pre arrival guide 2021

University information 2 Public holidays 6 Visa, residence permit and insurance 7 Student Housing 8 Travel 10 Life on campus 12 Money matters 16 Campus maps 19 Do you speak Flemish? 20 Contact us 21 Colophon We would like to thank all students and staff who have contributed to the development of this guide. Produced by: International Students Office, Department of Education, University of Antwerp. Editor: Parul Goel Design: Anita Muys, Nieuwe Media Dienst Photo’s and illustrations: Jan Crab, Vincent Jauniaux, Dries Luyten, Jesse Willems, Shutterstock.com TABLE OF CONTENTS