Expat Centre Leiden
"We aim to make international employment and life in Leiden and the greater region a successful experience."
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 appointmentBooth 0.22, ground floor of LEVEL building
Bargelaan 190, 2333 CWHave a look at our opening hours
Book a free video call with our helpdeskRegistration appointments have a service fee
All our other services are free![ECL helpdesk]()
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Expat Essentials booklet
Expat Essentials booklet
Download the Expat Essentials bookletThe Expat Essentials book 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 Expat Centre Leiden'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!
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Events
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EU TalentOn
EU TalentOn![]()
From the 14th to the 18th of September 2022, the first ever EU TalentOn will take place in Leiden.
14 until 18 September
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Tours in Duivenvoorde Castle
Tours in Duivenvoorde Castle![]()
From Thursday 14 April 2022 onwards, Duivenvoorde's castle doors will once again be open to the public.
until 18 December
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Cruise from Leiden!
Cruise from Leiden!![]()
Rederij van Hulst takes you on the most beautiful and fun cruise around Leiden and the surrounding area. From the...
until 6 November
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News
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University warns international students of room shortage
University warns international students of room shortage![]()
Expat Newsletters - Keep up to date with the latest news and events for Expats and their Employers
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