Long term stay in Amsterdam

How to apply

How to apply

You can book accommodation in Amsterdam even while your application for the study programme is still being processed. However, to receive the keys to your studio at the start of the rental contract, your application must be complete by 12 August 2026 / 15 December 2026 at the latest.

This means:

1. Your (foreign) diploma has been validated by the Admissions Office.
2. Your proof of English proficiency has been verified by the Admissions Office (if applicable).

If your application is not complete by the given deadline, your rental contract will unfortunately be cancelled.

Fixed renting periods for academic year 2026/2027

• Fall semester 2026-27: 17 August - 22 January
• Spring semester 2026-27: 26 January - 30 July
• Full year (2 semesters): 17 August - 30 July

When signing the tenancy agreement, you commit to paying the rent until the last day of the rental period. It is not possible to cancel the tenancy agreement before the end date. 

Also, please keep in mind that it is not possible to extend the rental contract after the end-date mentioned above.

In case you decide to withdraw from the study programme before the start of the semester, you will still have to pay the first month rent + administration costs.

Application form and allocation

You do not need to upload any documents at this stage. We’ll simply ask for basic personal details such as your name and nationality.

Apply here

What happens after I am selected?

1. Access the ROOM.nl portal
   A few weeks after the application deadline, you will receive login details for the ROOM.nl portal. In this portal, you can view the available accommodations, including photos and important information.
   
   
2. Select your accommodation
   You will have two days to choose your accommodation. If you do not make a selection within this period, your booking opportunity will expire and you will no longer be able to reserve accommodation.
   
   
3. Upload your documents
   After selecting your accommodation, you will receive instructions from DUWO to upload the necessary documents in the DUWO portal. Do so within three days after selecting your accommodation.
   
   
4. Make your payment
   DUWO will also send you instructions on how to arrange the initial payment.
   
   
5. Sign your contract
   Finally, you will be asked to digitally sign your contract in the DUWO portal. Once the contract is signed, your booking is confirmed.

You need to pay and sign your contract within two weeks after DUWO has approved your documents. If you do not meet the deadline, your reservation will be cancelled. Be prepared to take action when you receive emails, and ensure you have the money ready for the first payment.

New studios Sluisbuurt

New studios

Student housing organisation DUWO has recently built new studios right next to the Inholland campus in Amsterdam (Sluisbuurt). Each studio is for individual use, fully furnished, and comes with a private bathroom, toilet, and shower.

The building also features common areas where you can meet and connect with other students.

Location

Although the studios are registered under two different addresses (George Balanchinestraat & Merce Cunninghamplantsoen), they are all situated on the same location.

Size of the studios and rent 

• Studio A: ± 20-21 m²; 498,20€ (+ 269,35€ service costs) = 767,55€ per month
• Studio B: ± 20-21 m²; 713,02€ (+ 269,35€ service costs) = 982,37€ per month
• Studio C: ± 42 m², € 713,02€ (+ 279,34€ service costs) = 992,36€ per month

The rent includes electricity, gas, heating, water, internet and TV cable connection. The administration fee, cleaning costs, kitchen package, bed linen and local taxes are not included.

On the DUWO website, you can find the inventory list, which shows all the items included in the studios when you move in.

Housing benefit / rental allowance

You might be eligible for housing benefit / rental allowance, which can significantly reduce your monthly rent. Make sure to have your DigiD ready, as you will need that to apply for housing allowance. However, keep in mind that it may take several weeks for the municipality to process your application.

First payment

First payment

Your first payment consists of the following parts:

1. Rent and deposit 

• First month (24-31 August 2026)
• Second month (September 2026)
• Last two months (June 2027 + July 2027 )

2. Welcome package + fees (mandatory)

• Duvet and sheet package (a new pillow, a new duvet and new sheets): €55
• Kitchen & welcome package (basic kitchen utensils and pans): €72,15
• Administration fee: €17,01
• Cleaning costs: €112,35

You need to pay the above in order to finish your booking. Be prepared to make this payment when starting the process of booking your room. DUWO will provide you with further instructions about the payment options.

After your first year

After your first year

You can only book a studio through Inholland with DUWO for one year maximum. That means that you will have to find your own accommodation after the first year.

A lot of student rooms in Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam, Delft and Haarlem are listed on ROOM.nl. We recommend you to register there as soon as possible (even before coming to the Netherlands), as you will build waiting time from the moment of registration. This gives you a higher chance to be eligible for a room. You pay a one-time registration fee of €35.

For more information and to register, check ROOM.nl.