International staff at UAntwerp

Today, one in five of our employees has come from abroad and this number is still increasing. In total, you will find no fewer than 102 different nationalities represented at the university. The University of Antwerp has an excellent international reputation.

International staff office

As a foreigner, it is necessary to go through several administrative procedures in order to live and work in Belgium. You can count on the advise and support of the International Staff Office to help you with this.

On this website you will find:

  • information on preparing for your stay in Belgium
  • what to do upon arrival
  • useful tips for during your stay
  • a summary of the issues that must be dealt with before you leave

Going abroad

Members of the academic and administrative personnel can receive support in their search for information and advice about international (educational) projects and funding options (LLL, Tempus, VLIR, etc.), support for project applications, practical organisation and follow-up of international mobility (inbound and outbound lecturers and students), contacts and contracts with international partner institutions, English-language information and brochures, and so on.

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