        Our department International students will do its utmost to find accommodation but . Only after the deadline has passed, Fontys will inform you whether a room will be offered to you.

                        Please note that it is not possible to view your future accommodation before signing your rental agreement. However, Fontys guarantees minimum quality standards for all accommodation.

                        • Read the General information on Accommodation and the Terms and conditions.
                        • Fill in and send the accommodation form before the deadline: Fall semester 15 June, Spring semester 8 December.
                        • You will receive a confirmation on receipt of the accommodation form
                        • Only after the deadline has passed, will Fontys inform you whether a room will be offered to you.
                        • You will receive detailed information about the housing agency 4 weeks before start of study at the latest.
                        • The Housing agency will contact you.
                        • Transfer the required amount of rent + deposit before arrival to housing agency (no payment = no entrance accommodation, but still the obligation to close rental contract)
                        • Accommodation is available on the agreed date.
                        • You are obliged to accept and pay for the offered room for the whole period. For bachelor students this means one academic year, for exchange student one (or two) semester(s). In the spring semester it is only possible to apply for one semester.
                        • Fontys can only guarantee housing for a limited number of students. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you keep on trying to find a room yourself and start your search process well in time.
                        • Mail to internationalstudents@fontys.nl for further questions.
                        General information, terms and conditions

                        As Fontys cooperates with a number of different housing agencies and as each party has different standards, the student rooms available vary widely in terms of appearance, size and rental fees. Although it is not possible for students to select the rooms and/or rental fees of their preference, all accommodation arranged by Fontys satisfies the minimum Quality standards of the accommodation. However, stay on the safe side and count on a rental fee of € 600 per month!

                        Please take into account that – in relation to guarantees – your housing agency will normally request an advance payment of the following items: Two month terms of rental fees and a refundable deposit, usually to the amount of one month of rental fees, as a security bond in relation to any possible damage to the accommodation. Exchange students sometimes need to pay the full semester in advance.

                        Eindhoven

                        The average fee to rent a standard student room is between EUR 450 and EUR 600 per month. A standard room means you have to share facilities like the shower, toilet and kitchen.

                        The semi-studio has its own facilities (e.g. own shower and toilet but shared kitchen) The price can vary up to EUR 700.

                        The independent studio has its private facilities. price is EUR 780. Only for Bachelor students available. It is possible to apply for housing allowance.

                        Once you have applied to Fontys for accommodation assistance, you will be obliged to accept and pay for the accommodation offered. Unfortunately Fontys can only guarantee housing for a limited number of students. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you keep on trying to find a room yourself. Keep us informed if you have found your own accommodation.

                        Keep in mind, if you decide to firstly look for your own accommodation, you should take into account that after the deadline (as stipulated in the Accommodation Form), you will no longer be eligible to apply for accommodation assistance via Fontys! If you wish to arrange your own accommodation, without assistance from Fontys, you will be responsible for paying potential additional costs that may be charged by commercial accommodation agencies. A listing of commercial accommodation agencies is included below.

                        If you wish to arrange your own accommodation, without assistance from Fontys, you will be responsible for paying potential additional costs that may be charged by commercial accommodation agencies. A listing of commercial accommodation agencies is included below.

                        Eindhoven

                          Overall

                            Can Fontys help me to find an accommodation?

                            Due to the housing crisis in the Netherlands, there are not enough student accommodation available. Fontys University of Applied Sciences (Fontys) offers a service to help students find suitable furnished housing for the first period of their studies at Fontys. The deadline to hand in your accommodation form is 15 June if you start in September or the 8 December if you start in February. Fontys can only guarantee housing for a limited number of students, so in the meantime it is important to search for an accommodation by yourself. If you find a place by yourself please inform us by writing an email to internationalstudents@fontys.nl .

                            When will I be informed about the details of my accommodation arranged by Fontys?

                            Only after the deadline has passed, Fontys will inform you whether a room will be offered to you. No later than three weeks before the start of your study at Fontys, we will inform you about the housing agency you have been assigned to. We will inform you about the procedure to book the room and at what date the room will be available. In some cases, an accommodation agency will issue a student with a login account to give access to their booking system, via which it will be possible for the student to select from the range of accommodation available via the agency’s website. In other cases, an accommodation agency will contact the student to inform him/her of the specific accommodation available.
                            In August the accommodation will be available as from 2-3 weeks prior to your commencement of studies at Fontys. In January/February the accommodation will be available just a few days before the start of your studies.

                            When will I be informed in case Fontys can not help me finding a room?

                            Although our department International students will do its utmost to find accommodation for everyone, we do not have enough rooms to offer to all new students. Your application will be processed on a first come first served basis and a complete enrolment process. So mind the deadlines.If Fontys doesn't have a room available for you, you will be informed ultimately in the last week of June/December.

                            What happens if I am not admissible to the study?

                            If you are not admissible to the study of your choice, your request for accommodation will be cancelled without charge. Please inform us by writing an email to internationalstudents@fontys.nl .

                            Will I be able to share accommodation with a friend?

                            No, it is not possible to share a room or a studio with a friend. But at the bottom of the accommodation form, you may submit your ‘preference’ to be in the same accommodation with a certain person. We cannot guarantee that your preferences will be met, but we will certainly try to meet your request. With regard to the range of accommodation that we have available, please note that all accommodation is offered on a ‘first in, first served’ basis.

                            I submitted an Accommodation Form to Fontys, but then I found my own accommodation. Can I cancel my application for accommodation assistance with Fontys?

                            You can cancel the application only BEFORE you have been assigned to an accommodation. Please send an email to internationalstudents@fontys.nl to cancel the application. If you cancel the accommodation after you have been assigned to an agency, the accommodation will stay empty and you would still have to pay for rent.

                            After I have been assigned to an accommodation agency, can I switch to another accommodation agency?

                            No, you cannot switch to another accommodation agency. When we have assigned all students to their accommodation agencies, all available rooms will be allocated to those students. Therefore, switching to another accommodation agency is not possible.

                            As I will be arriving a few weeks after the commencement date of my rental contract, will I have to pay for the days during which I have not yet occupied my room?

                            Yes, you will have to pay for all days as from the commencement of your rental contract, which has a fixed commencement date. By signing the Accommodation Form, you declare that you will accept and pay for a room as from a specified date. If you decide to arrive at a later date, you will still be obliged to pay the rental fee as from the commencement date of the rental contract.

                            I will arrive a few days before my rental contract commences. Will I be able to occupy my accommodation earlier than scheduled?

                            No, your accommodation will not available prior to the agreed commencement date of your rental contract. If you need a place to stay until that date, you will need to book a room at a hotel, or a B&B (Bed & Breakfast). For further information, please refer to the section, Commercial housing agencies and other parties.

                            When I have arrived, if I discover that I do not like my room, will I be able to switch to another room?

                            No, unless your room does not meet the requirements.

                            If I have a problem with my accommodation agency/landlord, will Fontys solve this for me?

                            Legally, Fontys will not be one of the parties to the rental contract, which will be between you and the accommodation agency. Therefore, any complaints and problems concerning your accommodation should be reported to your accommodation agency/landlord. However, if your problem is not resolved, or if you need a helping hand, you may contact a Fontys Accommodation Officer and he/she will try to provide you with appropriate advice/assistance.

                            May I leave my accommodation prior to the termination date of my rental contract?

                            No, you may not vacate your accommodation prior to the agreed termination date of your rental contract. As you have signed a rental contract, you will be responsible for the payment of the rental fee associated with your accommodation. However, if you pay the rental fees in full up to and including the agreed termination date, of course, you will be able to vacate your accommodation.

                            What will happen if I am unable to pay my rent?

                            When you apply for accommodation assistance via Fontys, you are required to sign in agreement to a maximum monthly rental. As such, we will assume that you are fully aware, in advance, of the expenses associated with renting accommodation. Therefore, you will remain responsible for the monthly payment of your rental fees.

                            Can I select my preferred accommodation?

                            In general, it is not possible to select the specific accommodation of your choice. Fontys will decide which student will be assigned to which accommodation agency. However, most accommodation agencies have software available that will allow a student to ‘view’ a student room before accepting it.

                            What will be in my room and what should I bring?

                            Your room will have certain characteristics, which have been listed under the section, quality standards of the accommodation. Items that you may wish to bring with you, or purchase locally, would include your personal belongings, towels, soap and detergent, food, toilet paper, et cetera.

                            What happens after the first semester/ academic year?

                            If you are staying longer than one academic year you need to find an accommodation on your own. Start searching on time. Do not forget to inform the municipality about your new address.
                            If you are an exchange student you will probably leave the Netherlands after a semester. You need to deregister at the municipality. Note: The landlord of your room can ask you for proof of deregistration at the municipality as a condition to get your deposit back.

                            My question is not listed here. Whom can I contact for further assistance?

                            If the answer to your question is not included here, please do not hesitate to contact Team International Students by e-mail, via internationalstudents@fontys.nl.

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                          •       To arrange

                            Things you need to arrange before living and studying in the Netherlands

                            Healthcare in the Netherlands

                            Healthcare in the Netherlands ranks amongst the best in the world, giving people access to the most advanced treatments and preventative care. Some things, however, may be arranged in a different way than you are used to.

                            The biggest difference will be the central role of the General Practitioner (GP), in Dutch called the huisarts.

                            Your GP is the key to the Dutch world of medicine. The GP treats patients for basic problems and can answer most of your general health questions. (S)he will also perform, for example, standard gynecological or pediatric examinations. Your GP will also serve as your link to most other services, such as hospitalization, specialists, home nursing midwifery and physiotherapy. If you call the GP’s office to make an appointment, the GP’s assistant will ask questions to determine the urgency of your situation. The GP’s assistant is a professional and has an obligation of secrecy. Asking questions is done only to have the patient and the doctor better prepared, to suggest alternatives, like a consultation by phone or video, or in some cases, to check if more immediate action is required. If your GP cannot diagnose or treat a problem (s)he will refer you to a specialist. Your GP will usually provide you a letter of referral to be given to the specialist, whom you in turn will call for an appointment. You can however, visit other primary care providers, such as a midwife, physiotherapist or dentist without a referral from your GP.

