Welcome at Ghent University
Are you considering or have you decided to start work at Ghent University? Welcome! Here you'll find an overview of all employee benefits, practical information that you will need before arriving and once you have arrived, and information on how to get integrated and learn Dutch.
Offering development opportunities, exciting research and a vibrant location, Ghent University is the place to grow. Together, the university and the beautiful city of Ghent make up an enriching environment for you and your family.
Discover all employee benefits
Before arriving at Ghent University
We can’t wait to welcome you to our research and teaching community. Learn more about:
- onboarding procedure for new employees
- work permit requirements
- travel and health insurance
- diploma equivalencies
- support for your family
- finding a home
- preparing for your journey
Find out what you need to know before arriving
After arrival at Ghent University
Once you’re all settled in Ghent, it's time to familiarise yourself with important administrative and financial topics:
- welcome meeting
- residence procedures
- adminsitrative to-do list on arrival
- insurances
- taxation
- social security and insurance
Your checklist for once you've arrived
Get integrated and learn Dutch
It's very important to us that you feel included in the wider Ghent University community. We regularly organize institution-wide activities to bring international staff together and strive to fully involve them in social activities by communicating bilingually (in Dutch and English) as much as possible.