arjunprasad2143
Indian expat in Belgium
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Indian
Lives in Tervuren, Flanders
Speaks English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil
Registration: 19 July 2019
L card request rejected by Kenzie marisa
Hi ,I have been staying in Belgium for 5years now.and I moved to local contract 2 years back paying social security an tax. And I have not taken any break between both jobs when I applied for L card , it was rejected saying that I was detached ...
@jp_2018 Best check with your commune.. Read More
L card request rejected by Kenzie marisa
Hi ,I have been staying in Belgium for 5years now.and I moved to local contract 2 years back paying social security an tax. And I have not taken any break between both jobs when I applied for L card , it was rejected saying that I was detached ...
@Kenzie marisa He can achieve it with 5 years of uninterrupted stay, Language & Civic Integration Requirements Read More
A Card Unlimited Renewal or L Card Application by math7612
Hello everyone,I have 1 question. My Unlimited A card expires on November 11, and I am eligible to apply for the L card on September 25. At this point, do I need to renew my A card, or should I apply directly for the L card without renewing the A ...
You can only apply for the L card after 5 years have passed, in your case September 25th. For your A card, you follow the normal renewal process. Read More
Belgium Nationality 2026 by callonafo
Hi everyone,Let’s use this topic to share experiences and information about obtaining Belgian nationality in 2026, so we can gather useful and up to date details in one place.To make the information complete and easy to compare, it would be ...
@Srizzy The interpretation is different in each commune. I was asked to provide the language certificate/integration certificate even after completing 5 years of continuous work. You can check with your commune and try your luck. Read More
Belgium Nationality 2026 by callonafo
Hi everyone,Let’s use this topic to share experiences and information about obtaining Belgian nationality in 2026, so we can gather useful and up to date details in one place.To make the information complete and easy to compare, it would be ...
@Srizzy Yes. You get the integration certificate if you finish the social integration course as well as completion of A2 level in any of the national languages. Read More
Belgium Nationality 2026 by callonafo
Hi everyone,Let’s use this topic to share experiences and information about obtaining Belgian nationality in 2026, so we can gather useful and up to date details in one place.To make the information complete and easy to compare, it would be ...
@Mia0210You can take a look at the justice department's official documentation. https://justice.belgium.be/en/themes_and_files/children_and_youth/citizenship/become_belgian/declaration_of_acquisitionproviding proof of language is necessary ... Read More
Permanent card by Somanaina79
Hello all! Can anyone please throw some light on how long does one take to receive the permanent card after all the formalities are done! Thank you!
@Somanaina79 After 5 months are done from the day of submission, you can visit the commune and ask for the permanent card. This is usually the case. Dont expect anything before 4 months. Read More
Belgium Nationality 2026 by callonafo
Hi everyone,Let’s use this topic to share experiences and information about obtaining Belgian nationality in 2026, so we can gather useful and up to date details in one place.To make the information complete and easy to compare, it would be ...
@Mia0210 But I thought this changed in September 2025. Read More
Unlimited Single Permit Flanders by Nov Rain87
Hello,In december I will complete 4 years residing in Flander Region with card A, but during this period I didn't work all the time, (I worked more than 3.6 years).Am I eligible to apply for unlimited single permit, or I must complete 4 years of ...
@manju618 For Indians Unlimited Single permit for flanders is given if"You have been working for at least 4 years of the 5 years prior to your application"You can find more details in the link ... Read More
Rejection of permanent residence in Belgium by krish2190
Dear group ,My apologize if similar question has been addressed already. I would like to ask for your advice regarding my permanent residence application.- As a non-eu citizen, I moved to Belgium in 2020 as a posted employee (secondment) and have ...
@SimCityAT He didnt break any rules. He is talking about the commune having different standards towards different people. This is a prevalent condition in different communes across Belgium. Read More
Card A Renewal by gsenol
Hello,According to the information provided on the following website:https://economie-emploi.brussels/autorisations-travail-nouveautes, I understand that it is possible to apply for an unlimited work permit after 30 months of residence in the ...
