Visa, health and other documents

Practical Guide

Practical matters

Accomodation

Amsterdam neighbourhoods

What are Amsterdam's different neighbourhoods like, and which areas are nice to live in?

Housing

A guideline to the student housing services offered by the University of Amsterdam.

Room reservation procedure

How do I apply for a room?

Regulations

Regulations for international students applying for housing through the UvA.

Student rooms

An overview of the types of accommodation, locations and prices of rooms for international students at the UvA.

Upon arrival

What to do upon arrival if you have been assigned a room.

Local taxes

More information about local taxes

How to find a room on the private market

Tips on searching for accomodation independently in Amsterdam.

Youth hostels

Staying at a youth hostel is an option if you do not yet have housing upon arrival in Amsterdam.