 Are you planning to come study at Saxion and are you from outside the European Union? Then there is something that we need to talk about. It's your immigration procedure. We know it can be a bit of a hassle, but it must be done, so let's get it over with. The first thing you need to know is that Saxion works closely together with the Dutch Immigration and Naturalization Service, also known as the IND. The IND is a federal organization that handles all immigration matters. So it's also the organization that decides whether or not you are welcome to come and study in the Netherlands. But don't worry, you don't have to deal with them on your own. Saxion's international office handles all immigration-related matters for Saxion students. We will point out all requirements and will guide you through the rules and regulations. Basically, you just deliver the documents to us and we will deal with the IND. We get students from all over the world and not all immigration procedures are the same. We use a few different procedures for different categories of students. So the first thing you need to do is to find out which category you belong to by clicking on the link in the description. Okay, let's do an example. Just to give you an idea about all the things you have to take care of. Let's say that you are a student from China who wants to go study at Saxion. Well, you most likely belong to category 3. It's the most common category for non-EU students. In order for Saxion to apply for your visa and or residence permit, you'll have to submit the following documents before the deadline. Your immigration application form, an appendix antecedent certificate, a clear copy of your valid passport, and if you're from China in this case, an original Novpic certificate. On top of that, you need to make the payment of your total package fee. These are all the things you will need to deliver to Saxion's international office. Without these documents and the payment, Saxion cannot apply for your visa or residence permit. This may all sound like a lot and it can be, but if you start on time, we will do everything we can to help you sort it all out. We are just the intermediator in this matter, by the way. We do not have any influence on the outcome or duration of the application process. And one more thing. We strongly recommend no travel plans are made or other costs are incurred until your visa application has been approved and your entry visa has been provided by the Dutch Embassy. Because there's always the slight possibility that things don't work out and that would be a waste of money. Well, that's it. Right now it's up to you to click on the link in the description and make it happen. But if you have any further questions, don't hesitate to ask. Check our webpage by clicking on the link in the description or reach out to the international office. Good luck.