Hello,I think you have it wrong.This is from the Brussels employment website https://economy-employment.brussels/authorisation-work-unlimited . " If your authorisations to work were issued by the Brussels Capital Region (Brussels Economy and ... Read More
Clarification on PR (B/L Card) Eligibility in Belgium by gowthamraj07
Hello everyone,I have been residing in Belgium since November 2017. From November 2017 to September 2024, I was in Belgium as an expatriate through an Indian company. Since September 2024, I have been employed locally by a Belgian company.After ...
@gowthamraj07https://economy-employment.brussels/aut … -unlimitedThis clearly says "Periods of employment as a seconded worker are not taken into account when calculating the years of employment covered by an authorisation to work"check your ... Read More
Single Permit Processing - 2024 by Mirage123
Hi everyone, I'm yet to submit any official application for my work permit/visa (I blame my employers who are incredibly disorganised...) so will post my information when the time comes.They seem to want me to start at the beginning of April but ...
@maharaji1984 How will he get an annex 49 from the municipality without an address? Read More
Residence permit renewal (wp unlimited) by ievgenfeldmann
How long it is normally takes to renew your residence permit (I have unlimited WP) in Brussels.Any ideas? What Annex should I ask comunne in case there will be a delay...Annex 15 or Annex 49 or which one
@masstonsils0e You would get annex 49 till you get the new card. Many expats have the same problem. Welcome to the bureaucratic difficulties of Belgium. The best thing is to talk to your commune and submit it a bit early the next time. Read More
PDFs for unlimited PR by gannam
Hello!Could you please advice how you combine pdf payslips for submission? Mine are digitally signed and acrobat says it cannot combine them into one pdf . Did you post all of documents separately?Many Thanks for the answers, I got really puzzeld.
@gannamYou can send the individual rekening which has the yearly details present. Read More
New rules for unlimited WP by gannam
Did you know? From October 1, if you requested unlimited WP in Brussels, it is possible to do it now after 30 months of work. Also other rules for work permit in Belgium have been simplified, especially changing jobs for limited WP - but this change ...
@gannam Yes. Awaiting more details https://economy-employment.brussels/news-work-authorisation-reform Read More
Work permit - Family member by André Silva
Hi everyone,I would like to know how long it takes to receive the work permit for a family member of a Visa D category. My wife received an offer and she will be the one with visa sponsored by the company. I am her family member, and I’m in ...
@André Silva Yes. Its possible.. You will need to apply for dependent visa along with your spouse's single permit before coming here. Read More
Work permit - Family member by André Silva
Hi everyone,I would like to know how long it takes to receive the work permit for a family member of a Visa D category. My wife received an offer and she will be the one with visa sponsored by the company. I am her family member, and I’m in ...
As a dependent, you dont require a single permit for working. But if the company insists on getting work permit for you, then it will take the same time as it took your wife to get her visa. (3 month approx). Read More
Will ID expiration be considered as interrup while waiting for new WP by lianmeng56
Hello everybody,I am holding a single work permit, and my contract with my current company will expire by May 5th, I have found another job in Belgium, and the new contract will start just at May 4th. New work permit application has been submitted ...
If your residence card is expiring and a new work permit application is underway, you can communicate it with your commune and they will give you annex 19 which will be valid till your new RP is approved. Read More
Ways to prove Integration by ARMaliq
Hello Everyone,My wife (dependent) who has not been able to find a position yet needs to renew her ID. We were never told to join integration as she came just before the integration course became mandatory.Now, when inquired with the commune about ...
@MRamkumarYou can continue working with your new work permit. You just have to wait for the annex 46. If in the mean time if your RP has expired, the commune will provide you with an annex 19 which will be valid till you get your residence permit ... Read More
Ways to prove Integration by ARMaliq
Hello Everyone,My wife (dependent) who has not been able to find a position yet needs to renew her ID. We were never told to join integration as she came just before the integration course became mandatory.Now, when inquired with the commune about ...
@ARMaliqSame as mine. 3 years extension. Read More
Ways to prove Integration by ARMaliq
Hello Everyone,My wife (dependent) who has not been able to find a position yet needs to renew her ID. We were never told to join integration as she came just before the integration course became mandatory.Now, when inquired with the commune about ...
