Living costs in Maastricht, Netherlands
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Maastricht, Netherlands
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Monthly cost evidence
National student benchmark; housing varies by city and inclusions. Amsterdam can be more expensive. Health insurance eligibility depends on work and residence status. Source period: Undated live guidance; item averages Nibud 2024. Checked 2026-10-12.
Source monthly budget: €1,000.00 – €1,500.00. Source ↗ This may include a different basket; it is not the sum of the planner categories.
| Category | Monthly figure (EUR) | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | €450.00 – €1,000.00Room; national range | Source ↗Undated live guidance; item averages Nibud 2024 · checked 2026-10-12 |
| Food & daily needs | Research pending | A comparable sourced figure has not been added. |
| Transport | Research pending | A comparable sourced figure has not been added. |
| Utilities & phone | Research pending | A comparable sourced figure has not been added. |
| Personal & leisure | Research pending | A comparable sourced figure has not been added. |
| Health insurance | Research pending | A comparable sourced figure has not been added. |
Point estimates are single published allowances, not ranges. Minimums have no researched upper bound. National and regional benchmarks do not establish local prices. Partial categories need additional quotes.
Before accepting a fellowship in Maastricht
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Ask your host about accommodation eligibility, health coverage and visa requirements. Confirm whether your stipend is gross or net, when the first payment arrives, and which costs are paid directly. Budget separately for deposits, travel and one-off arrival costs.
Check local services and requirements
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Housing
- Booking.com · Maastricht ↗Short stays · select dates and check the exact location
- Airbnb · Maastricht ↗Rooms & furnished stays · check lease terms and total price
Food & daily needs
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Transport
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Utilities & phone
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Personal & leisure
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Health insurance
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