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At UCLouvain, we understand that studying abroad is an enriching and stimulating experience. To help you on your way, we have a number of services and resources dedicated to international students.

Whether you need help obtaining information about your academic status, adjusting to life in Belgium, or integrating into your university community, our teams are here to support you throughout the entire process.

Browse this page to discover the key structures that will help you get the most out of your stay at UCLouvain. Welcome to our multicultural community!
 

Placet Centre was created in 1973 to be a place of residence for UCLouvain students from partner countries of the Belgian Cooperation. Each year, more than a hundred residents have the opportunity to stay at Centre Placet, around a participatory citizen project and surrounded by a permanent team. For more information, please visit the Centre Placet website.

The CGEI (International Students Council ) is the representative body for international students at UCLouvain. The CGEI team organises welcome and integration activities, both at the beginning of the academic year and throughout the year. It also offers a helpdesk service and support for any questions international students may have. For more information, please visit the CGEI website.

 

A blocked account allows students from non-EU countries to prove that they have sufficient means of subsistence when applying for a visa or renewing their residence permit for studies or job search in Belgium. This service if offered at UCLouvain by the Administration of International Relations (ADRI). For more information, please visit the UCLouvain web page dedicated to blocked accounts.

The Support Students Services offers a wide range of help services to help you pursue your studies in the best possible conditions: educational and psychological support, social assistance (second-hand shops, social grocery store, etc.), exceptional financial assistance, medical monitoring and health prevention, support for student activities, support for people with specific profiles (disability, disorder, illness, etc.), job search, etc. For more information, please visit the Students Support Service Website.

The Tourist Office – Louvain-la-Neuve Inforville is located right next to the ticket offices of the train station, in the Halles gallery. Its team will help you get around the city but also plan your tourist excursions and activities thanks to their maps, brochures and advice. For more information, visit the Inforville website.

Study in Belgium is the platform dedicated to international students willing to pursue their studies in French-speaking Belgium. It provides comprehensive information on available programmes, higher education institutes, registration procedure, tuition fees, scholarship opportunities, as well as practical advice for organizing your stay (housing, visa, insurance, etc.). For more information, please visit the Study in Belgium website.