@ARMaliqYou need to register yourself with the Agency of civic integration. https://www.integratie-inburgering.be/en/welcome-to-flanders-and-brusselsOnce you have registered for a course, you can communicate with the commune that you have alredy ... Read More
Ways to prove Integration by ARMaliq
Hello Everyone,My wife (dependent) who has not been able to find a position yet needs to renew her ID. We were never told to join integration as she came just before the integration course became mandatory.Now, when inquired with the commune about ...
As per this link people who came on article 10bis are exempted from integration. https://dofi.ibz.be/fr/themes/faq/long- … iete-belge -@hssn601From what I understand your suggestion is wrong. The commune doesnt have to guide you to ... Read More
Card A resident permit to invite family in Belgium by gafarvictoir
Hello I work and live in Belgium with a single permit for highly qualified workers (card A).Is it possible to invite a member of my family to visit me?I have heard it is not possible. Who has experience with that?Thank you.
@gafarvictoir why not? They can visit you with visa type C. Please refer to links ... Read More
Getting Spouse and Kid's VISA for short term work permit travel by helloabhisek2012
Hi,I will travel to Brussels for 88 days with short term work VISA. I would like to know the clause of applying sengen VISA for my dependent wife and kid who will travel after my travel and will stay for a period of 1 month with me.Can anyone guide ...
@helloabhisek2012 The visa you have received for your work, is it a short stay visa(type C) or a long term visa(Type D)? Read More
Nationaliteit - can my child get belgium nationality? by mansurdostakhel82
Hello i have questions my son born outside country he is 3 year old now few day ago I have Received belgium nationaliteit can my child get belgium nationality ???
You can find all the details in this linkhttps://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/belgians-abroad/nationality/being-granted-belgian-nationality-age-18 Read More
Registration outside the work permit region by D005K
Hi All,I have a question regarding the town hall registration after you reach belgium.Is it possible to settle and register in a different region Eg. Brussels region when the work permit says your work is on a different Flanders region?Will there ...
No. You can settle in any region. Work permit authorization is done region wise, but residency is a federal thing. so no issues at all. Read More
salary expected for Cloud engineer/DevOps engineer by guestuserbrs
Dear community members,I am preparing for job interviews and I am not clear about the salaries offered currently in Belgium job market .My current role is Senior DevOps Consultant having expertise in Azure Cloud environment, DevOps tools and ...
@guestuserbrs I am a lead consultant with experience in cloud and devops. I have been working in belgium for the last 3 years. In my opinion Alex is approximately right about the salary range. But it depends on your experience in the role offered. ... Read More
Enrolling my daughters in francophone secondary school by Lena M
Hello! We are moving to Brussels. My daughters are francophone and the 12 year old will enter 1re secondaire and the 16 year old will enter 4me secondaire. We are hoping to live in Woluwe St Pierre or St Lambert. I have several questions I hope ...
@Lena M For enrolment, they need to have the national register number or the ID card. I suggest you get them as soon as possible. Read More
Single permit / Card A renewal by Zaza00
Hello all, I hope you can help me clarify what are the next steps to renew my single permit and card A (limited stay). My current one-year work contract ends at the end of the year and I'm keen to start the renewal for my single permit through the ...
You wouldnt have to do anything, the renewal is done by your employer. I would recommend starting the renewal process almost 4 months before the end date. Not sure who asked you about your individual account, but this is a document that your ... Read More
Resident permit process,not allow to leave the country by Hanney Bustami
HI All: I read and understand that during the Resident permit process. One cannot leave the country (Belgium).I have some question, How the municipal can find out one have left the country? and also, if we go to country near the border even for one ...
@Hanney Bustami The problem arises when you are caught. If you are willing to risk it, then you can do whatever you want. Read More
Processing time for Single permit 2023 by R Dwivedi
Hello all!I will be starting my postdoc in ULB soon. My application for the single permit was lodged on 15th June. Can anyone who has applied for the permit mention their timelines so that I get an idea when can I expect a decision? I am in India ...
https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=968900&p=70#5703894 Read More
Processing time for Single permit 2023 by R Dwivedi
Hello all!I will be starting my postdoc in ULB soon. My application for the single permit was lodged on 15th June. Can anyone who has applied for the permit mention their timelines so that I get an idea when can I expect a decision? I am in India ...
please go through the forum.. there is a dedicated thread for the single permit processing times for 2023 Read More
New members of the Belgium forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 by Julien
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 ...
