New members of the Belgium forum, introduce yourselves here - 2026

Hi all,

Newbie on the Belgium forum? Don't know how to start?

This thread is for you

We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country,
or to tell us more on your expat projects in Belgium if you are planning to move there.

It will enable us to help you better but above all to wish you a warm welcome.

Welcome on board! - @Julien

I live in Belgium I need the card for my job

@Julien

I'm living in Belgium

@Robert Romaniuc

Hello and welcome !

What kind of information are you looking for ? Can you please provide some details ?

All the best

Bhavna

I want open bank account

@Robert Romaniuc

This article might help you click here : Opening a Bank Account in Belgium

Regards

Bhavna

I had my family reunification visa approved today, my family plans on moving sometime before February. I joined to share my visa approval timeline so people know how long it is taking right now.

@pnaamah

Please can I know when you applied

@Julien

Hello everyone 👋🏾,

My name is Cecilia, and I’m happy to join this community. I’m currently in Nigeria and preparing for relocation to Belgium through the family reunification route. I’m here to learn from others who have gone through this process especially regarding timelines, documents, integration, language requirements, and settling in as a newcomer.

I’m also interested in understanding what life is like for families in cities such as Aalst, Ghent, and Antwerp, and how newcomers adjust to the school system and daily life.

Looking forward to connecting with people who can share their experiences and tips. Thank you for having me!

@ceciliainyambe1

Hello, warm welcome on board !

Thank you for taking the time to introduce yourself.

If you have any specific questions, I would invite you to create a new thread on the Belgium forum so that members can guide you : https://www.expat.com/en/forum/europe/belgium/

Reading the Living in Belgium: the ultimate expat guide will also be useful.

All the best

Bhavna

@Bhavna

Thank you so much for the warm welcome.

@ceciliainyambe1

Welcome Cecilia have you applied already or you’re about to

@Bems1

Thank you for the warm welcome. I’m about to, Please, I want to know the documents that will be needed for my children from a previous relationship, as I am currently married to an EU citizen.

@ceciliainyambe1

if the descendant is a minor born from a previous relationship  his/her spouse or partner, proof that the latter has custody rights and, in case of shared custody, the agreement of the other holder of custody on the descendant's stay in Belgium;

@Bems1

Okay. Thank you so much for your response.