                            Most medicines require a prescription from your GP after a personal consultation, since they can be potentially harmful. However, after a consultation, it is possible you will receive a diagnosis but no medication. Dutch physicians believe it is often best to let an illness run its course without expensive and potentially dangerous tests and medication.

                            It is strongly recommended to register with a GP in your area as soon as you are settled.

                            Note: You are obliged to be health insured in the Netherlands.

                            Important links

                            Healthcare insurance ​​​​​​​​​​​​​

                            By law, you must have an adequate healthcare insurance, to make sure that you are properly insured during your stay. The type of healthcare insurance you need depends on your personal situation. European (EEA) students should ask their​ own health insurance provider if the existing health insurance policy offers sufficient coverage for medical expenses in the Netherlands. You have to complete your insurance package to cover liability and repatriation. Students from Europe having an EHIC card have to check if this insurance will be valid the entire periode of the stay abroad. This is often not the case.

                            Fontys recommends the international student-minded health insurance company InsureToStudy One of the many advantages (different to other companies) is that you don't need to declare the costs of your GP visit, because the invoice will be send directly to the insurance. Besides that ITS also reimburses if a student consults a digital doctor.

                            As a Fontys student you will get a discount!
                            This insurance covers healthcare, extraordinary costs, repatriation, liability, accidents, legal aid and baggage & household goods. This offer is accessible for all international Fontys students who wish to apply for this insurance or want to change their current insurance. If you apply through this link you will receive the discount automatically. You have to fill in the institution code "FONTYSITS" and you have to use your @student.fontys.nl email address. If you have questions about the insurance you can contact insureToStudy through mail: info@insuretostudy.com or call 0031 70 2051860.

                            New Non European students are, at least for their first year, obliged to take out the InsureToStudy Master Plan+ insurance which is part of the Fontys Visa procedure.
                            The Master Plan + insurance offers a very comprehensive coverage relative to the Master Plan insurance. The Master Plan + insurance includes conditions which already exists prior to applying for this insurance, for instance asthma, diabetes, eczema, migraines, but also disadvantages have continued from previous operations. You can even apply for this insurance if you think you're suffering from the coronavirus. The Master Plan + insurance can be applied for by yourself, only by this link.

                            The Master Plan does not cover existing conditions and disadvantages, this concerns the costs that were to be reasonably expected at the start of the insurance.

                            Note: You are not allowed to take out a public Dutch health insurance if you are in the Netherlands for study purposes only.


                            If you cause an accident and someone is injured or if you damage someone's property, you are responsible for paying all the costs of the accident. You might, for example, break something in your rented room. Or, on a more serious note, you might cause a road accident. Accidents like these can be very expensive. You are therefore strongly advised to take out a good liability insurance policy, which will cover the costs in many cases.

                            Repatriation means returning to your home country. If anything (serious illness or accident) happ​​ens to you in The Netherlands, your insurance should cover the costs of repatriation of yourself (e.g. for treatment required in your home country), or having your parents travel to join you here. Repatriation is also covered for family member in the 1st and 2nd degree by death or very serious illness It would be wise to have an insurance policy covering these costs.

                            Be sure to extend your insurance in time. If your current insurance is not InsureToStudy and you want to profit the benefits of the ITS insurance you can easy change your insurance.

                            Contact ITS

                            Mail: info@insuretostudy.com
                            WhatsApp: +316 36264401
                            Phone: +3170 2051860

                            If you have a student job or a paid internship you are obliged to take out a Dutch basic healthcare insurance. If you already have an InsureToStudy insurance (or if you are willing to take out one), you can profit a very low priced Dutch basic healthcare insurance combination with Hollandzorg.

                            Apply here for Hollandzorg.

                            Read more about the Dutch basic healthcare insurance.

                            Start your preparations early

                            The Fontys University of Applied Sciences has an agreement with the Dutch Immigration & Naturalisation Service (the ‘IND’) to apply for Entry Visas and Residence Permits on behalf of its students. The required procedure will be commenced before you travel to the Netherlands. Although the ‘IND’ generally processes applications within two-three weeks, we recommend that you start the process early, i.e. approximately three months before you plan to enter the Netherlands, as it may take some time for you to gather all of the required documentation. You will find more information in this brochure: Coming to study in the Netherlands.

                            To enter the Netherlands for the purpose of studying, you may require a visa and/or a residence permit, depending on the following factors

                            • Your nationality, i.e. as stated in your passport.
                            • The duration of your stay, i.e. for less or more than three months.
                            • The purpose of your stay, i.e. we assume that you intend coming to the Netherlands to study, or for a preparatory year.

                            Entry Visa / Authorisation for Temporary Stay (‘MVV’)

                            All non-EU/EEA students entering the Netherlands will require an Entry Visa (‘MVV’), except nationals from Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, New Zealand, South Korea, the UK, the USA and Vatican City State. This Entry Visa is a sticker that is placed in your passport and is issued by the Dutch embassy or consulate in your country of origin.

                            Additional conditions for students of the following nationalities:

                            Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Cameroon and Nigeria.

                            Students of these nationalities have to be aware they have to transfer the full refundable amount of the living expenses to the bank account of Fontys. Proof by financial documents you have access to this amount will not be accepted.

                            If you are staying in the Netherlands for more than four months you will need to go to the city council and register as a new resident of the town where you are living. Registration regulations may vary from one council to another.

                            When registering with your local council, you are automatically issued a BSN. BSN is short for Burger Service Nummer, which translates as ‘citizen service number’. The BSN is equivalent to a social security number: a unique registration number for every citizen, used in contacts with any government service. Various people may ask for your BSN. If you have a job, your employer will need to know your BSN. When you open a bank account the bank will also ask for your BSN.

                            Some study departments arrange the appointment for international students. Please check with your study department if you need to make the appointment yourself or if they will arrange it for you.

                            Bring the following documents to the appointment

                            • A valid passport
                            • Original birth certificate or original legalised true copy of the birth certificate (not older than six months). If your birth certificate was not issued in the Dutch, English, French or German language, you will also need to submit a sworn translation. Additional stamps, from the government of the country which issued the birth certificate, might be required. In order to confirm which legalisation you are required to have, you must contact the Dutch Embassy or Consulate in your own country. Please check https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl to find details of your local Embassy or Consulate
                            • Proof of civil status only in case you are married, divorced or a widow(er). In Venlo it’s always necessary to bring a proof of civil status
                            • Rental agreement for your room in the Netherlands
                            • Declaration of acceptance by Fontys University of Applied Sciences
                            • Print of the approval letter of the Dutch Immigration Service (IND) if applicable

                                If you are going to change your address or move to another city do not forget to inform the municipality. If your study period ends and you want to leave the Netherlands, you have to deregister.

                                Note: The landlord of your room can ask you for proof of deregistration at the municipality as a condition to get your deposit back.

                                Extra information for students from China

                                Chinese students are required to bring the following documents in addition:

                                • Legalized notarized declaration* which includes family name, given names, date of birth, place of birth, name of father and name of mother and a notarized certified true copy of the document or documents on which the notary has based his statement regarding the birth and the data of the parents.

                                Documents that will be accepted:

                                • Hukou of the parents in which the birth of the child is registered and a declaration of the hospital which explicitly states that this statement can be used for the registration of the birth in the Hukou registry;
                                • A statement from the Public Security Bureau where the requested data prove out;
                                • Notarized certified copy of the updated and complete Hukou of the child itself.
                                This should be done as soon as possible, as the legalisation process can take a number of months.

                                Information about legalisation of foreign documents for use in the Netherlands.

                                Work permit

                                If you want to work during your studies while staying in the Netherlands, there are some things to keep in mind.

                                Are you from the EU/EEA or Switzerland? If you are from the EU/EEA or Switzerland you are free to work without restrictions. You do not need a work permit and there are no restrictions regarding working hours.

                                Are you from outside Europe? If you are not from the EU/EEA or Switzerland, there are some restrictions if you want to work alongside your studies. You can either work for a maximum of 16 hours a week during the year, or you can work fulltime during the months of June, July and August, but only with a work permit.

                                Your employer has to apply for your work permit (Tewerkstellingsvergunning or short the TWV) at least 5 weeks prior to the start of your employment. The application is free of charge. You cannot apply for the permit yourself. The organization that issues work permits is called the Employee Insurance Agency (UWV). The work permit application must be accompanied by a copy of your residence permit for study purposes and a statement from your education institution confirming that you are enrolled as a student at that institution.

                                In the case of students seeking to work part-time alongside their studies, there is a simplified application procedure whereby the UWV does not have to perform all the checks stipulated in the Foreign Nationals Employment Act (Wet arbeid vreemdelingen, WAV). Employers are not always aware of this simplified procedure and may therefore be wary about applying for a work permit. There is no need for this, however. 

                                This is the website (wwww.werk.nl) for your employer to apply for your work permit as a work student. 

                                The Inspectorate SZW carries out inspections to check whether work permits were issued. If they were not issued this constitutes illegal employment, which is a violation of the Foreign Nationals Employment Act and punishable with severe fines for your employer and the risk for you to lose your residence permit.

                                Note: As soon as you have a (part-time) job, you are required to have a Dutch public health insurance

                                In addition to your studies, you are allowed to work in the Netherlands as a self employed individual, as long as you continue to meet the requirements for your residence permit for study. There is no limit to the amount of hours that you are allowed to work as a self employed individual. Also, you do not need a working permit (TWV).

                                You do need to register your company in the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (Kamer van Koophandel). You need to pay taxes yourself. Whether it is compulsory for you to take out Dutch public healthcare insurance depends on your situation. To find out,  you can undergo a Wlz review carried out by the SVB.

                                The employer does not need to apply for a work permit for you. The employer must, however, be able to present an internship agreement to the Labour Inspectorate, upon request.

                                You are legally obliged to sign an internship agreement with your higher education institution and internship employer. We strongly advise you to use the standard internship agreement for non-EU-EEA students drawn up by Nuffic in consultation with the Dutch government.

                                student trainee agreement (three party contract)

                                Note: If you are doing an internship for which you are paid at least as much as the Dutch minimum wage, you are subject to compulsory insurance under the Wlz scheme. Check this explanation of the minimum wage. If you receive expenses this will also count as remuneration for your internship. Contact the SVB (Sociale Verzekeringsbank), which is the organisation that implements national insurance schemes in the Netherlands and start the Wlz assessment when you are in doubt. 

