Question 1

Is It Required To Be a First-Year Student To Rent A "Welcome To NL"-Offer?

Accepted Answer

No, it is not required to be a first-year student to rent a "Welcome To NL"-offer.

While this offer is specifically designed in collaboration with Student Housing Hunter to support first-year students who often need extra assistance with securing housing and setting up essential services like insurance, bank accounts, and mobile phone subscriptions, it is still available to students who may need additional guidance, regardless of their year of study. If you are already in the Netherlands or not a first-year student but find yourself needing extra support, you can still take advantage of the "Welcome To NL"-offer.

Question 2

What Are The Selection Criteria That Student Housing The Hague Applies?

Accepted Answer

At Student Housing the Hague, we have established a set of objective and non-discriminatory selection criteria to ensure fair and consistent allocation of our rental accommodations. Our criteria are designed to meet the specific needs and circumstances of international students because they often have limited or reduced social support networks in the Netherlands, as well as to fulfill our commitment to providing campus contracts. We strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all our tenants.

Selection Criteria:

Student Status: To be eligible for our accommodations, applicants must provide valid proof of being a registered international student enrolled in a recognized educational institution within The Netherlands.
Residency Requirement: Applicants must be non-Dutch nationals and have a non-Dutch passport, thereby reflecting our focus on providing housing to international students.
Financial Capacity: As part of the application process, we request proof of financial capability to cover the rental costs. This helps ensure that tenants can fulfill their financial obligations without undue hardship.
Guarantor In The EU: As part of our rental agreement, we request that tenants provide a guarantor who is based within the European Union. This measure serves to ensure accountability and mitigate potential risks for both parties involved in the rental arrangement.
Compatibility with Campus Contracts: Student Housing The Hague exclusively offers campus contracts. Therefore, applicants should agree to the terms and conditions outlined in the contract and demonstrate a commitment to complying with them.
Fair Allocation: We operate on a first-come, first-served basis, provided that applicants meet all other eligibility criteria. This approach ensures equal opportunities for all students and minimizes any bias or discrimination.

It is important to note that our selection criteria are not based on factors such as race, nationality, religion, gender, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and fair treatment to all applicants, without any form of discrimination.

Please be aware that meeting the selection criteria does not guarantee accommodation, as availability is subject to demand and the availability of suitable units.

If you have found an accommodation with us and would like to proceed with renting it, please ensure that you meet the above selection criteria. If you have any further questions or require clarification, our team is available to assist you throughout the process.

We look forward to helping you find suitable and comfortable accommodation during your student time in the Hague and surrounding!

Note: The selection criteria provided above are tailored specifically to the scenario described, where Student Housing the Hague targets international students and offers campus contracts. These criteria may not be applicable or appropriate for other rental agencies or situations.

Question 3

I Would Like To Book A 'Student Housing Consult'.

Accepted Answer

The housing market is overwhelmed at this moment. The accommodations are booked before you know it, and before you know it, the new schoolyear is already starting.

If you need any help with housing or understanding your rights as a tenant, you can book a 'Student Housing Consult'. The hourly rate for this consult is 150 EUR., and it is possible to bring along up to 3 other people. The starting rate is one hour, even if you stay less than one hour. After this hour, you will be charged per 15 minutes (e.g. 22 min will be charged as 30 min).

Anything regarding finding housing and rental law can be discussed during this 'Student Housing Consult'. Depending on your topics, you will be having your consult with our lawyer, specialised in rental law or with our 'student housing specialist & educator avoiding scams on the rental market and tenancy law'.

Find some examples of the discussable topics here: 'How To Find Student Housing On A Budget' or 'Student Housing Laws And Regulations'. You can choose and mix the topics for the 'Student Housing Consult'.

E-mail to help@shth.nl to book your 'Student Housing Consult'.

Question 4

Can I Visit Your Office So You Can Help Me Find Accommodation Or So You Can Answer Some Of My Questions?

Accepted Answer

We represent landlords, and therefore don't require any agency fees from the (prospective) tenants.

It would be very inefficient if every person who is looking for housing would come to our office, and, not forget to mention, it would increase the workload whilst we do not get paid for this service. We would not be able to do our work properly as we would never have enough capacity to provide this kind of service to every person, free of charge.

Therefore, we always recommend you to take a look at our listings: https://studenthousingthehague.com/listings/ and contact us, preferably by sending as one e-mail because our inbox would be flooded if everyone would send a contactform for 5-10 different accomodations. As we have (ofcourse) many templates with loads of information and have our booking process automated, this works very efficient for us.

If you have any questions, please send them by e-mail to us so we can send you the proper FAQ to answer them or we can schedule a call to discuss them. This works the most efficient for both parties.

If you wish to visit us for advise or help with finding housing, you can book a 'Student Housing Consult'. More info regarding that can be found here: 'I Would Like To Book A 'Student Housing Consult'.

Is It Required To Be a First-Year Student To Rent A "Welcome To NL"-Offer?

What Are The Selection Criteria That Student Housing The Hague Applies?

I Would Like To Book A 'Student Housing Consult'.

Can I Visit Your Office So You Can Help Me Find Accommodation Or So You Can Answer Some Of My Questions?

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