@peacesalma517 yes. Its mandatory Read More
Belgium Visa D with annex 46 2023 process timeline by Pritham1
Hello,Is anyone recently submitted visa D application for Belgium with single permit in 2023?Could you tell whats the timeline it took?
Please check the other posts in the forum.. There is a thread dedicated for this in the section.https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=968900&p=70 Read More
13th month and Holliday double pay on the 1st year of work by Nel3ab
Hello,I started working in Belgium back in November, I am supposed to get double pay in December and 92% in June, I didn't get the double pay in December, while I wasn't expecting the whole double pay the HR said it's because I just started, but I ...
The holiday entitlement depends on the length of service during the preceding calendar year. So if this is your first year of work in Belgium, then you'll only get your holiday pay during the second year as you do not have any holidays in the ... Read More
Moving (temporarily) abroad while keeping Belgian domiciliation? by changoman
Hi all,I live and work in Gent and have Belgian nationality. Since I move to Gent ~7 years ago I have always been registered at the domicile where I lived and the rule was always "you need to register your new domicile as soon as you move".I now ...
The best place to get an accurate response is your commune. Did you check with them? Read More
temporary place to stay by islekmrt
Hello, I have just received my single permit and going to move in brussels, I am looking for a temporary place to complete my registration. Could you please help me if you know any flat rental company or website to rent such place ? I already ...
you can check with bbf or rentmore.. These are service apartments which offer short term contracts Read More
Payment proof for Retribution fee for Single Permit Processing by playmakerindia
Hi I am from India. I have got a job in Belgium.KPMG is applying for work permit on my behalf. They have asked for payment proof of retribution fee of 138 Euros.I have done foreign remittance of this amount from SBI but I did not get any transaction ...
I did it through SBI and received the statement rightaway. Read More
Resident permit by laria hatim
Pls am a new come, I have applied commune online since March,19 2023 still no reply, police too haven't come to visit us any help
you can go to the nearest police station and find out the name of the police officer and connect with them. Read More
Non EU baby residence permit - paper based? by ARMaliq
Hello,I recently ordered a residence permit for my baby who is non-EU.I received a paper-based version of the residence permit. Although I don't have any problem with it, could some one tell me from personal experience that whether it is normal all ...
Yes. Its the same all over Belgium. You get a paper RP for kids and yes, for my child the airllines have accepted it. Read More
Kids under 12 year residence card renewal by Sheetal Laad
Hello. A question out of a new experience with commune for kids card renewal. Every time until now during renewal of my kids card, commune give the paper card on spot without any further wait time or process at their end.This time, they took ...
@Sheetal Laad The papers will be sent first or later. This can be decided by the commune. Since the card is issued by the commune, they can choose to do give it when you apply for it, but all documents are collected. This is what I understood with ... Read More
Visa d processing timeline 2023 by GuestPoster347
Hello everyone , when do you usualy get a response from the embassy after submission , currently on 3rd week and nothing , so anxious 😑
@Tachelle McCarthy Yes. It is quite an interesting experience. But once you are here in Belgium you will find that most of the procedures are like this and takes its own time. Read More
Visa d processing timeline 2023 by GuestPoster347
Hello everyone , when do you usualy get a response from the embassy after submission , currently on 3rd week and nothing , so anxious 😑
@Spencer Gee Gold There is nothing much you can do, but wait. If you havent heard anything back in 120 days, then you can worry. But now my advice would be to wait patiently. They will contact you if they need more information. Read More
Unlimited single permit processing time - 2021&2022 by Bel_expat
Hello, I didn't see a specific topic on unlimited WP, I would like to share my experience and get your advise. I applied to unlimited single permit on 27 October; according to https://economy-employment.brussels/single-permit-unlimited ...