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                              •       Checklist arrival in the Netherlands

                                Checklist arrival in the Netherlands

                                For all international students, EU and Non EU-students

                                Important documents / useful items
                                • Valid passport (including visa, if needed);
                                • Sufficient funds for the expenses that you will incur during the first month of your stay. You will need to take into account payment for your accommodation (including a security deposit) and your general living expenses;
                                • Medical records;
                                • Arrange health, liability and repatriation insurance (for EEA students);
                                • Important addresses and telephone numbers (e.g. contact numbers for Fontys, your accommodation, your country’s embassy, et cetera);
                                • The original diploma and certified copies diploma and grade list both in original language and translation (if applicable, joined by a translation made by a sworn translator);
                                • Arrange accommodation (only if you haven't applied for accommodation via Fontys);
                                • Proof of vaccination.

                                Important documents you will need to register at the City Hall

                                • Proof of civil status only in case you are married, divorced or a widow(er);
                                • Rental agreement for the room in the Netherlands;
                                • Copy of admission letter of Fontys University of Applied Sciences;
                                • Original birth certificate or original legalised true copy of the birth certificate (not older than six months) If your birth certificate was not issued in the Dutch, English, French or German language, you will also need to submit a sworn translation.

                                Additional stamps, from the government of the country which issued the birth certificate, might be required. In order to confirm which legalisation you are required to have, visit this website. Please check www.netherlandsandyou.nl to find details of your local Embassy or Consulate.

                                • Your passport, including a ‘Machtiging tot Voorlopig Verblijf’, or ‘MVV’ (an ‘Authorisation for Temporary Stay’) if you are a student hailing from a country for which an Entry Visa is required;
                                • Print of the approval letter of the Dutch Immigration Service (IND) (if you have applied for a Dutch residence permit STUDY);
                                • Print of your InsureToStudy insurance policy. Save the attached scan in your cell phone Please note: Fontys has arranged this student insurance on your behalf. InsureToStudy has sent you, beside the pre-policy, a link to pay the premium digitally. You have to pay for the insurance offered by InsureToStudy before your departure to the Netherlands. The Dutch Immigration Service requires a student insurance beside your residence permit for the Netherlands. The insurance card and the overview of the cover of the policy will be sent to your Dutch room address. The insurance company will contact you after your arrival in the Netherlands to ask your room address. Look at their website (downloads) for more information about the cover: https://www.insuretostudy.com/en/;
                                • Instructions to locate your country’s embassy/consulate.
                                • The Tuberculosis test referral form (if applicable). Please print it and fill in all data before you travel to the Netherlands;

                                Undergo a tuberculosis examination at the Municipal Health Service:

                                Your study department will arrange an appointment for you at the Municipal Health Service (GGD) or you have to do it yourself. Contact your study department first.

                                You must print, fill in and bring the Tuberculosis Examination Referral Form (you will receive this form attached to your final email from Visacare), completed as much as possible (Section A) and your passport to the appointment with the Municipal Health Service (GGD). Bring your ID.

                                The examination requirement does not apply to citizens originated in the following countries.

                                For students studying in Eindhoven : Immigranten en expats - GGD Brabant-Zuidoost (ggdbzo.nl)

                                For students studying in Tilburg For students studying in Venlo
                                Reitseplein 5 5037 AA Tilburg Zij-ingang - verdieping 5 088 368 7100 Ma t/m vr: 08:30 – 16:30 uur GGD for TBC check: Oranjelaan 21, 6042 BA Roermond 088-1191716

                                Legalized notarized declaration which includes family name, given names, date of birth, place of birth, name of father and name of mother and a notarized certified true copy of the document or documents on which the notary has based his statement regarding the birth and the data of the parents.

                                The following documents will be accepted:

                                • Hukou of the parents in which the birth of the child is registered;
                                • Declaration of the hospital which explicitly states that this statement can be used for the registration of the birth in the Hukou registry;
                                • A statement from the Public Security Bureau where the requested data prove out;
                                • Notarized certified copy of the updated and complete Hukou of the child itself.

                                This should be done as soon as possible, as the legalisation process can take a number of months.

                                  •       Living in Eindhoven

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                                    Brainport Region Eindhoven: an international centre of science and technology

                                    The region Eindhoven is located in the South-East of the Netherlands and is a top technology breeding ground for innovation and is home to world-class businesses, knowledge institutes and research institutions. This region is internationally known as Brainport Region; a European centre of science and technology. Eindhoven is a genuine student city, with a wide-ranging array of student facilities available.

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                                  •       Useful links
                                  •   Contact

                                    Contact and location

                                    Eindhoven

                                    Rondom 1
                                    0031885075277
                                    studyiem@fontys.nl
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                                  •   To prepare

                                    Welcome to Fontys! We are looking forward to meeting you in person. To get you well prepared for your study at Fontys ICT, we have gathered all information you need on this page. Please check this website regularly so you don't miss an update. If you still have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. See you soon!

                                    Get prepared to start your studies at Fontys ICT!

                                    Below you will find practical information about e.g. your application, Fontys account, on campus WiFi, books and laptop requirements.

                                    Your application

                                    You have sent in your application to Fontys ICT through the website studielink.nl and have received a confirmation e-mail from Studielink. In Studielink you will find a 'To Do List' where you can check the actions you still need to complete. You will also receive information about your application from the administrative office.

                                    For all of your questions related to enrolment procedures, visa and housing, please contact our administrative office.

                                    Campus Rachelsmolen
                                    Building R10, room 1.06a
                                    Opening hours: Monday to Thursday from 09:00 - 15:30hrs.
                                    Email: studyict@fontys.nl

                                    Fontys offers prospective students a Study Choice Check to support them in their study orientation and study choice process. Participation in the Study Choice Check is not compulsory for students applying for admission on the basis of an international diploma.

                                    The main goal of the Study Choice Check is to determine how well your study programme suits your interests. This will benefit the chances of you enjoying your study time and succeeding at Fontys and ultimately also in your career. The Study Choice Check is a final confirmation to help you to decide. This will help you feel more confident, whatever your choice may be.

                                    If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact your study programme.

                                    The course of events surrounding the Study Choice Check and the study choice advice are detailed in the Study Choice Check rules. Specific details for each study programme are included in the Teaching and Examination Regulations of the study programme concerned.

                                    The tuition fees indicator helps you to determine the tuition rate for your situation. The information and tuition rates from this indicator are without engagement.


                                    Statutory tuition fees and institutional tuition fees

                                    A distinction is made between statutory tuition fees and institutional tuition fees. Only if you satisfy all statutory requirements regarding your nationality and if you have not yet been awarded a degree, will you be eligible for statutory tuition fees. Via the tuition fees indicator, you can secure an indication of the type of tuition fees that will be applicable in your situation. To do so, please make use of the indicator above.

                                    Distinctions are made between the following types of Institutional Tuition Fees:

                                    • Low institutional tuition fees
                                    • High institutional tuition fees


                                    Different types of tuition fees and Exemption Regulations

                                    These different types of tuition fees and the Exemption Regulations are fully detailed in the:

                                        The amount to be paid may vary in accordance with the following situations:

                                        • If you have enrolled in more than one course programme (at Fontys and/or elsewhere), it is possible that you may only be obliged to pay one set of statutory tuition fees.
                                        • If you believe that you may be eligible to pay only the statutory tuition fees on the basis of information that may be unknown to us, please report this to your Course Department.
                                        • If it later transpires that you do not meet the requirements for statutory tuition fees, you will be obliged to pay the (higher) institutional tuition fees and if this is the case, you will be notified accordingly.

                                        How to pay tuition fees

                                        Please ensure that you have arranged the payment of your Tuition Fees prior to commencing your course programme(s). If you fail to do so, your (re-) enrolment will not be finalised and you will not be permitted to follow your chosen course programme(s). Please also note that if you are not enrolled, you will not be entitled to receive any student grants and/or loans.


                                        Digital Authorisation

                                        You pay your tuition fees via a digital (direct debit) authorisation, either all at once or in instalments (via Fontys). You can fill in your payment details via Studielink.

                                        • Start September: On or around 15 May, you can fill in your payment details via Studielink.
                                        • Start February: You can fill in your payment details via Studielink as soon as your enrolment request is processed by Fontys.

                                        More information about entering your payment details in Studielink can be found at info.studielink.nl/en. A lot of information can also be found in the Studielink Q&A - payment method section.

                                        Questions regarding Tuition Fee payments

                                        Using Studielink for the first time? Use this step-by-step plan where you will find more detailed descriptions.

                                        If you cannot find the answer to your question via Q&A, you will need to contact your course department. To be issued with a proof of payment document regarding your Tuition Fees (if you have enrolled in a course programme at Fontys and you have enrolled in a second course programme at another institute), you will also need to contact your course department.

                                        If someone else is paying your tuition fees, you can indicate this in Studielink. After completing your payment information, you will receive an email with a payment link that you must forward to the person who will pay tuition fees on your behalf. Using this payment link, the person enters their own payment information after which the tuition fees will be deducted from the specified account. More information on this can be found at info.studielink.nl/en and in the Studielink Q&A - payment method section.

                                        If you also want to attend a study programme at another higher education institution during an academic year and you are eligible for statutory tuition fees for both programmes, you only have to pay tuition fees once. Before starting your study programme, you can arrange for a Proof of Paid Tuition Fees through Studielink. For this, see the step-by-step plan 'Paying with Proof of Paid Tuition Fees' at info.studielink.nl/en.

                                        If it is not yet possible at the other educational institution to arrange a Proof of Paid Tuition Fees via Studielink, please contact your study programme at Fontys to request your Proof of Paid Tuition Fees.

                                        Are you already following a study programme at another educational institution and want a second enrolment at Fontys? If so, you can also arrange for a Proof of Paid Tuition Fees through Studielink. This document will then be sent to Fontys via Studielink. For this, see the step-by-step plan 'Paying with Proof of Paid Tuition Fees' at info.studielink.nl/en.

                                        If the other educational institution is unable to forward a Proof of Paid Tuition Fees through Studielink, please contact your study programme at the other educational institution.

