# International Onboarding Market

**Source**: https://www.utwente.nl/en/education/student-services/upcoming-students/onboarding-market/
**Parent**: https://www.utwente.nl/en/education/student-services/get-started-guide/

Visit the onboarding Market to arrange practical matters upon arrival as an **international student** at ut.

Are you a new international student? Join us at the Onboarding Market to find out about all the things you need to [arrange](https://www.utwente.nl/en/education/student-services/upcoming-students/onboarding-market/#matters-to-arrange) when you arrive in Enschede. But don't worry, there are many services and student associations to support you at UT.

At the Onboarding Market you can meet representatives from the UT and external [organisations](https://www.utwente.nl/en/education/student-services/upcoming-students/onboarding-market/#organisations) and ask questions about formalities, housing, insurance, bank accounts, public transport, medical services, language courses and support services. Attendance is highly recommended to help you adjust to life in the Netherlands. The market is free and you don't need to be registered for Kick-In to attend.

### Upcoming markets

|  |  |  |  |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| **EVENT** | **GROUP** | **DATE** | **TIME** | **LOCATION** |
| Onboarding Market | International master, pre-master & exchange students | Tuesday 3 February 2026 | 15:00 - 17:00 | TechMed Atrium |
| Bike Market (during Onboarding Market) | International master, pre-master & exchange students | Tuesday 3 February 2026 | 15:00 - 17:00 | Outside TechMed Centre |

Pre-Arrival Webinars

Looking for some practical information to prepare for your arrival in the Netherlands? Check out the [Pre-Arrival Webinars](https://www.utwente.nl/en/education/student-services/upcoming-students/before-arrival/).

Photo: Zahra van Egdom

Market opening in the Technohal

Photo: Zahra van Egdom

Bike Market

Photo: Reinout Nonhebel

Student Affairs, Coaching & Counselling team

Photo: Ebe Ye

University Library

Photo: Ebe Ye

Kick-In Stand

Photo: Ebe Ye

Swapfiets

## Matters to arrange

There are a number of formalities and other matters to arrange when you arrive in the Netherlands. If you are a new international student, you will receive an email from the Visa Office with more information about your formality appointments.

- [Checklist for new international students](https://www.utwente.nl/en/education/student-services/visa/checklist-international-students/)
- [Formality appointments](https://www.utwente.nl/en/education/student-services/upcoming-students/visa/appointment-formalities.rtd/)
- [International Student Handbook](https://www.utwente.nl/en/education/student-services/get-started-guide/#international-student-handbook)

UT International Facebook Community

[JOIN](https://www.facebook.com/groups/utinternational)

Also check out the [UT Marketplace](https://www.facebook.com/groups/utwentemarketplace) Facebook Group.

## Organisations

At the Onboarding Market, you will meet representatives from many organisations and have the opportunity to ask them questions. Below you can find more information about each organisation.

UT Student Services & Visa

Find out about administrative matters for new students, including topics such as the visa process, [housing](https://www.utwente.nl/en/campus/facilities/housing/), [formalities](https://www.utwente.nl/en/education/student-services/upcoming-students/visa/appointment-formalities.rtd/) and the [UT student card](https://www.utwente.nl/en/education/student-services/educational-services-procedures/admission-enrolment/studentcard/).

ABN Amro

Find out how to open a student bank account in the Netherlands with [ABN Amro](https://www.abnamro.nl/en/personal/payments/open-an-account/student-package/).

Aon Insurance

Receive information about how to be [insured](https://www.aonstudentinsurance.com/en/home) in the Netherlands, and find out about the [European Health Insurance Card](https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/europe-travel-insurance/ehic/) (EHIC) coverage in the Netherlands (EU students only.)

Career Services

Find out about the [Career Services](https://www.utwente.nl/en/ces/career-services/) available at UT and register for the online platform [JobTeaser](https://www.utwente.nl/en/ces/career-services/student/Jobteaser/) to find information about vacancies, student jobs, internships, thesis projects etc.

ECIU University

Did you know you can do short-term studies abroad with ECIU University? Visit [ECIU](https://engage.eciu.eu/) to find out more!

Enschede Police

Our local police can provide information about important laws and traffic rules in the Netherlands. Do you have a question? Send a message via [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/politie.enschede/). Also check out the policeman's presentation about [Dutch laws and traffic rules](https://www.utwente.nl/en/education/student-services/upcoming-students/before-arrival/#pre-arrival-webinars).

