Around each institution there is a network of associations that bring students together for study-related activities, sport and recreation. They are run by students, and some are international. The visa is issued for purposes of study, not work. Normally students cannot stay on after graduation, except if an employer can prove that they would fill a vacancy that would otherwise be difficult to fill. The Netherlands is an internationally oriented country that is a centre of global trade and a gateway to Europe.
Dutch people are friendly and there is no conspicuous racial discrimination.
They make Chinese people, who they consider to be industrious and clever, warmly welcome. Many institutions have policies especially beneficial to foreign students. Detailed information can be obtained from the International Relations Office at the institution concerned. This is approximately equal to RMB 3,500. It must be said however, that one has to have NLG 15,000 available in order to obtain the permission for a visa.