Application procedure

To enrol for a programme at the University of Antwerp, you need to follow the necessary application steps. The admission process consists of two major parts: (1) Screening (document authenticity & fulfilment of admission requirements) and (2) Evaluation (acceptance or rejection).

Going through the application process will either guide you immediately to register and enrol into the programme (i.e. students from Belgium, Netherlands or Luxembourg with immediate diploma access) or after your application is accepted you will receive further enrolment instructions.

To start with your application, you can find the relevant application procedure for your particular situation through the link below:

• I am not an EEA-national and I need to apply for a visa
• I am an EEA-national
• My master degree gives direct access and is issued by a recognised educational institution in Belgium or the Netherlands
• My master degree does not give direct access but is issued by a recognised educational institution in Belgium or the Netherlands - get in touch with the programme organiser​
  

If something is unclear, do not hesitate to reach out or send in a ticket via this helpdesk.

Application deadlines

Depending on your individual situation, one of the following deadlines applies:

• 28^th of February 2026: for non-EEA nationals who need to apply for a visa. Applications received after this date will not be considered if you still have to apply for a visa.
• 31^st  of May 2026: for EEA nationals
• 2^nd of October 2026: for master students with a Belgian or Dutch degree that gives direct access to the programme (be mindful; classes start from 21^st of September 2026 onwards). 

Please note that applications after the above deadlines are automatically rejected by the registrar’s office. Be aware that the legalisation and translation of documents takes time and account for it when starting your application.