                                        Two or more enrolments at Fontys

                                        If you are enrolled in two or more study programmes at Fontys, enter your payment information for Fontys once in Studielink and pay the total amount of tuition fees due for the various study programmes. When statutory tuition fees for all enrolments are concerned, you pay a total of one statutory tuition fee. An exception to this rule may apply to students who have already completed a degree and are paying statutory tuition fees. In cases such as this, please contact your study programme.

                                        Minor at Fontys

                                        What if you registered for a minor at Fontys? If so, you should send an original Proof of Paid Tuition Fees from the institution where you pay tuition before the start of your study programme. Please contact your study programme in this respect.

                                        If you have a Bank account number, of which the bank is not situated in one of the SEPA countries, but you have the nationality of one of the countries included in the EEA*, you will not be able to pay the tuition fee via a digital authorisation, but you will receive a payment agreement from Fontys. This payment agreement will be sent to your Fontys e-mail address and the e-mail address you indicated in Studielink. Please duly complete and sign this payment agreement before the start of your studies and send it to us by post. You will find the address at the bottom of the payment agreement.
                                        It is also possible to scan the completed and signed payment agreement and send it by e-mail to paymentsv@fontys.nl. Please only use this e-mail address for sending the payment agreement and not for sending other enrolment-related documents or questions. 

                                        *The countries included in the EEA are as follows: all EU countries, including Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Switzerland is also regarded as an EEA country. 

                                        If you have a Bank account number, of which the bank is not situated in one of the SEPA countries, and you are a national of a country outside the EEA without an address in The Netherlands, then you will receive a payment letter from Fontys via your course department.
                                        If your employer is prepared to pay your Tuition Fees, you will need to confirm the digital authorisation yourself in Studielink, using your own bank account number. In order to then claim reimbursement of these costs from your employer, you may request a proof of payment document from your Course Department. You may then submit this document with your claim for reimbursement to your employer. Fontys does not issue invoices to employers. If this is not sufficient for your employer, please contact your course department.
                                        If your Tuition Fees are to be paid on your behalf of UAF (The Foundation for Refugee Students), you must not submit a digital authorisation in Studielink. In this case, the payment will be arranged directly by the foundation.

                                        When you go to re-enrol, you may choose to reuse the digital direct debit authorisation for a previous academic year for the forthcoming academic year. If you choose this option, you don't need to enter any new payment information. You still have to indicate whether you want to pay in a lump sum or in instalments.

                                        If you don't want to reuse your details, you must enter new payment details in the usual way. Please note that this option is only available if you pay yourself via digital direct debit authorisation.

                                        If you have indicated in Studielink that you are paying yourself via a digital direct debit authorisation, you always have the option to change your account number in Studielink under the Payment tab.

                                        For more information on changing your payment details through Studielink, see the corresponding step-by-step plan at info.studielink.nl/en or the Studielink Q&A.

                                        If you are not yet 18 at the time you want to enter your payment details in Studielink, it is not possible to arrange a digital (direct debit) authorisation. This is because a digital (direct debit) authorisation is a contract with the bank and by law a person under the age of 18 may not enter into a contract with the bank. If this is the case, you have a number of other options for supplying your payment information.

                                        1. Someone else pays your tuition fees

                                        You indicate in Studielink that someone else is paying your tuition fees. See also the information under the heading Third party to pay Tuition Fees.

                                        2a. Start September: You turn 18 between 15 May and 1 September

                                        Will you be turning 18 between 15 May and 1 September? If so, wait to enter your payment information until after your 18th birthday. You can then arrange a digital (direct debit) authorisation without any problems and still be enrolled in time for the start of the academic year.

                                        2b. Start February: You turn 18 before 1 February?
                                        Will you be turning 18 before 1 February? If so, wait to enter your payment information until after your 18th birthday. You can then arrange a digital (direct debit) authorisation without any problems and still be enrolled in time for the start of the academic year.

                                        3. Payment by payment agreement

                                        If no one else can pay your tuition fees, you can pay yourself through a payment agreement by indicating in Studielink that your bank is not in a SEPA country. You must then transfer the full tuition fee amount to Fontys before the start of the study programme.


                                        When to pay tuition fees

                                        When to pay tuition

                                        If paying in instalments

                                        Collection will take place in a maximum of ten equal instalments on or around the 26th of the month. Depending upon the processing time required after your enrolment, the direct debit may need to be moved to the following month. If so, the amount outstanding will then be divided and added to the remaining instalments to be executed until and including the June instalment.

                                        Please note: In relation to the paying in instalments facility, an Administration Fee per Academic Year will be payable. This fee will be debited to your account together with the first instalment payable.

                                        If paying the full sum in a single payment

                                        If you commence your studies on 1 September, the direct debit pertaining to your Tuition Fees will be executed on or around 25 September. If you commence your studies after 1 September, the direct debit will be executed on or around the 26th of the month in which you commence your studies.

                                        Using the tuition fees indicator, you can determine which tuition rate applies to you. The amounts mentioned are for the entire year (12 months). If you start mid-term or in February, you will only pay for the number of months you are enrolled.

                                        Please note:If you have submitted your ‘Request for Enrolment’ after the date upon which the last direct debit was to be executed (i.e. on or around 25 June), payment of the full sum in a single payment will be the only option possible.

                                        In all cases (i.e. paying in instalments or in a single payment), prior to the execution of each direct debit, you will be sent a message in which you will be advised of the exact date upon which the direct debit is to be executed.

                                        If the whole amount, or an instalment (only possible when paying via a digital authorisation), cannot be directly debited, a Payment Reminder will be sent to you.
                                        If payment is still not made within the specified term, a payment demand will follow. If the payment demand relates to tuition fees, and payment is still not made within 14 days following the date of the payment demand, Fontys will terminate your registration by the second month following the date of the payment demand. When you receive this payment demand, your Fontys account will be blocked simultaneously. As soon as Fontys has received your payment, your account will be accessible within a few working days.

                                        Are you a talented student with a non-EEA nationality and do you wish to study in the Netherlands at Fontys University of Applied Sciences?

                                        There are scholarships available for Non-EU / Non-EEA students that want to come to the Netherlands for their studies.

                                        You might also be eligible for other scholarships not provided by Fontys. These can be found on Grantfinder.nl

                                        More information about the Holland scholarships programme

                                        Account and IT information

                                        After applying you received an e-mail from us with your personal login details. Sender e-mail: 'no-reply@fontys.nl'. Subejct e-mail: 'Fontys account creatie/creation'. Please save this e-mail carefully, you will need it!

                                        For practically all online services at Fontys you have to sign in with your Fontys account. This account is a username and password combination. Your user name contains a PCN (Personal Communication Number) and the domain: '@student.fontys.nl'.

                                        Being able to work and study securely is of the utmost importance at Fontys. That is why we continuously work on improving information security. We switched to a new way of signing in at Fontys: in addition to your username and password, you will also use an extra step as verification (multifactor authentication).

                                        Eduroam (education roaming) is a service which enables students, researchers and staff to securely access the wireless internet at the Fontys campus and whilst visiting other participating institutions, using the username and login provided by Fontys. 

                                        Advice: Install the setting of eduroam on your private laptop, smartphone and tablet, at home according to the instructions. All will be set and ready to go when you arrive at the Fontys campus.

                                        Short steps

                                        1. Use your data connection or connect your device with an available WIFI network. At Fontys you can use: Fontys_WIFI_start
                                        2. Scan the QR-code or use a browser (Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer) to access the website: http://wifi.fontys.nl
                                        3. Read the instructions and follow them step by step
                                        4. When requested: fill in your Fontys credentials <PCN>@student.fontys.nl
                                        5. The correct settings will be downloaded. You will still be asked to typ your Fontys password (associated with your PCN)
                                        6. After this steps all will be set and you are connected with eduroam.

                                        Through intranet we communicate with colleagues and students. After your final registration as a new student and start of the new education year, you can login here by means of your student i-account. On this portal you can find most information about:

                                        • Study guide
                                        • Class schedules
                                        • Annual schedules
                                        • Content of modules
                                        • Information from your mentor

                                        How do I get the card?

                                        The student card is proviced once free of charge at the beginning of or during the academic year to all students who register for the first time at Fontys University of Applied Sciences. You will receive a student card when you are registered and you have uploaded a passport photo via www.fontyskaart.nl.

                                        To upload your photo, click on the photobox on the page and follow the instructions on the screen.

                                        It is most convenient if you have your student card right from the start of the educational year. It is best to apply for the card as soon as you know what is your address in the Netherlands.

                                        Ambience photo Fontys

                                        When do I need a student card?

                                        • As proof of identity at Fontys Universities; in order to prove who you are when requested (for example at exams).
                                        • Logging on to the Canon printers.
                                        • Access control; students can use the card to gain entry to buildings on Fontys property and at automated barriers.
                                        • Lockers; the student card can be used for the lockers in some Fontys buildings.
                                        • For the loan of equipment from the media libraries.

                                        Fontys provides you with ‘@student.fontys.nl’ email address. You can log in with your Fontys account. When you start your studies at Fontys, we will no longer send e-mails to your private email address, but instead only use your Fontys email address. Make sure you check this account regularly!

                                        iPhone and iPad

                                        • Choose: Outlook for iOS in the Apple Store and install the app.
                                        • Add account and fill in your email address (name@student.fontys.nl)
                                        • Open verificator and you will be directed to the Fontys inlog page
                                        • Remove the email address and fill in your Fontys credentials:
                                          username: *PCN*@student.fontys.nl
                                          Password: the password to your Fontys account
                                        • Skip the First Run Experience
                                        • Enable Notifications
                                        • Tap Allow 'Outlook can send you messages"

                                        Android phones and tablets

                                        • Settings > Accounts & Synchronisation > Add Account > Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync.

