Pre-arrival information
The information on this page provides you with important pre-arrival information, so read on and read carefully!
A warm welcome!
Welcome to HAN University of Applied Sciences on behalf of the International Office. Our goal? Assuring a smooth transition to life and study in the Netherlands. There are some important need-to-knows before you arrive in the Netherlands and a number of things you need to take care of as of now.
Checklist and your personal to do's
Complete your visa application (non-EU students)
Activate your HANaccount
Set up your HAN-mail
Follow us on Instagram
Check the introduction organized by your study program
Make sure to get started and complete your checklist right away!
Once you have completed the above, you can request your Declaration of Enrollment (more info below).
Pre-arrival information
HANaccount
You need a HANaccount to get full access to HAN's online services. Once your enrollment at HAN is complete, you’ll receive an email at your personal email address with the login details for your HANaccount. Activate your account by changing your temporary password. The email explains how and where to do this. Need help? Check the HANaccount FAQs.
HAN-mail
With your HANaccount, you'll receive access to your own HAN mailbox when your enrollment is finalized. Log in to Office365.han.nl and click Outlook to access your mailbox. Log in using your HAN email address and your HANaccount password. To make it extra secure, you also need to confirm your login with the Authenticator App on your phone.
How to apply for your Declaration of Enrollment
To be eligible to apply for the Declaration of Enrollment, you must first complete your enrollment. Once you've completed it, you can retrieve the Declaration of Enrollment from the Osiris App. Exchange students receive theirs from the International Office upon arrival. Please note: to be able to read this you must activate your HANaccount.
Visa
Non-EU students who DON'T need an entry visa (MVV) need to bring their IND approval letter when traveling to the Netherlands. Non-EU students who DO need a visa need to make an appointment at the Dutch Embassy to apply for and receive the visa (MVV) sticker in their passport. For more information, please contact our Immigration Office.
HAN Housing
Are you eligible for a guaranteed room through the HAN Housing Office? You will receive more detailed information by e-mail regarding arrival in July. If you haven't received a housing offer, there is no room reserved for you. Visit our Housing page for guidance on finding your own room and don't forget to register for student housing with SSH&.
HAN International Intro Instagram
Especially for you, we made a dedicated Instagram page with informational and instructional videos, but also fun videos, stories and posts made by our Introduction Buddies; HAN students who will help you to get to know HAN, your academic program and your surroundings. So, follow us now on Instagram and don't miss out!
HAN International Office Instagram
Next to our HAN International Intro Instagram, please also join HAN International Office on social media! On our main HAN International Office Instagram page we share interesting cultural and social content. From important announcements to activities & events. Join us now and follow HAN International Office on Instagram!
After arrival
We cannot wait to welcome you at our International Welcome Day, in Arnhem on Monday 25 August and in Nijmegen on Tuesday 26 August! The information on the next page provides you with important after arrival information.
