Paying taxes is always an unpleasant thing to do. Even you as an international student cannot escape it. All residents will be charged by the municipality for the so called user taxes. [Read more…] about Get used to a life of taxes and other crap!
Opt as an early bird for your student room
Finding a student room in Rotterdam isn’t always that difficult. You certainly have some requirements and want to see them filled. That may prove difficult in reality. [Read more…] about Opt as an early bird for your student room
Effect of Coronavirus disease on student rooms in Rotterdam
The Corona pandemic will have, next to health, a substantial impact on society. Firstly, the economic recession in which we are now, already affects employment. [Read more…] about Effect of Coronavirus disease on student rooms in Rotterdam
Why become a student volunteer in Rotterdam?
Ever committed yourself to another to benefit from your knowledge, skill and heart?
Volunteer work; the cement of our society
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Where to find roommates in Rotterdam?
You most probably are looking for housing to share with other international students. If you are still abroad, you do not have a network yet in the city you are going to study. Fortunately the internet can help you out. We found some groups and pages on social media. Have a look and consider inserting a post to find your flatgroup. Put the information in your post that you think is important for you. You will attract students who recognize what they think is important too. A video call could be next to check if you already have a kind of click.
Social media platforms for international students
Search for international student Rotterdam on a social media platform and you will find several groups. Some of those are only accessible for members. But since you are a student of will soon be one, it will not be a problem applying for membership by clicking a button.
Here are some examples of groups you might find your future housemates.
ROTTERDAM and SCHIEDAM
International students in Rotterdam
Flatshare, find flatmates in Rotterdam
Apartments & Housing in Rotterdam
International EUR Students
a roommate via the Erasmus University
DELFT
TU international students
Housing in Delft
Contact students abroad
Before passing your exams, you already know where and when your next study will begin. Ask your school or other pupils if they know who moved to Rotterdam a year or two years earlier. The students who are already in Rotterdam know where to look or can even do a viewing for you.
