Checklist

Things to bring:

• A passport, valid for at least one month after your departure from the Netherlands (or ID card for EU citizens)
• Legalised birth certificate (if your place of birth is not in your passport)
• Proof of health insurance
• 2 Passport photo(s)
• Cash or traveller’s checks to cover expenses in the first week or two
• A credit card (Visa or Mastercard) is highly recommended
• Bed linen / towels
• A rain coat, a warm jacket, scarf and gloves

Things to do before you leave:

• Make an appointment to pick up your keys
• Check with your bank about credit card and ATM use in the Netherlands
• Arrange health and liability insurance
• Send the documents for your residence permit (if applicable)
• Find out the date for your faculty orientation

Things to do upon arrival:

• Pick up your key and housing contract
• Pay rent and deposit
• Attend general and faculty orientation!
• Pick up your student card from your coordinator