About The Royal Institute of Engineers in the Netherlands


KIVI NIRIA is the Dutch association for engineers and
engineering students. With 23.000 members KIVI NIRIA is the largest
engineering association in the Netherlands. All engineering
disciplines are organized within KIVI NIRIA.

As the network body for engineers and other highly educated technical professionals in the Netherlands, KIVI NIRIA’s primary objective is to promote the importance of technology in our society. This ensures continuity in adequate investment in education, research and innovation. To meet this objective, KIVI NIRIA conducts the following core activities:

Technical promotion – to promote the role of technology and engineers in general
Network – to stimulate contacts and exchange of knowledge between engineers
Member services – to provide services that assist members with the development of their professional careers

KIVI NIRIA provides professional services to its members all over the world and organizes a large number of activities throughout the year. Of course this also counts for engineers from abroad who wish to work or study in the Netherlands. On this website you will find information about our policies and services and the many advantages of a KIVI NIRIA membership.

If you have any questions please contact:
Bouke Bosgraaf; International Adviser, at the KIVI NIRIA office in Den Haag.
Tel: +31 (0) 70 3919900 - E-mail: boukebosgraaf@kiviniria.nl.