@himalay42 There are people of certain countries who can get it after 2 years or 3 years. They can apply for it after they reach the time limit. The official page says "If your spouse, your registered partner or your children are lawfully residing ... Read More
Unlimited single permit processing time - 2021&2022 by Bel_expat
Hello, I didn't see a specific topic on unlimited WP, I would like to share my experience and get your advise. I applied to unlimited single permit on 27 October; according to https://economy-employment.brussels/single-permit-unlimited ...
@himalay42 for Brussels region it is as below,If your spouse, your registered partner or your children are lawfully residing with you, :you need to justify three years of employment covered by a single permit or a work permit, over a period of ten ... Read More
Belgium Visit visa convert to spouse visa by S chassie
I was applied spouse visa of Belgium recently From vfs new delhi. I was check my status of visa on IBZ website they appearing my status is RJECT.Decision date - 28 Feb 2023The official reject email has not yet arrived.Can I go to Belgium for 3 ...
@S chassie this will give you more problems in the future run. It would be better to wait for the rejection reason and then reapply for it. Read More
Can we visit another schengen country first with family reunion? by Beeb33
Hello,My wife just got her family reunion request accepted. Issue is that it's very difficult at the moment to go straight to Belgium from her country of origin.So we were wondering if she could pass through a schengen zone country by bus first to ...
In your visa application, you mention the country of entry. You can mention specific schengen country there which will be your first point of entry Read More
Limited single permit with illimited job market by Mounir kamel
Hi,I have a limited single permit and I get an illimited job market (marche de travail illimité) in my residence id (titre de sejour).Can I change my employer without changing the single permit?
@maharaji1984 You can request an "unlimited single permit" if you can justify several years of employment covered by a single permit or a work permit, over a period of ten years of lawful and uninterrupted residence in Belgium immediately preceding ... Read More
Living in a different region with a single permit by Sean789
Hello,Can you change the region you live in if you have a non-eu single permit (or you're currently applying for one)?Do you need to work and live in the same region? Or for instance, could your job be based in Brussels, but you live in the Flemish ...
It doesnt matter. Read More
Police visit - what to expect by Zaza00
Hello I am new to Brussels and heard that there is a police visit shortly after registering at the commune. Should I be expecting the police to need to visit again in the future? Is there a police visit when applying for Card A?Thanks!
Is there a police visit when applying for Card A? - YESShould I be expecting the police to need to visit again in the future? - Depends on different cases. Read More
Procedure for Annex 33 by Shanawar Rana
Hey,Hope everyone is great. I have a bit of confusion. I'm a Erasmus Mundus Master's student here and have started my internship in brussels. I have a Spanish residence Permit and I'm originally from Pakistan. Could someone tell me how can I apply ...
You can go through this forum https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=1002127 for better insight Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@djpalace2000 yes. It's possible. you can check this link for some detailed explanation. It was helpful for me.sakhuja-expat.blogspot.com/2018/06?m=1 Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@Zaza00 Thank you for your reply. In my case, the fee was paid by my employer and I paid the fee for my dependent wife. But for my friend, the employer has not confirmed anything from their side for his application. so he's worried about his ... Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
Asking for a friend:I have received the annex 46 document and preparing for the visa d process along with my dependent wife and kid. I would like to know about the administrative fee or the contribution fee which you have to pay. Can someone share ... Read More
Annex46 cancellation by eveme111
What should be the procedure if due to some unforeseen circumstances someone want to stepback and continue with current employer where as he/she accepted the contract from new employer and the new employer also processed the work authorisation and ...
from what I understand if you have received annex 46, then your work permit with the new client is processed. That means the old work permit is null and void. I would recommend you not to leave the new job before getting some confirmation from ... Read More
L card processing - leaving job while L card is processing by Manusha47
Dear,I have applied for my L card on September 15 and its in process. I got an another Job offer which I am planning to start in March (hoping that I will receive my L card by then and that I dont need single permit). So my question is can i already ...
