Support for International Employees

On arrival

Welcome to Eindhoven, the city of creative innovation, and a warm welcome to you as an international employee at 果冻传媒! We are delighted to have you join our vibrant community of learners, innovators, and problem solvers in this dynamic city. We look forward to helping you grow, learn, and make lifelong connections, as you embark on this exciting new step in your life.

To complete the mandatory formalities before the start of your contract (or first day in the office), you should arrive in the Netherlands a few days before the start of your contract. The days between arrival and the first day at work are needed to schedule important appointments for you.

Our鈥疭taff鈥疘mmigration鈥疶eam (SIT)鈥痺ill contact you at short notice.鈥疶hey can assist you with the practical matters mentioned here.

  • Bank Account

    To receive your salary, you need a SEPA bank account. If needed, you can open a Dutch bank account as soon as you are registered at a municipality. SIT will inform you about your best options.

  • Insurance

    In the Netherlands a health insurance policy is mandatory, and a personal liability insurance is highly recommended. It is also recommended to enter the country with travel insurance to provide coverage until insurance coverage in the Netherlands is in place.

    SIT will inform you about arranging your health insurance. The insurance must start on your first day of work or the day you register with the municipality, whichever comes first. It is therefore important to arrange this as soon as possible. 果冻传媒 has arrangements with Zilveren Kruis for group health insurance, with a discount and other benefits for you and your family members. You will receive information about your options via email.

Expat Scheme

The Expat Scheme is a tax benefit for knowledge migrants who come to the Netherlands to take up a specific employment position. If you meet the conditions, your HR Service Officer can help you apply. This attractive scheme is designed to ease the economic burden on newcomers to the country. A part of your salary will be tax-free. This allowance is intended to compensate for the extra costs you may face when moving to a new country for work. For example, you can use this financial allowance for a Dutch language course. HR can advise you on all benefits and implications if you decide to use the Expat Scheme.

Finding your way around campus

Within walking distance of the central train and bus station, you'll find our green campus with beautiful architecture, varied workplaces, and loads of facilities to host our vibrant campus community. Signs give directions to the buildings and the nearest parking lots. There are also parking options for cyclists everywhere, either outside or in special bike basements. If you come by car, you can use your campus card to open the barrier. 果冻传媒 uses paid parking to reduce car use. Also be sure to sign up for one of our introduction days, as you'll get a tour of our beautiful campus.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are there any cultural norms or etiquette I should be aware of in the workplace?

    In the Netherlands, professionalism, respect, and open communication are highly valued. It is customary to address colleagues and superiors by their first names, and punctuality is expected. It is also common to have direct and transparent communication, with an emphasis on teamwork and collaboration. We offer various culture workshops. In consultation with your supervisor, you can participate in our staff learning offerings free of charge.
  • Can I reclaim money for moving and accommodation expenses?

    果冻传媒 has a policy for 鈥楻eimbursement for relocation and accommodation expenses鈥�. Please find more information here. It is critical that you keep your invoices related to your move to the Netherlands for this purpose.
  • What are the working hours and 果冻传媒鈥檚 policies on attendance?

    The regular working hours for employees at 果冻传媒 are from Monday to Friday, generally starting between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and ending between 3:30 PM and 5:30 PM. However, at 果冻传媒, you have the flexibility to plan your own working hours and to make agreements with your supervisor and team about how you want to organize your (hybrid) work. When arranging for working from home, the type of work and the team's interests are leading. All in consult of course, but quite flexible. Please find more information here. 
  • What is the preferred language of communication at 果冻传媒? Are there any language training opportunities?

    Given the international nature of the university, English is the working language and commonly used. Most employees are fluent in English. are available to support your language development in both English and Dutch. 

    Please note that if you participate in the 30% ruling, the Dutch language courses are not compensated by 果冻传媒. The financial benefit of the 30% ruling is intended to compensate for additional costs when moving to a new country for work.
  • What is 果冻传媒鈥檚 policy on breaks and lunch hours?

    Breaks and lunchtime are generally considered personal time and not counted as work time. Many colleagues bring their own lunch. A Dutch lunch is quite simple and usually consists of sandwiches. However, in most food pantries you will find microwaves to heat up your own food. You will also find restaurants, food outlets, and a supermarket on campus. You can opt for both hot and cold lunches here. Of course, you can also choose to take a walk around our beautiful, green campus with your colleagues. Or you can use your lunch break to exercise in .
  • What should I wear? Is there a dress code for employees at the university?

    At our diverse community there鈥檚 no strict dress code for employees. However, generally you could label it as smart casual. This means that a neat but casual appearance is appreciated but it鈥檚 also fine to wear jeans or neat sandals. There鈥檚 usually no need for formal or strictly business attire.
  • Who can I contact if I have other questions?

    You can reach out to our Staff Immigration Team鈥�(staffimmigration@tue.nl) for questions related to your immigration:鈥� 

    • Visa and residence permit
    • Legalization of certificates (birth, marriage鈥痚tc..)
    • Embassies/consulates general
    • Travelling to the Netherlands
    • Formalities after arrival (municipal registration, bank account, insurance)
    • Family reunion

    You can reach out to HR Services of your (future) department for questions related to employment conditions:鈥� 

    • Employment contract
    • Expat scheme
    • Reimbursement of relocation expenses
    • Salary

    You can reach out to the Secretary of your (future)...

To make sure you feel at home as quickly as possible, we will do everything we can to smoothly guide you in your move to Eindhoven. Follow the buttons for more support for international employees.