Visas and permits for studying in Holland
The University you have chosen will apply for your visa for you. This process starts once you confirm your place at Holland International Study Centre and usually takes about four to six weeks. Below is a guide to the student visa application process.
Do I need a visa?
Most students who live outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland need a visa to study in Holland. Your chosen university will start the application process for you when you enrol on a programme with the International Study Centre.
Student visa application process
- Confirm your place at Holland International Study Centre,
- Read guide from the Admissions department about next steps to apply for your study visa.
- When you have a conditional offer for a degree at your chosen Dutch university, the University will start the visa application process for you.
- They will let you know the documents you need to send to the University as part of your visa application
- When the University has received all documents and processed your application, the application will be sent to the Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND).
- The university will keep you updated during the application process.
Visas for all Foundation students will be applied for in the summer.