Welcome app

We are a platform where newcomers can find valuable connections, activities, and information in one clear and accessible place.

Read more here

What can I find in the app?

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Post, book and find activities

Organizations can post activities on the app and newcomers can book activities.

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Connect with people around you

Easily get in touch with people and organizations in the neighborhood.

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Find useful information about life in the Netherlands

Information about living in the Netherlands, locally and across the country.

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Need help?

Our team is available to answer your questions.

Where can I use the app?

We are currently active in Leiden, Venlo, Dordrecht, Almere, Den Bosch, Oegstgeest and Amsterdam. We offer local activities and information in these cities. Besides that, you can also find national activities in the app.

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    Venlo

    Description
    In collaboration with local organizations, Welcome app has already organized numerous events in Venlo, such as film nights, an Easter celebration especially for Ukrainians and Dutch language lessons.
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    Leiden

    Description
    Leiden is a good example of how newcomers take matters into their own hands and let us know what activities they would like to participate in.
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    Dordrecht

    Description
    Since 2022, we have had a warm collaboration with the municipality of Dordrecht and together we think about how we can work on that newcomers can feel a sense of belonging in their new place of residence.
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    Almere

    Description
    In April 2023 we will go live for our biggest assignment so far: introducing 1500 newcomers - divided over 13 reception locations - to what Almere has to offer!
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    Den Bosch

    Description
    First up in 2024, we are starting our work in Den Bosch. In collaboration with Welkom in Den Bosch, we are set to implement the Welcome app in the capital of Brabant.
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    Oegstgeest

    Description
    A small but pleasant municipality located just outside Leiden, where we have been collaborating since June 2024 to support newcomers.
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    Amsterdam

    Description
    We certainly cannot be absent in the capital and the place where Welcome app itself is based. With more than 65 social maps, we aim to create one accessible and clear platform from June 2024.
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    Welcome app in your city?

    Description
    Welcome app in a municipality not on the map yet? That's possible! Contact us at info@welcomeapp.nl. Together, we improve the integration process.
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