One Stop Student Shop
Everything you need to start studying in the Netherlands
All in one place, for free
All in one place, for free
Why International Student Services?
Moving is stressful. What are all of the things I have to arrange? Having experienced studying abroad ourselves, we know just how complicated it is. It’s useful to arrange all of your basic needs as soon as possible, so you can have the best start in the Netherlands. On the International Student Services platform, you can, at once, free of charge! After signing up for your services, you will get free access to the international student community where you can chat and meet fellow internationals.
Prepare for your arrival and start connecting!
Prepare for your arrival and start connecting!
Everything you need in the Netherlands
bunq - Digital Bank Account
As you might know, you need a Dutch debit card to be able to pay everywhere in the Netherlands. Bunq makes sure that international students are able to pay anywhere in the Netherlands without any complications. This debit card will also enable you to place orders online via iDeal and pay through Tikkie, the Dutch way of paying in one click.
KPN - Mobile Sim-only
According to the EU fair trade policy, if you are in another country more than you are in your home country, you will get charged above your normal rate. If you’re from outside the EU, any use of your mobile phone number from your current country, will cost international rates. To avoid this, KPN mobile offers different sim-only options that meet all of your personal needs, so that you can stay connected with your friends and family at home.
Swapfiets - Bike Membership
You might have heard this before - the Dutch are a little crazy. Cycling is the most popular form of daily transport in the Netherlands. Not only is it convenient to quickly get around, it is also fun to go for a quick bike ride with friends. With a Swapfiets bike membership, you get your own bike for a fixed monthly fee. Service and repairs are included. Swapfiets ensures that your bike is always ready to go.
Insure To Study - Student Insurance
Being well insured is of great importance when coming to a new country. Our partner Insure To Study makes clear to you what insurance you need depending on your personal situation. Insure To Study is specialised in student insurances and has a solution for everyone.
Gaiyo - Public Transport card
To use the extensive network of trams, metros, busses and trains in the Netherlands, you need one card that enables you to use all the different ways of public transport. With a Gaiyo Pass you ensure that you can easily access them all. This pass is also called an “OV chip card”. Next to the card you can also use the Gaiyo app to, for example, rent a scooter, for a quick ride! To get you started, Gaiyo adds €2,50 to your wallet when you download the app.
Flowently - Online Dutch Course
Wil je Nederlands leren? It’s always nice to speak a few words in the language of your host country. Flowently offers a basic Dutch course, for those who want to order a coffee on a terrace or flirt in a bar.
Flowently - Online English Course
Do you want to make jokes without stuttering? An English course from Flowently will boost your language skills, saving you time searching for words and help you write more effectively. In the end this will save you lots of studying, giving you more time for the fun things.
Uber Eats - Food Delivery
During long nights studying or after early morning partying, you will probably be hungry, but in no mood to cook a meal. This is where Uber Eats comes in. Simply order the food that you want on their app and they’ll be quick to bring it to your house.
KPN - Internet & TV
KPN is here to provide you with both internet and TV at home. The service also provides the possibility for you to create a package with HBO on demand, all sports channels and other kinds of upgrades.
Basic-Fit - Fitness
Basic-Fit is the largest gym branch in the Netherlands with multiple establishments in every Dutch city. Follow group lessons or work out with your own schedule. Meet new people and work on that summer body at the same time!
Hely - Car Sharing
Every now and then you might want to get out of the city or you need to move some large personal items. Using a car could be a great option then, but where do you find one? Hely has various Hubs within the Netherlands. They allow you to use a car or cargo bike on a pay per use basis; you only pay for the kilometres you drive.
HelloDoc - Digital Doctor
You want to make sure that when something is up, physically or mentally, someone is there to help you. HelloDoc is your online doctor, always available for a consult, medicine prescription or to send you to a specialist.
Xior - Student Housing
Unfortunately, finding a student home is not easy in the Netherlands. Our renowned partner Xior offers student housing opportunities for international students. Create a free account, find your own spot and start living in an exciting and safe student community.
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Three reasons why ISS is your ticket into the Netherlands
Free of charge
For us, the student always comes first - that’s why our service is completely free of charge.
Carefully selected offers
We work with trustworthy partners and make sure you get the most value for your money.
No stress
Within a few moments, access to all Dutch necessities. No clutter, no stress!
Our partners selected for your convenience
"Being assured that once you arrived in the Netherlands you did not have to worry about insurances, transport and a foreign bank account was extremely comforting."
– H. Reichenbach
"I am wondering how I would have managed to find all of these deals by myself and what kind of struggle it would have been if I had to arrange all of this when I was already here."
– O. del Souza
"Only after I arrived, I fully understood why I needed all of this. International Student Services took a lot of stress off my shoulders; having everything in one place and so easy to arrange."
– I. Gutierrez
"I arranged everything I needed in just one day all from my laptop. When I arrived I only had to pick up a few things like my bicycle and then I was able to immediately get started with the more exciting things about moving!"
– X. Lao