Leiden International Centre
Living & Working in Leiden - Leiden International Centre (formerly Expat Centre Leiden) 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 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!
Support for employers
Do you have questions about procedures you have to deal with when working with international employees? Or are you an employer that wants to hire international talent, but do you not know where to start? Leiden International Centre is here to help you.
How we can help (potential) employers of internationals
Events
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Helpdesk for Internationals
Helpdesk for Internationals
Have a question about being an international in Leiden? Our helpdesk is available to give free help and advice
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Leiden International Film Festival
Leiden International Film Festival
11 days of premieres, special film screenings, parties and more: that is the Leiden International Film Festival.
26 oktober t/m 5 november
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Market in Voorschoten
Market in Voorschoten
Those who visit Voorschoten will certainly notice the joyous atmosphere that is almost tangible in the town centre...
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News
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Leiden is working on a healthy housing market
Leiden is working on a healthy housing market
That Leiden is and remains a pleasant and liveable city for everyone is of great importance. For this reason, the Municipality of Leiden is working on a package of measures to tackle wrongdoing in the private rental sector. Learn more here.
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Internationals wanted: Share your experience!
Internationals wanted: Share your experience!
Leiden International Centre is looking for internationals who want to share their relocation story!
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Empowering Your International Employees: Navigating Family Relocation to the Netherlands
Empowering Your International Employees: Navigating Family Relocation to the Netherlands
In HR, recruitment, and relocation management, the successful integration of international employees extends beyond the individual. It also includes the well-being and comfort of their families during the relocation process.
Newsletters - Stay up to date with the latest news and events for internationals and their employers
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