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Can I change status while in Belgium?

Arch Quartet TR
#1

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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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

Arch Quartet TR
#3

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

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AlexFromBelgium
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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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