                                        • Fill in the required details:

                                          Domain                                          : The domain students use is: BERGEN. When domain is optional, leave this field blank. Some devices require the notation domain\username in one field. In that case write down: BERGEN\<PCN>.
                                          Username:
                                          Your username is: <PCN>@student.fontys.nl. Some devices require the notation domain\username in one field. In that case write down: BERGEN\<PCN>.
                                          Emailadress:
                                          Write down your Fontys emailadress: <emailalias>@student.fontys.nl
                                          Password:
                                          The password to your Fontys account.
                                          Server:
                                          If your device asks for this, write down outlook.fontys.nl

                                        StudentApp

                                        The StudentApp 'MijnFontys' shows you your studyresults, important messages and news. As a student you receive push notificatons about schedule changes, grades and a calendar with important dates, for example exams, internships, submit assignments etc. (depending on whether your department made it available in the app).

                                        The Fontys Student app ​​contains the following functionalities: timetables, study results and news. You will also find useful links and more information about help during your studies here.

                                        Login with your Fontys credentials ([PCN]@student.fontys.nl and password) and easily add or change your timetable(s) yourself.

                                        Questions about the Student App? 

                                        Mail: studentenapp@fontys.nl or call the IT Servicedesk (+318850 77777).

                                        For questions about your schedule and study, please contact the secretary of your department.

                                        If you click the button below you will find English information and manuals on various IT topics. You'll be able to find information about the Fontys network, printing, storage, mail, etcetera. You can also find the contact details of our IT Servicedesk here.

                                        Do you have problems logging into the Studentportal ICT, did you lose your account details or did you not receive them at all?

                                        Please contact our IT helpdesk, called ISSD (ICT Student Service Desk) to help you out. At the ISSD you can also borrow all kinds of computer materials.

                                        Building R10, first floor
                                        Opening hours: Daily between 08:45 - 17:00hrs.

                                        Study materials

                                        Both on and off campus you will use your computer a lot. For some specific activities we have so-called innovationlabs: Gameslab, Securitylab, Accenturelab, Multimedia kitchen and Virtual Reality lab. You can work there with advanced, state of the art technology. Besides that, every student is obliged to have and to use their own laptop. We made sure we have:

                                        • A lot of power sockets to plug in your laptop;
                                        • Most of the needed software applications, available for free through surfspot.nl (see information below);
                                        • Many network connections so you can use a network cable for fast internet connection;
                                        • Wireless internet throughout the whole building.

                                        Laptop requirements

                                        At the start or your studies any working laptop will do. You can use your own laptop if you already have one. When you need to buy one, you can buy any laptop at this moment. What we do ask of you, is to use Windows and your OS is in English. Next to that, you need to be able to run 'Visual Studio' – if not on your laptop, virtual or on a terminal server will do as well. Because of this, we advise you to have a laptop with enough space on the hard drive.

                                        Additional costs

                                        It is possible that you will need some small computer supplies or hardware after you started your study programme. Most of the time, this will only be a small amount of money.

                                        Software deals for education

                                        SURFspot is the ultimate non-profit ICT online store. SURFspot offers an educational discount on software, hardware and online educational resources.

                                        So how does it work?
                                        Go to SURFspot.nl and log in using your Fontys account (PCN@student.fontys.nl + password)

                                        Because most information is available digitally, you don't need books for the first semester.
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                                        Working with other students in a group teaches you to be more collaborative, outgoing and respectful of others work and opinions."
                                        Student about her experiences

                                      •   Starting your studies
                                        When starting your studies at Fontys, it is nice to know when we expect to meet you on campus for the first time and what you will experience in the first months at Fontys ICT in Eindhoven.

                                        For a successful enrollment it is necessary that you come to Eindhoven on Friday January 27th in person to show your original diploma from your previous education with the corresponding list of marks. This is an important condition to complete your enrollment. All international students will get an invitation by email for this Diploma-check day. If you do not manage to come to Eindhoven on this particular date, your enrollment will be terminated. In that case, you could reapply for September 2023.

                                        International bachelor students only (so no exchange students and no national Dutch students) will be expected at school for their diploma-check and information about other administrative matters, such as getting settled in Eindhoven, appointment with the municipality, health matters, etc.

                                        During diploma check you will be asked to show:

                                        • a certified copy of your diploma and final transcript
                                        • or to show the original documents

                                        This is COMPULSORY!

                                        Deadline: January 27th, 2023.

                                        Location: Building R10, 1st floor, Student Desk in front of the stairs, room 1.06A.

                                        Time: 10.00 - 12.00 hours

                                        Staff: Mrs. Ellen de Croon

                                        Study association Proxy will provide entertainment during this day. You can expect some gaming, elder year students to talk to and information/booth about the student.

                                        After Diploma-check day, all course based FHICT students (both national and international) will receive an email invitation no later than Tuesday January 31st, containing more details about Start Up day on February 2nd, such as location and time when they are expected at which location.

                                        If you did not yet get an email by February 1st, please send your email to: studentdeskfhict-teama@fontys.nl requesting details about start of your studies.

                                        A tour through the city center of Eindhoven to learn more about the city along with games and challenges!

                                        Needed items: Bring your own lunch and be ready for rain and wind. Welcome to the Netherlands 🙂

                                        Location: Building R10, 1st floor, Student Desk in front of the stairs, room 1.06A.

                                        Time: 12.00 - 15.00 hours

                                        Staff: Members of study association Proxy

                                        More information: available on the Proxy website

                                        Contact: If you want to join us, please sign up through the form at the bottom of this page.

                                        Join various sport activities at the Student Sport Centre with your friends. It is a perfect way to bond and explore awesome facilities.

                                        You can also benefit from discounted membership and join one or multiple sport associations.

                                        Needed items: Sport clothes, Water bottles, Sports shoes, lunch & towels

                                        Location: Student Sports Center (SSC), Onze lieve Vrouwenstraat 1, 5612AW Eindhoven

                                        Time: 09.45 - 12.30 hours

                                        Staff: Members of study association Proxy

                                        More information: available on the Proxy website

                                        Contact: If you want to join us, please sign up through the form at the bottom of this page.

                                        Proxy will organise multiple activities in R10 to let the new students get to know each other better and be a bit more relaxed and familiar with the atmosphere.

                                        Needed items: No need, but if you want to bring some games, snacks or food we would appreciate them 🙂

                                        Location: R10, Campus Rachelsmolen, Eindhoven

                                        Time: 10.00 - 15.00 hours

                                        Staff: Members of study association Proxy

                                        More information: available on the Proxy website

                                        Contact: If you want to join us, please sign up through the form at the bottom of this page.

                                        Every FHICT new student will receive a personal invitation for this day with the exact time schedule and programme of the Start-Up day. If you did not receive an email by Wednesday February 1st, 2023, please send an email to: studentdeskfhict-teama@fontys.nl

                                        In general the day will provide an introduction to your mentor and class mates, introduction to study association Proxy and information about your learning environment and course materials.

                                        Class lists

                                        Class lists will not be published, but you will meet your class mates during the Start up Day.

                                        Bring along with you

                                        • Laptop
                                        • Lunch
                                        • Your Fontys Student card*

                                        If you have not yet obtained your student pass, please arrange this now by uploading your pass photo on: https://www.fontyskaart.nl/site/welcome

                                        If it is not yet possible for you to upload a photo, then please bring a digital photo along with you.

                                        From this day onward you will need your laptop every day!

                                        You will get access to your exact schedule during your 'Start your studies'-session on February 2nd. In general, lesson times are as indicated in the schedule below.

                                        Lesson time table

                                        Morning Afternoon
                                        09.00 - 12.00 13.00 - 16.00

                                        Proxy will organise a Q&A session for the new students on discord for their questions which were left unanswered during the intro week

                                        Location: online, through the Proxy website

                                        Time: 11.00 - 12.30 hours

                                        Staff: Members of study association Proxy

                                        Contact: If you want to join us, please sign up through the form at the bottom of this page.

                                        Overview of semester 1

                                        February 2nd Start Up Day
                                        Week 1 - 12 Orienting phase courses
                                        Week 13 - 18 Advanced level courses & projects
                                        Week 19 Assessor meeting

                                        If you want to plan holidays or other activities, it is useful to know when exactly we offer no classes.

                                        Download the Fontys ICT annual educational schedule 2023-2024

                                      •   Community

                                        Join our community

                                        Fontys ICT offers several ways for you to become part of our community. It is not mandatory to join, but we highly recommend it. There is no better way to get to know your future classmates before you even set one foot on campus!

                                        Our student association is for students, by students. PROXY will help you to adapt and find your way. Check out their activities through their Instagram page.

                                        Ambience photo Fontys

                                        Check out the Proxy's Lounge community on Discord - hang out with 158 other members and enjoy free voice and text chat.

                                        Please feel free to join us. You are very much welcome!

                                        If you are interested in more detailed stories from international students or want to get in touch with one or more of them, check out this page.

                                      •   Personal support

                                        Personal support

                                        To give you a good start at Fontys ICT, you will be in close contact with a student coach. He or she is your first point of contact for all practical and study questions, follows your achievements and gives valuable tips and advice where necessary.

                                        We also advise you to bookmark the webpage Fontys helps. This platform offers practical information, personal support when you need extra guidance and useful links. But also interesting initiatives for you to join.

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                                        Fontys Helps

                                        Fontys has an online platform that offers all kinds of practical information, personal support when you are in need of extra guidance and useful links. Bookmark Fontys Helps

                                      •   Studentcoaching

                                        Coaching

                                        In the first year, you will be assigned a personal semester coach. He or she will be your primary point of contact, with whom you will have regular communication. Your coach will monitor your progress, provide useful tips and advice as needed.

                                        To ensure your successful study experience, Fontys University pays personal attention to you. You will receive guidance in your development and exploration of your talents. Of course, we are also here to assist you with any questions regarding time management, additional study support, dyslexia, and autism, among others.

                                        Student+ is a service provided by Fontys ICT for all ICT students. We offer a wide range of trainings, workshops, and individual and group coaching programs, for example, for students with autism, ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, or exam anxiety. We also support students who struggle with study planning and organization, physical and/or mental health issues, or students who balance their studies with elite sports or caregiving responsibilities. It is important to us that all these students have equal opportunities and receive the help they need. If you would like to get in touch with us, please email us at studentplus@fontys.nl.

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                                        Student+

                                      •   Your stay in the Netherlands

                                        Your stay in the Netherlands

                                        Ambience photo Fontys

                                        There is a lot to see and experience in the Netherlands. Here you'll find a lot of information about studying at Fontys, accommodation and also practical information like enrolling, visa, finances etc.