ESN Twente

The [Erasmus Student Network](https://www.esntwente.nl/) (ESN) is an international student organisation which aims to support and develop student exchange, and facilitate the social and personal integration of students.

Library, ICT Services & Archive (LISA)

Find out about the many facilities available at the [UT Library](https://www.utwente.nl/en/lisa/library/) and [Notebook Service Centre](https://www.utwente.nl/en/nsc/).

Makkabikes Hengelo

Makkabikes Hengelo sell second-hand bikes. Visit their [website](https://makkabikes.nl/) for more information.

On-Campus Medical Services

The UT offers general [health services](https://www.utwente.nl/en/education/student-services/step-by-step/campus-life/health-services/) on campus, including an emergency service, a general practitioner, dentist and physiotherapist. Students can register with either the [on-campus doctor](https://www.campushuisarts.nl/en/) or [another local doctor](https://www.huisartsenpraktijkthoen.nl/).

Student Guidance & Well-being (SGW)

Receive information about the services [SGW](https://www.utwente.nl/en/ces/sacc/) has to offer, for example, student counselling and financial support. Also find out about [student wellbeing](https://www.utwente.nl/nl/ces/sacc/wellbeing/).

- [View the SGW Flyer](https://www.utwente.nl/.utwente_base/ws2016/download.shtml?f=jtBEDyW-4zqbYQNUo93rCFIAjZy2i2mtT0wbD4lwS5o3S8llxADf6ZazP1Hi4FncpE4LUc9LGjA55KDhG_Qpvl56qwPtcm7LIPt4TDzmRFfvtm6aL3dCvhqxwX5zEu3T4acfaX-9CSglAhdgU_lteGhxaZ1pGmiWgwB6-rhubw2X0bP4GzjcpxPpR8NKYljL2cLHhNjn2KdCK1Kp5EhoWuskaieyMaE-uWvNcSVEExKO97DhzlFDAOHHxjQjqcN9rJ58z4WH.NgGf4ZUVQjqEZP1D.WZo79gROr3ITT37brxhs4w)

Student Mobility

[Student Mobility OV-chipkaart (+ISIC) for public transport](https://studentmobility.nl/services/transportation/)

Dutch train, tram, metro and bus all use the same payment system, the OV-chipkaart. Getting a card and choosing a suitable subscription is a complicated process, especially for international students. That is why Student Mobility created the [Student Mobility Card,](https://studentmobility.nl/services/transportation/) a custom-made OV-chipkaart for international students.

In the Student Mobility App you can connect the card above to any international payment method and you can keep track of your travel expenses and bills so no unpleasant surprises. [For more information and reservations go here!](https://studentmobility.nl/services/transportation/)

If you are interested in an NS subscription (National Rail) do not order the card via Student Mobility but order it via <https://www.ns.nl/en/season-tickets/> and choose a “new” OV-chipkaart in the process. Please note the NS subscriptions cannot be combined with discounts on local busses and you need a Dutch address and a Dutch bank account to apply online.

Student World Associations

Are you looking to have an international experience? Check out the Student Union's [website](https://su.utwente.nl/en/get-involved/Associations/) to find out more about the student world associations at UT.

Swapfiets

In the Netherlands the bicycle is one of the most popular and convenient transportation methods. [Swapfiets](https://swapfiets.nl/en/) offer bicycle hire for a fixed monthly fee.

UnionCard

Find out about the advantages of a Student [UnionCard](https://su.utwente.nl/en/union-services/student/unioncard/). The card provides you with discounts on several sport and cultural activities. You will also need it to become a member of a sport or cultural association or to join fitness activities at the UT Sports Centre.

UT Language Centre

Get information about [language courses](https://www.utwente.nl/en/ces/language-centre/) and language support, skills workshops in the [Skills Lab](https://www.utwente.nl/en/ces/language-centre/skills%20lab/) and writing support in the [Writing Centre](https://www.utwente.nl/en/ces/language-centre/writingcentre/). Also find out about the [Intercultural Competencies](https://www.utwente.nl/en/intercultural-competences/) course.

- [**Join a student world association**\
  UT has a variety of student world associations. Check out the website to find out more!](https://su.utwente.nl/en/get-involved/Associations/)