@Manusha47 Well then, it will be according to company rules and regulations. They can also decide to give you 0%. If you can quantify your work and show that it has given x% of growth for your company, then you might have a chance.. otherwise its ... Read More
L card processing - leaving job while L card is processing by Manusha47
Dear,I have applied for my L card on September 15 and its in process. I got an another Job offer which I am planning to start in March (hoping that I will receive my L card by then and that I dont need single permit). So my question is can i already ...
@Manusha47 are you talking about the 13th month salary? Read More
Renewal for an A card by efe952
I have an A card which expired this January 2023 but I put in all the necessary documents I was asked for renewal in December before it expired.I was given an appointment to come collect my card on that same 31st January. But on getting there the ...
No. thats the procedure! You can always extend your Annex 15 till you get your card. Read More
Visum, Lawyers, Residence Permit by Algolimit
Hi Forum Users,I am seeking help in regard to getting a visa for my wife, and a residence permit.I am a Dutch citizen and I have recently rented a house in Hasselt, Belgium. My family, including my two Dutch children and my Turkish wife, are ...
A small google search would take you to this site. https://dofi.ibz.be/nl/themes/ressortissants-dun-pays-tiers/regroupement-familial/de-gezinshereniger-onderdaan-van-een-euYou can get more details there Read More
Type A residence card renewal timeline by GuestPoster198722
Hi everyone,My name is Josh (a non-EU national), new (relatively) in Belgium and new to the group. I am a researcher with a type A card. I have to renew my resident permit every year. According to the instructions from the commune, I am supposed to ...
@Josh Jasper It might not be related to this case, but I had to follow up a lot with my commune for the renewal of dependent visa for my wife. The person who was communicating with us kept asking us to wait. We wanted to travel to India as we had ... Read More
Residence permit Renewal for dependents by karthick_
Hello,I would like to understand from the expats who did their single permit renewal recently , when shall we launch the renewal application for dependents ? After the annex 46 of main applicant or the moment when the single permit application is in ...
@karthick_ You can check with the commune, they will give annexe 15 for dependents.Yes, you can work with annexe 49 (which they usually provide for 1 month) and keep extending it till you get the RP card. Read More
Residence permit Renewal for dependents by karthick_
Hello,I would like to understand from the expats who did their single permit renewal recently , when shall we launch the renewal application for dependents ? After the annex 46 of main applicant or the moment when the single permit application is in ...
My commune (Woluwe Saint Lambert) told me I can apply for it as soon as I get my annexe 46. Read More
Single permit renewal for dependent spouse by peterjohn1104
Hi all, Do you know how soonest you could ask for a Single permit renewal? I know its usually 1 month but if someone has been experience sooner? And currently how long does it takes for a dependent spouse single permit renewal? We are all non-EEA ...
@peterjohn1104 Could you please let me know which commune was this? Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@Kuldeep Kumar48 Its the same process, you have to wait the entire processing time, almost a month for the work permit and around 8-10 weeks for residence permit Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@Chabonisme I am not sure. It was sent to me the first time I applied for it. Since its a renewal it might be the case that my employer gets it. Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
My timeline - Renewal Region - FlandersApplication submitted on 23rd June 2022WP - 25th July 2022RP - 19th September 2022 (But I received communication from my employer only today) Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@Poolnoodle There are 3 regions in Belgium and yes, Brussels is indeed a city as well as a Region Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@Uzumaki Bey It is a document issued by the commune for temporary residence permission till your single permit is approved Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@Yas122 only your employer can apply for it Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@pkundupradeep you dont need to get the marriage certificate reissued. Get a copy attested by a notary and then get it apostilled. I did it that way. Read More
Regarding registration at commune by tuskysingh
Hi, my owner is not allowing me to go to commune for registration.He shown me that in advertisement "No domiciliation" mentioned.And If I go without informing owner then will it create an issue?Because within 90 days need to inform and register at ...
Why did you take that house if no domiciliation is mentioned and you want to domicile? Read More
Renewal of single permit or long-term residency (D/L) card? by richeekdey3
Hey folks, I'm in a bit of a conundrum. Currently, I've got my resident + WP valid till July, 2022. This would be my fourth year of working in Belgium. Additionally, I have a Master's degree from the VUB (2 year master). Do I: 1) ...
