Welcome to the North
We are here to support international newcomers in smoothly transitioning to living, working, and settling in the beautiful region of the Northern Netherlands.
Opening hours
Monday to Thursday, 09:30 – 12:00 & 13:00 – 16:30
Our latest blog post
More than Words: Celebrating International Mother Language Day
New events every week
Groningen Walking Club: Natural Beauty Terheijl, near Roden.
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News from the North
Spring in February? Groningen enjoys day of warm weather
Groningen residents were treated to a surprising touch of spring today as temperatures soared to 17°C, far above the seasonal average. The unseasonably warm weather, accompanied by mostly sunny skies and a light breeze from the south-southeast, made for an unexpectedly pleasant February day. February in Groningen usually see highs of around 6°C, making today’s […]
Blues Tour in Groningen this weekend
The Blues Tour Groningen is returning for its 15th edition this Saturday, featuring 13 bands playing in 13 different venues. Blues Tour Groningen is an initiative to bring the blues to the cafés and pubs of Groningen. The venues are all around the city centre allowing blues fans to easily bar-hop to follow more than […]
Flu rages through the Netherlands: highest number of flu cases in years
The number of flu cases has risen to the highest number in years, according to the research institute Nivel and the National Institute for Public Health and Environment (RIVM). In a statement, the RIVM said the “annual flu epidemic seems to have started” in the Netherlands. The number of people who went to their GP […]
About us
About Us
Feel at home in the North in just a few steps
We understand there are many things to take care of when getting settled in a new country.
That’s why it’s our mission to provide a welcoming space where you can take care of everything at one convenient location.
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We helped 45,000+ international people
“I have lived in several countries (USA, Germany, Russia, Egypt) but I have to say that I have had the best experience at the Welcome Center in Groningen. Thank you again!”
“How happy it makes me to learn that the flowers got there and that they brightened up everyone’s day! This was my goal.
You guys work hard, and I wanted to make sure you guys know that your work is meaningful and very well appreciated in the city.”
“I would recommend the IWCN for new Internationals, who would like help finding their feet, but also for those who have been in the Northern Netherlands, as the information on offer is very extensive!”
“The idea to have such an office to welcome foreigners is a formidable one and this is a good tangible result. I wish there had been such an office, and people like you, 13 years ago when we arrived. It would probably have made our lives so much better, especially the first years!”
