Coronavirus measures
Leiden University is following the recommendations of the Dutch Institute of Public Health and Environment (RIVM) in order to ensure the health and safety of its students and staff. Before arrival, make sure to familiarise yourself with coronavirus measures and quarantine requirements that are currently in place.
Coronavirus measures
It is very important that you familiarise yourself with the coronavirus measures in both The Netherlands and at Leiden University before arrival.
Coronavirus measures in the Netherlands
On the Dutch government website you can find the coronavirus measures that are currently in place in the Netherlands, for example concerning social distancing, gatherings and the use of face masks.
On the website of the Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) you can find the latest coronavirus health and hygiene advise.
Coronavirus measures at Leiden University
Leiden University's Campus Protocol lists the measures and guidelines that apply within the university to ensure the safety of our students and staff and reduce the risk of a further spread of the virus. Read the protocol carefully. Before coming to university buildings, always do the Corona check.
Quarantine requirements
If you are arriving from a region or country coded orange or red by the Dutch government, you are urgently requested to self-quarantine for a period of 10 days upon arrival.
Leiden University has made self-quarantine madatory, therefore you are not permitted to be present on campus during this 10-day period. See the FAQ for students travelling from a region with a red or orange travel code and read more about self-quarantine at home.
Self-quarantine buddy service
Leiden University offers a buddy service for students in self-quarantine.Your buddy can provide you with online moral support and social interaction, as well as practical tips for students in self-quarantine. If you are unable to order groceries online, your buddy can also do your grocery shopping up to twice a week. Make sure to plan your meals in advance.
We will do our best to provide you with a buddy, however please be aware this may not always be possible due to capacity issues. If we are unable to find you a buddy, we will instead refer you to other external resources.
Further information and support
For further information on coronavirus measures in the Netherlands, please visit the Netherlands and You website.
Learn about the support in place for and from students during the time of corona.