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
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IWCN Connect Open Weeks: Explore Our Events for Free!
New events every week
Sneek City Tour
New! Intercultural Afternoon Groningen
TaxSavers Webinar: Mastering VAT and Income Tax for Freelancers (ZZP)
Coffee Morning for Internationals Leeuwarden
Welcome Walks | Helpman
Language Centre | Dutch general skills courses level 0 to C1
New! Single Parents Meet-Up
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News from the North
Parties worried about ‘buy now pay later’ in Groningen shops
The municipal council factions of the ChristenUnie, CDA, Partij voor de Dieren, and PvdA have expressed their concerns about the ‘buy now pay later’ option in the physical shopping streets of Groningen, as vulnerable groups, especially young adults and people already in debt, might rake up more debts with the option. Before, the option to […]
MIT co-organising Groningen hackathon on AI in healthcare
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Hacking Medicine hackathon to be held in Groningen is accepting applications for people interested in finding ways in how AI can be used in healthcare to assist healthcare providers. Due to an ageing population and rising healthcare costs, questions about how AI can transform patient healthcare, ease workloads, and […]
US election night watch party at Forum
Groningen’s Forum will be organising a US election watch party throughout the night, starting on the 5th of November. This year’s elections in America will see Donald Trump, who faces several criminal charges, and Kamala Harris, who might become the country’s first female president. The choice between Democrats and Republicans is set to determine the […]
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 35,000+ 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!”