                                      •     Preparing your stay in the Netherlands

                                        Contact and location (Building R10)

                                        Eindhoven

                                        Rachelsmolen 1
                                        003188507577
                                        studyict@fontys.nl

                                      •       Finance and housing
                                        It is very exciting to study in another country and an experience of a lifetime, but it is also a big step. We have tried to put everything you need to know about studying in Eindhoven in one place to help you get started. Are you still unsure about something? Make sure to get in touch, we are here to help you.

                                        Finance and housing

                                        It's very important to look into student accommodation in time. Besides that, make sure to check out the information about opening a Dutch bank account if you don't have one already.

                                        Information about opening a bank account in the Netherlands

                                        This text addresses a few financial aspects typical for the Netherlands, which could make your stay a lot easier.

                                        Why a Dutch bank account?

                                        A Dutch bank account helps you with your financial needs in The Netherlands during your stay. More specifically it enables you:

                                        • To pay the annual tuition fee for your study in equal instalments (for instance, per month)
                                        • Pay the rent of your room automatically every month
                                        • Make low value payments in shops, at school (canteen), vendor machines etc
                                        • To do PIN transactions in the Netherlands, free of charge
                                        • The bank card enables use of ATMs and payments all over the world
                                        • Easy internet banking, which is included in your bank account application.

                                        How to open a Dutch bank account?

                                        Visit the banks of your choice and provide the following documents:

                                        • Your valid passport, of which a photocopy will be made
                                        • A proof of enrolment or registration at Fontys
                                        • Your residence permit for the Netherlands or the approval letter of the Dutch Immigration Service (IND) in case you do not have your residence permit card yet.
                                        • Your citizen registration number (BSN). You have received this number at your registration at the City hall. Or you will receive it shortly after your registration. Some banks allow you to hand in the BSN later (max 6 weeks)
                                        • Proof of your address (copy rental contract of your room)
                                        • If you do not have a BSN number fill in Tax of Identification Number / Social Security Number home land.

                                        Note:

                                        In case you are a minor (<18) opening a bank account will not be easy. Bring the personal data of one of your parents, a home address and an email address. You are allowed to hand in your citizen registration number (BSN) at a later moment. If you have a birth certificate with you it will be of help.

                                        Further instructions will be provided by the bank of your choice:

                                        Rabobank

                                        Office Eindhoven
                                        Emmasingel 4,
                                        5611 AZ Eindhoven

                                        ING Bank

                                        Office Eindhoven
                                        Nieuwstraat 1-5,
                                        5611 DA Eindhoven

                                        ABN-Amro bank

                                        Office Eindhoven
                                        Vestdijk 18,
                                        5611 CC Eindhoven

                                        Please note!

                                        Available student housing is limited, so read this information carefully and take action today to find your accommodation.

                                        If you are unable to secure suitable accommodation by the beginning of the academic year, we strongly advise you not to come to the Netherlands.

                                        Before starting your study at Fontys, you must find suitable housing. Unfortunately, it is not easy for international students to find accommodation in the Netherlands due to the housing crisis. Start your accommodation search early. Please be aware that finding a place to live is your own responsibility.

                                        Although Fontys does not have its own campus dorms, we cooperate with several accommodations agencies and landlords (further on this website referred to as housing agencies). Through such cooperation, Fontys can provide students with guidance in finding accommodation for the first semester or academic year at Fontys. Please note that applying for accommodation through Fontys does not automatically guarantee housing and after the deadline we can't accept new applications.

                                        Check out these tips

                                        • Fontys can offer housing for a limited number of students. Fill in the application form before the 15th of June (Fall semester) the 8th of December (Spring semester). The form will be online in April 2023
                                        • You can find a room through (commercial) housing agencies in the city you want to study in.
                                        • If you know students that already study at Fontys, make sure to ask for their help.
                                        • Expand your search. Don’t just look for a room in the city but also in villages nearby.
                                        • Post a message on social media that you are looking for housing.
                                        • Beware of scammers. Check our tips to prevent scams.
                                        • Listen to the experiences of international students in the Nuffic podcast 'Finding student housing in the Netherlands'.

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                                        Need help?

                                        Get in touch with Student Administration International.

                                        internationalstudents@fontys.nl

                                        Although Fontys does not have its own campus dorms, it has established cooperations with a number of different accommodations agencies and landlords (further on this website referred to as housing agency). Through such cooperations, Fontys can provide students with guidance in finding accommodation for the first semester or academic year at Fontys.Unfortunately Fontys can only guarantee housing for a limited number of students. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you keep on trying to find a room yourself and start your search process well in time.

                                        The deadline to hand in your accommodation form is the 15th of June if you start in September or the 8th of December if you start in February. If you are not admissible to the study of your choice, your request for accommodation will be cancelled without charge. Keep us informed if you have found your own accommodation. If you cancel your registration before the deadline, there will be no financial consequences.

                                        Our department International students will do its utmost to find accommodation but . Only after the deadline has passed, Fontys will inform you whether a room will be offered to you.

                                        Please note that it is not possible to view your future accommodation before signing your rental agreement. However, Fontys guarantees minimum quality standards for all accommodation.

                                        • Read the General information on Accommodation and the Terms and conditions.
                                        • Fill in and send the accommodation form before the deadline: Fall semester 15 June, Spring semester 8 December.
                                        • You will receive a confirmation on receipt of the accommodation form
                                        • Only after the deadline has passed, will Fontys inform you whether a room will be offered to you.
                                        • You will receive detailed information about the housing agency 4 weeks before start of study at the latest.
                                        • The Housing agency will contact you.
                                        • Transfer the required amount of rent + deposit before arrival to housing agency (no payment = no entrance accommodation, but still the obligation to close rental contract)
                                        • Accommodation is available on the agreed date.
                                        • You are obliged to accept and pay for the offered room for the whole period. For bachelor students this means one academic year, for exchange student one (or two) semester(s). In the spring semester it is only possible to apply for one semester.
                                        • Fontys can only guarantee housing for a limited number of students. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you keep on trying to find a room yourself and start your search process well in time.
                                        • Mail to internationalstudents@fontys.nl for further questions.
                                        General information, terms and conditions

                                        As Fontys cooperates with a number of different housing agencies and as each party has different standards, the student rooms available vary widely in terms of appearance, size and rental fees. Although it is not possible for students to select the rooms and/or rental fees of their preference, all accommodation arranged by Fontys satisfies the minimum Quality standards of the accommodation. However, stay on the safe side and count on a rental fee of € 600 per month!

                                        Please take into account that – in relation to guarantees – your housing agency will normally request an advance payment of the following items: Two month terms of rental fees and a refundable deposit, usually to the amount of one month of rental fees, as a security bond in relation to any possible damage to the accommodation. Exchange students sometimes need to pay the full semester in advance.

                                        Eindhoven

                                        The average fee to rent a standard student room is between EUR 450 and EUR 600 per month. A standard room means you have to share facilities like the shower, toilet and kitchen.

                                        The semi-studio has its own facilities (e.g. own shower and toilet but shared kitchen) The price can vary up to EUR 700.

                                        The independent studio has its private facilities. price is EUR 780. Only for Bachelor students available. It is possible to apply for housing allowance.

                                        Once you have applied to Fontys for accommodation assistance, you will be obliged to accept and pay for the accommodation offered. Unfortunately Fontys can only guarantee housing for a limited number of students. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you keep on trying to find a room yourself. Keep us informed if you have found your own accommodation.

                                        Keep in mind, if you decide to firstly look for your own accommodation, you should take into account that after the deadline (as stipulated in the Accommodation Form), you will no longer be eligible to apply for accommodation assistance via Fontys! If you wish to arrange your own accommodation, without assistance from Fontys, you will be responsible for paying potential additional costs that may be charged by commercial accommodation agencies. A listing of commercial accommodation agencies is included below.

                                        If you wish to arrange your own accommodation, without assistance from Fontys, you will be responsible for paying potential additional costs that may be charged by commercial accommodation agencies. A listing of commercial accommodation agencies is included below.

                                        Eindhoven

                                          Overall

                                            Can Fontys help me to find an accommodation?

                                            Due to the housing crisis in the Netherlands, there are not enough student accommodation available. Fontys University of Applied Sciences (Fontys) offers a service to help students find suitable furnished housing for the first period of their studies at Fontys. The deadline to hand in your accommodation form is 15 June if you start in September or the 8 December if you start in February. Fontys can only guarantee housing for a limited number of students, so in the meantime it is important to search for an accommodation by yourself. If you find a place by yourself please inform us by writing an email to internationalstudents@fontys.nl .

                                            When will I be informed about the details of my accommodation arranged by Fontys?

                                            Only after the deadline has passed, Fontys will inform you whether a room will be offered to you. No later than three weeks before the start of your study at Fontys, we will inform you about the housing agency you have been assigned to. We will inform you about the procedure to book the room and at what date the room will be available. In some cases, an accommodation agency will issue a student with a login account to give access to their booking system, via which it will be possible for the student to select from the range of accommodation available via the agency’s website. In other cases, an accommodation agency will contact the student to inform him/her of the specific accommodation available.
                                            In August the accommodation will be available as from 2-3 weeks prior to your commencement of studies at Fontys. In January/February the accommodation will be available just a few days before the start of your studies.

                                            When will I be informed in case Fontys can not help me finding a room?

                                            Although our department International students will do its utmost to find accommodation for everyone, we do not have enough rooms to offer to all new students. Your application will be processed on a first come first served basis and a complete enrolment process. So mind the deadlines.If Fontys doesn't have a room available for you, you will be informed ultimately in the last week of June/December.

                                            What happens if I am not admissible to the study?

                                            If you are not admissible to the study of your choice, your request for accommodation will be cancelled without charge. Please inform us by writing an email to internationalstudents@fontys.nl .

                                            Will I be able to share accommodation with a friend?

                                            No, it is not possible to share a room or a studio with a friend. But at the bottom of the accommodation form, you may submit your ‘preference’ to be in the same accommodation with a certain person. We cannot guarantee that your preferences will be met, but we will certainly try to meet your request. With regard to the range of accommodation that we have available, please note that all accommodation is offered on a ‘first in, first served’ basis.

