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Arch Quartet TR New member

Member since 21 June 2023

Arch Quartet TRNew member21 June 2023 15:31:45

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When I go to Belgium with a tourist visa, can I get a residence permit if I become a partner in a restaurant while there?

My cousin is a Belgian citizen and owns a restaurant. I'm thinking of partnering with him. I want to go and see it and if I like it, I want to be a partner. Can I do this while I'm there?

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peterjohn1104 Active member

Member since 21 January 2022

peterjohn1104Active member22 June 2023 16:29:23

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When I go to Belgium with a tourist visa, can I get a residence permit if I become a partner in a restaurant while there?
My cousin is a Belgian citizen and owns a restaurant. I'm thinking of partnering with him. I want to go and see it and if I like it, I want to be a partner. Can I do this while I'm there?
-@Arch Quartet TR

Looks like that you can with 300-350k EUR

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Arch Quartet TR New member

Member since 21 June 2023

Arch Quartet TRNew member23 June 2023 12:23:52

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@peterjohn1104 What if 50% of the restaurant isn't worth that much?

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AlexFromBelgium Animateur Belgique EN/FR

Member since 28 January 2018

AlexFromBelgiumAnimateur Belgique EN/FR28 June 2023 21:15:30

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nope, in your case, you'll probably have to check the single permit (work + stay) as a "owner" of a business in Belgium.

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