Leiden International Centre
Living & Working in Leiden - Leiden International Centre is a non-profit organisation supporting international newcomers and their employers in the Leiden region.
We provide BSN registration appointments, organise free informative and social events and have a helpdesk for your questions.
What you need to know - Learn all about coming to and living in the Leiden region
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Visit Our Helpdesk
Visit Our Helpdesk
Make a registration appointmentGround floor of LEVEL building
Bargelaan 190, 2333 CWHave a look at our opening hours
Or send your questions via emailRegistration appointments have a service fee
All our other services are free
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Newcomer Guide
Newcomer Guide
Download the Newcomer Guide!The Newcomer Guide provides you with a good start in the Leiden region. It contains useful information on daily life issues like getting around, how to find a house or a job, joining a sports club, and where to find a good doctor or dentist. It also contains a full list of Leiden International Centre's partners; they offer services specific to internationals.
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Daily Life
Daily Life
Daily lifeWhen do the school holidays take place? How can you find the right utility services for your home? What kind of taxes are there for internationals in the Netherlands? Find it here!
Events
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SMILE
SMILE
The installation SMILE will be on display in the Pieterskerk. This tech-art installation transforms audience portraits...
9 until 15 September
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Leiden is celebrating - 450 years of parades
Leiden is celebrating - 450 years of parades
Celebrating together is timeless. Parades are the perfect form for this. They provide solidarity and a shared identity....
21 September 2024 until 2 March 2025
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Exhibition: Closer to the Black Hole
Exhibition: Closer to the Black Hole
Mysterious places in the cosmos, which swallow everything and from which nothing, not even light, can escape. These...
until 5 January 2025
News
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Hosting Guests in Leiden: Top Activities to Enjoy Together
Hosting Guests in Leiden: Top Activities to Enjoy Together
Discover the best of Leiden with your guests! From cycling scenic routes and exploring historic sites to lively markets and delicious local cuisine, this article highlights top activities that will make your guests visit unforgettable.
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Interview With an International: Haseeb Hassan
Interview With an International: Haseeb Hassan
In this interview, Haseeb Hassan from Pakistan shares the cultural surprises and challenges he faced, and how he overcame them. Despite the hurdles, his biggest achievements include buying a house in Leiden and securing permanent residency.
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Changes to the Dutch Deposit Guarantee
Changes to the Dutch Deposit Guarantee
Starting 1st of September 2024, Dutch deposit guarantees will include temporary protection up to 500 Euros for six months. Refund processes will improve, and partnerships will be covered up to 100 Euros per bank.
Newsletters - Stay up to date with the latest news and events for internationals and their employers
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