                                            I submitted an Accommodation Form to Fontys, but then I found my own accommodation. Can I cancel my application for accommodation assistance with Fontys?

                                            You can cancel the application only BEFORE you have been assigned to an accommodation. Please send an email to internationalstudents@fontys.nl to cancel the application. If you cancel the accommodation after you have been assigned to an agency, the accommodation will stay empty and you would still have to pay for rent.

                                            After I have been assigned to an accommodation agency, can I switch to another accommodation agency?

                                            No, you cannot switch to another accommodation agency. When we have assigned all students to their accommodation agencies, all available rooms will be allocated to those students. Therefore, switching to another accommodation agency is not possible.

                                            As I will be arriving a few weeks after the commencement date of my rental contract, will I have to pay for the days during which I have not yet occupied my room?

                                            Yes, you will have to pay for all days as from the commencement of your rental contract, which has a fixed commencement date. By signing the Accommodation Form, you declare that you will accept and pay for a room as from a specified date. If you decide to arrive at a later date, you will still be obliged to pay the rental fee as from the commencement date of the rental contract.

                                            I will arrive a few days before my rental contract commences. Will I be able to occupy my accommodation earlier than scheduled?

                                            No, your accommodation will not available prior to the agreed commencement date of your rental contract. If you need a place to stay until that date, you will need to book a room at a hotel, or a B&B (Bed & Breakfast). For further information, please refer to the section, Commercial housing agencies and other parties.

                                            When I have arrived, if I discover that I do not like my room, will I be able to switch to another room?

                                            No, unless your room does not meet the requirements.

                                            If I have a problem with my accommodation agency/landlord, will Fontys solve this for me?

                                            Legally, Fontys will not be one of the parties to the rental contract, which will be between you and the accommodation agency. Therefore, any complaints and problems concerning your accommodation should be reported to your accommodation agency/landlord. However, if your problem is not resolved, or if you need a helping hand, you may contact a Fontys Accommodation Officer and he/she will try to provide you with appropriate advice/assistance.

                                            May I leave my accommodation prior to the termination date of my rental contract?

                                            No, you may not vacate your accommodation prior to the agreed termination date of your rental contract. As you have signed a rental contract, you will be responsible for the payment of the rental fee associated with your accommodation. However, if you pay the rental fees in full up to and including the agreed termination date, of course, you will be able to vacate your accommodation.

                                            What will happen if I am unable to pay my rent?

                                            When you apply for accommodation assistance via Fontys, you are required to sign in agreement to a maximum monthly rental. As such, we will assume that you are fully aware, in advance, of the expenses associated with renting accommodation. Therefore, you will remain responsible for the monthly payment of your rental fees.

                                            Can I select my preferred accommodation?

                                            In general, it is not possible to select the specific accommodation of your choice. Fontys will decide which student will be assigned to which accommodation agency. However, most accommodation agencies have software available that will allow a student to ‘view’ a student room before accepting it.

                                            What will be in my room and what should I bring?

                                            Your room will have certain characteristics, which have been listed under the section, quality standards of the accommodation. Items that you may wish to bring with you, or purchase locally, would include your personal belongings, towels, soap and detergent, food, toilet paper, et cetera.

                                            What happens after the first semester/ academic year?

                                            If you are staying longer than one academic year you need to find an accommodation on your own. Start searching on time. Do not forget to inform the municipality about your new address.
                                            If you are an exchange student you will probably leave the Netherlands after a semester. You need to deregister at the municipality. Note: The landlord of your room can ask you for proof of deregistration at the municipality as a condition to get your deposit back.

                                            My question is not listed here. Whom can I contact for further assistance?

                                            If the answer to your question is not included here, please do not hesitate to contact Team International Students by e-mail, via internationalstudents@fontys.nl.

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                                          •       To arrange

                                            Things you need to arrange before living and studying in the Netherlands

                                            Healthcare in the Netherlands

                                            Healthcare in the Netherlands ranks amongst the best in the world, giving people access to the most advanced treatments and preventative care. Some things, however, may be arranged in a different way than you are used to.

                                            The biggest difference will be the central role of the General Practitioner (GP), in Dutch called the huisarts.

                                            Your GP is the key to the Dutch world of medicine. The GP treats patients for basic problems and can answer most of your general health questions. (S)he will also perform, for example, standard gynecological or pediatric examinations. Your GP will also serve as your link to most other services, such as hospitalization, specialists, home nursing midwifery and physiotherapy. If you call the GP’s office to make an appointment, the GP’s assistant will ask questions to determine the urgency of your situation. The GP’s assistant is a professional and has an obligation of secrecy. Asking questions is done only to have the patient and the doctor better prepared, to suggest alternatives, like a consultation by phone or video, or in some cases, to check if more immediate action is required. If your GP cannot diagnose or treat a problem (s)he will refer you to a specialist. Your GP will usually provide you a letter of referral to be given to the specialist, whom you in turn will call for an appointment. You can however, visit other primary care providers, such as a midwife, physiotherapist or dentist without a referral from your GP.

                                            Most medicines require a prescription from your GP after a personal consultation, since they can be potentially harmful. However, after a consultation, it is possible you will receive a diagnosis but no medication. Dutch physicians believe it is often best to let an illness run its course without expensive and potentially dangerous tests and medication.

                                            It is strongly recommended to register with a GP in your area as soon as you are settled.

                                            Note: You are obliged to be health insured in the Netherlands.

                                            Important links

                                            Healthcare insurance ​​​​​​​​​​​​​

                                            By law, you must have an adequate healthcare insurance, to make sure that you are properly insured during your stay. The type of healthcare insurance you need depends on your personal situation. European (EEA) students should ask their​ own health insurance provider if the existing health insurance policy offers sufficient coverage for medical expenses in the Netherlands. You have to complete your insurance package to cover liability and repatriation. Students from Europe having an EHIC card have to check if this insurance will be valid the entire periode of the stay abroad. This is often not the case.

                                            Fontys recommends the international student-minded health insurance company InsureToStudy One of the many advantages (different to other companies) is that you don't need to declare the costs of your GP visit, because the invoice will be send directly to the insurance. Besides that ITS also reimburses if a student consults a digital doctor.

                                            As a Fontys student you will get a discount!
                                            This insurance covers healthcare, extraordinary costs, repatriation, liability, accidents, legal aid and baggage & household goods. This offer is accessible for all international Fontys students who wish to apply for this insurance or want to change their current insurance. If you apply through this link you will receive the discount automatically. You have to fill in the institution code "FONTYSITS" and you have to use your @student.fontys.nl email address. If you have questions about the insurance you can contact insureToStudy through mail: info@insuretostudy.com or call 0031 70 2051860.

                                            New Non European students are, at least for their first year, obliged to take out the InsureToStudy Master Plan+ insurance which is part of the Fontys Visa procedure.
                                            The Master Plan + insurance offers a very comprehensive coverage relative to the Master Plan insurance. The Master Plan + insurance includes conditions which already exists prior to applying for this insurance, for instance asthma, diabetes, eczema, migraines, but also disadvantages have continued from previous operations. You can even apply for this insurance if you think you're suffering from the coronavirus. The Master Plan + insurance can be applied for by yourself, only by this link.

                                            The Master Plan does not cover existing conditions and disadvantages, this concerns the costs that were to be reasonably expected at the start of the insurance.

                                            Note: You are not allowed to take out a public Dutch health insurance if you are in the Netherlands for study purposes only.


                                            If you cause an accident and someone is injured or if you damage someone's property, you are responsible for paying all the costs of the accident. You might, for example, break something in your rented room. Or, on a more serious note, you might cause a road accident. Accidents like these can be very expensive. You are therefore strongly advised to take out a good liability insurance policy, which will cover the costs in many cases.

                                            Repatriation means returning to your home country. If anything (serious illness or accident) happ​​ens to you in The Netherlands, your insurance should cover the costs of repatriation of yourself (e.g. for treatment required in your home country), or having your parents travel to join you here. Repatriation is also covered for family member in the 1st and 2nd degree by death or very serious illness It would be wise to have an insurance policy covering these costs.

                                            Be sure to extend your insurance in time. If your current insurance is not InsureToStudy and you want to profit the benefits of the ITS insurance you can easy change your insurance.

                                            Contact ITS

                                            Mail: info@insuretostudy.com
                                            WhatsApp: +316 36264401
                                            Phone: +3170 2051860

                                            If you have a student job or a paid internship you are obliged to take out a Dutch basic healthcare insurance. If you already have an InsureToStudy insurance (or if you are willing to take out one), you can profit a very low priced Dutch basic healthcare insurance combination with Hollandzorg.

                                            Apply here for Hollandzorg.

                                            Read more about the Dutch basic healthcare insurance.

                                            Start your preparations early

                                            The Fontys University of Applied Sciences has an agreement with the Dutch Immigration & Naturalisation Service (the ‘IND’) to apply for Entry Visas and Residence Permits on behalf of its students. The required procedure will be commenced before you travel to the Netherlands. Although the ‘IND’ generally processes applications within two-three weeks, we recommend that you start the process early, i.e. approximately three months before you plan to enter the Netherlands, as it may take some time for you to gather all of the required documentation. You will find more information in this brochure: Coming to study in the Netherlands.

                                            To enter the Netherlands for the purpose of studying, you may require a visa and/or a residence permit, depending on the following factors

                                            • Your nationality, i.e. as stated in your passport.
                                            • The duration of your stay, i.e. for less or more than three months.
                                            • The purpose of your stay, i.e. we assume that you intend coming to the Netherlands to study, or for a preparatory year.

                                            Entry Visa / Authorisation for Temporary Stay (‘MVV’)

                                            All non-EU/EEA students entering the Netherlands will require an Entry Visa (‘MVV’), except nationals from Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, New Zealand, South Korea, the UK, the USA and Vatican City State. This Entry Visa is a sticker that is placed in your passport and is issued by the Dutch embassy or consulate in your country of origin.

                                            Additional conditions for students of the following nationalities:

                                            Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Cameroon and Nigeria.

                                            Students of these nationalities have to be aware they have to transfer the full refundable amount of the living expenses to the bank account of Fontys. Proof by financial documents you have access to this amount will not be accepted.

