The International Support Team gives international students a warm welcome and helps them before, during and after their arrival at Ghent University.

International students can visit and contact us by mail or phone. View our contact information.

Welcoming students at the start of Ghent University’s semester

We organize welcome sessions for new international degree and exchange students at the start of every semester.

During this current academic year we had successful welcome days and we are convinced that students have settled down in their new city and life.

Still some questions? Check our digital Welcome Guide.

Arriving at Ghent University in September? Block these dates in your agenda for our Welcome Days: September 21-23. More information will follow in June.

Practical information for your semester start

General practical information for incoming students at Ghent University

• Read the Welcome Guide International Students

• Checklist for incoming students at Ghent University
• Events for international students 2021-2022

Travelling to Belgium:

• Immigration office
• Foreign Affairs Belgium
• Belgium and corona

Ghent University and Coronavirus

• Ghent University Coronavirus Info and Guidelines
• FAQ (vaccination, testing, ...)

Check our Instagram for photos and our story.

Looking forward to meeting you in Ghent!

International Support Team
Benedicte, Greet,  Joke, Karen, Maaike and Rachida
international@ugent.be