                                            If you are staying in the Netherlands for more than four months you will need to go to the city council and register as a new resident of the town where you are living. Registration regulations may vary from one council to another.

                                            When registering with your local council, you are automatically issued a BSN. BSN is short for Burger Service Nummer, which translates as ‘citizen service number’. The BSN is equivalent to a social security number: a unique registration number for every citizen, used in contacts with any government service. Various people may ask for your BSN. If you have a job, your employer will need to know your BSN. When you open a bank account the bank will also ask for your BSN.

                                            Some study departments arrange the appointment for international students. Please check with your study department if you need to make the appointment yourself or if they will arrange it for you.

                                            Bring the following documents to the appointment

                                            • A valid passport
                                            • Original birth certificate or original legalised true copy of the birth certificate (not older than six months). If your birth certificate was not issued in the Dutch, English, French or German language, you will also need to submit a sworn translation. Additional stamps, from the government of the country which issued the birth certificate, might be required. In order to confirm which legalisation you are required to have, you must contact the Dutch Embassy or Consulate in your own country. Please check https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl to find details of your local Embassy or Consulate
                                            • Proof of civil status only in case you are married, divorced or a widow(er). In Venlo it’s always necessary to bring a proof of civil status
                                            • Rental agreement for your room in the Netherlands
                                            • Declaration of acceptance by Fontys University of Applied Sciences
                                            • Print of the approval letter of the Dutch Immigration Service (IND) if applicable

                                                If you are going to change your address or move to another city do not forget to inform the municipality. If your study period ends and you want to leave the Netherlands, you have to deregister.

                                                Note: The landlord of your room can ask you for proof of deregistration at the municipality as a condition to get your deposit back.

                                                Extra information for students from China

                                                Chinese students are required to bring the following documents in addition:

                                                • Legalized notarized declaration* which includes family name, given names, date of birth, place of birth, name of father and name of mother and a notarized certified true copy of the document or documents on which the notary has based his statement regarding the birth and the data of the parents.

                                                Documents that will be accepted:

                                                • Hukou of the parents in which the birth of the child is registered and a declaration of the hospital which explicitly states that this statement can be used for the registration of the birth in the Hukou registry;
                                                • A statement from the Public Security Bureau where the requested data prove out;
                                                • Notarized certified copy of the updated and complete Hukou of the child itself.
                                                This should be done as soon as possible, as the legalisation process can take a number of months.

                                                Information about legalisation of foreign documents for use in the Netherlands.

                                                Work permit

                                                If you want to work during your studies while staying in the Netherlands, there are some things to keep in mind.

                                                Are you from the EU/EEA or Switzerland? If you are from the EU/EEA or Switzerland you are free to work without restrictions. You do not need a work permit and there are no restrictions regarding working hours.

                                                Are you from outside Europe? If you are not from the EU/EEA or Switzerland, there are some restrictions if you want to work alongside your studies. You can either work for a maximum of 16 hours a week during the year, or you can work fulltime during the months of June, July and August, but only with a work permit.

                                                Your employer has to apply for your work permit (Tewerkstellingsvergunning or short the TWV) at least 5 weeks prior to the start of your employment. The application is free of charge. You cannot apply for the permit yourself. The organization that issues work permits is called the Employee Insurance Agency (UWV). The work permit application must be accompanied by a copy of your residence permit for study purposes and a statement from your education institution confirming that you are enrolled as a student at that institution.

                                                In the case of students seeking to work part-time alongside their studies, there is a simplified application procedure whereby the UWV does not have to perform all the checks stipulated in the Foreign Nationals Employment Act (Wet arbeid vreemdelingen, WAV). Employers are not always aware of this simplified procedure and may therefore be wary about applying for a work permit. There is no need for this, however. 

                                                This is the website (wwww.werk.nl) for your employer to apply for your work permit as a work student. 

                                                The Inspectorate SZW carries out inspections to check whether work permits were issued. If they were not issued this constitutes illegal employment, which is a violation of the Foreign Nationals Employment Act and punishable with severe fines for your employer and the risk for you to lose your residence permit.

                                                Note: As soon as you have a (part-time) job, you are required to have a Dutch public health insurance

                                                In addition to your studies, you are allowed to work in the Netherlands as a self employed individual, as long as you continue to meet the requirements for your residence permit for study. There is no limit to the amount of hours that you are allowed to work as a self employed individual. Also, you do not need a working permit (TWV).

                                                You do need to register your company in the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (Kamer van Koophandel). You need to pay taxes yourself. Whether it is compulsory for you to take out Dutch public healthcare insurance depends on your situation. To find out,  you can undergo a Wlz review carried out by the SVB.

                                                The employer does not need to apply for a work permit for you. The employer must, however, be able to present an internship agreement to the Labour Inspectorate, upon request.

                                                You are legally obliged to sign an internship agreement with your higher education institution and internship employer. We strongly advise you to use the standard internship agreement for non-EU-EEA students drawn up by Nuffic in consultation with the Dutch government.

                                                student trainee agreement (three party contract)

                                                Note: If you are doing an internship for which you are paid at least as much as the Dutch minimum wage, you are subject to compulsory insurance under the Wlz scheme. Check this explanation of the minimum wage. If you receive expenses this will also count as remuneration for your internship. Contact the SVB (Sociale Verzekeringsbank), which is the organisation that implements national insurance schemes in the Netherlands and start the Wlz assessment when you are in doubt. 

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                                              •       Checklist arrival in the Netherlands

                                                Checklist arrival in the Netherlands

                                                For all international students, EU and Non EU-students

                                                Important documents / useful items
                                                • Valid passport (including visa, if needed);
                                                • Sufficient funds for the expenses that you will incur during the first month of your stay. You will need to take into account payment for your accommodation (including a security deposit) and your general living expenses;
                                                • Medical records;
                                                • Arrange health, liability and repatriation insurance (for EEA students);
                                                • Important addresses and telephone numbers (e.g. contact numbers for Fontys, your accommodation, your country’s embassy, et cetera);
                                                • The original diploma and certified copies diploma and grade list both in original language and translation (if applicable, joined by a translation made by a sworn translator);
                                                • Arrange accommodation (only if you haven't applied for accommodation via Fontys);
                                                • Proof of vaccination.

                                                Important documents you will need to register at the City Hall

                                                • Proof of civil status only in case you are married, divorced or a widow(er);
                                                • Rental agreement for the room in the Netherlands;
                                                • Copy of admission letter of Fontys University of Applied Sciences;
                                                • Original birth certificate or original legalised true copy of the birth certificate (not older than six months) If your birth certificate was not issued in the Dutch, English, French or German language, you will also need to submit a sworn translation.

                                                Additional stamps, from the government of the country which issued the birth certificate, might be required. In order to confirm which legalisation you are required to have, visit this website. Please check www.netherlandsandyou.nl to find details of your local Embassy or Consulate.

                                                • Your passport, including a ‘Machtiging tot Voorlopig Verblijf’, or ‘MVV’ (an ‘Authorisation for Temporary Stay’) if you are a student hailing from a country for which an Entry Visa is required;
                                                • Print of the approval letter of the Dutch Immigration Service (IND) (if you have applied for a Dutch residence permit STUDY);
                                                • Print of your InsureToStudy insurance policy. Save the attached scan in your cell phone Please note: Fontys has arranged this student insurance on your behalf. InsureToStudy has sent you, beside the pre-policy, a link to pay the premium digitally. You have to pay for the insurance offered by InsureToStudy before your departure to the Netherlands. The Dutch Immigration Service requires a student insurance beside your residence permit for the Netherlands. The insurance card and the overview of the cover of the policy will be sent to your Dutch room address. The insurance company will contact you after your arrival in the Netherlands to ask your room address. Look at their website (downloads) for more information about the cover: https://www.insuretostudy.com/en/;
                                                • Instructions to locate your country’s embassy/consulate.
                                                • The Tuberculosis test referral form (if applicable). Please print it and fill in all data before you travel to the Netherlands;

                                                Undergo a tuberculosis examination at the Municipal Health Service:

                                                Your study department will arrange an appointment for you at the Municipal Health Service (GGD) or you have to do it yourself. Contact your study department first.

                                                You must print, fill in and bring the Tuberculosis Examination Referral Form (you will receive this form attached to your final email from Visacare), completed as much as possible (Section A) and your passport to the appointment with the Municipal Health Service (GGD). Bring your ID.

                                                The examination requirement does not apply to citizens originated in the following countries.

                                                For students studying in Eindhoven : Immigranten en expats - GGD Brabant-Zuidoost (ggdbzo.nl)

                                                For students studying in Tilburg For students studying in Venlo
                                                Reitseplein 5 5037 AA Tilburg Zij-ingang - verdieping 5 088 368 7100 Ma t/m vr: 08:30 – 16:30 uur GGD for TBC check: Oranjelaan 21, 6042 BA Roermond 088-1191716

                                                Legalized notarized declaration which includes family name, given names, date of birth, place of birth, name of father and name of mother and a notarized certified true copy of the document or documents on which the notary has based his statement regarding the birth and the data of the parents.

                                                The following documents will be accepted:

                                                • Hukou of the parents in which the birth of the child is registered;
                                                • Declaration of the hospital which explicitly states that this statement can be used for the registration of the birth in the Hukou registry;
                                                • A statement from the Public Security Bureau where the requested data prove out;
                                                • Notarized certified copy of the updated and complete Hukou of the child itself.

                                                This should be done as soon as possible, as the legalisation process can take a number of months.

                                                  •       Living in Eindhoven

                                                    Ready to study in Eindhoven?

                                                    Brainport Region Eindhoven: an international centre of science and technology

                                                    The region Eindhoven is located in the South-East of the Netherlands and is a top technology breeding ground for innovation and is home to world-class businesses, knowledge institutes and research institutions. This region is internationally known as Brainport Region; a European centre of science and technology. Eindhoven is a genuine student city, with a wide-ranging array of student facilities available.

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                                                    A fun online PC game for internationals to know more about the Brainport Eindhoven region, Dutch culture and language.

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                                                  •       Useful links
                                                  •   Contact

                                                    Contact and location (Building R10)

                                                    Eindhoven

                                                    Rachelsmolen 1
                                                    studyict@fontys.nl
                                                    Mrs. Ellen de Croon