You can request an "unlimited single permit" if you can justify several years of employment covered by a single permit or a work permit, over a period of ten years of lawful and uninterrupted residence in Belgium immediately preceding the ... Read More
Short stay family visa are open?
Hello, Is the visa application center open for processing short stay family visa? I heard from news that belgium has lifted its entry ban from high risk countries ... Read More
What is the average time of getting rent agreement and RP card? by dmp2109
I will be travelling to belgium on Work permit. I would require Rent Agreement & RP card to raise dependent visa . So I would like to know how much time generally apartment owners take to provide rent agreement? & How much time commune take ...
You don't need RP card to apply for dependent visa. You can apply together when applying for your own visa. It's best you go through the forum to understand better. Many people have had similar doubts raised and cleared in forum. Read More
Theory Driving Test - Need past questions/materials in English by monceey
Please can someone help me with any related book or materials that could help me prepare and study for my theory driving test in english to be taken in Brussels soon? Thanks for your help. Monceey
you can refer to this site https://www.gratisrijbewijsonline.be/ It has both the exam guide as well as online test. You can also browse through the forum to get some better understanding of the tests too.. Its what helped me pass the test my very ... Read More
Belgium Dependant Visa - Birth Certificate Renewal by vanilingala
Hi, I'm applying for Dependant visa , my husband company has asked to give birth certificate which is issued in last 6 months. When I asked in municipal office to renew the certificate, they are telling it will be given only once,and they ...
Normally most of the people get their birth certificated issued when they are born. They must be asking for a certificate which is apostilled within the last 6 months and not a birth certificate produced in the last 6 months. Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
You just have to go to the commune and let them know that you havent found a permanent accommodation yet. They will give you a future time-period by which you will have to find something permanent. For me, When I went to register, they asked me to ... Read More
Can a dependent spouse apply for work? by arjunprasad2143
Hello, I have been working for a Belgium company since January 2020 with a Single Permit. My wife has joined me with a dependent visa. She is now trying to look for some work in the IT industry. We have not received our RP card yet (hopefully we ...
I have been in touch with my commune and they have confirmed that your dependents can work till the time your work permit/residence permit is in place. Thanks Arjun Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
and btw, he got his single permit documents on his personal email id. Some people were suggesting the rules have changed and they send it to the embassy etc. But its good to keep an eye on your inbox..and your spam too (I received it in my spam). Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
There is no point in hypothesizing. One of my friend got the RP yesterday. He's not registered on this site. I can understand everyone's anxiety (had the same when I applied). But its better to have some patience and prepare the rest of the ... Read More
Can a dependent spouse apply for work? by arjunprasad2143
Hello, I have been working for a Belgium company since January 2020 with a Single Permit. My wife has joined me with a dependent visa. She is now trying to look for some work in the IT industry. We have not received our RP card yet (hopefully we ...
This is the situation. Few people are saying No. But I came accross few people who are working as dependents. Not sure on what basis they provide the work permit for the spouse? But there is no work permit anymore, it's single permit. I checked ... Read More
Can a dependent spouse apply for work?
Hello, I have been working for a Belgium company since January 2020 with a Single Permit. My wife has joined me with a dependent visa. She is now trying to look for some work in the IT industry. We have not received our RP card yet (hopefully we ... Read More
Query regarding Job offer by Vs2802
Dear All, I am currently working in Belgium since last year and i am in touch with one consultancy,which is ready to offer me a single work permit for 3 years but when I ask about to share me the salary structure with offer letter, they say single ...
You shouldn't accept any offer letter without seeing the contract. That's what I'd say. Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
1. Yes. You need to buy separate travel insurance for you and your wife. 2. You can take flexible bookings in which you can change the date later or bookings which allow you book now and pay later. I booked a service apartment through booking.com ... Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
You can select the long term visa. Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
From my understanding the single permit or the unique permit application is done by the employer and the visa application is to be done by the employee. Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
You can go through this blog. I found it helpful when I did my Visa for me and my wife. http://sakhuja-expat.blogspot.com/Hi, thanks for your response. But the one mentioned in the blog was for the Visa D type with work permit B. I have contacted ... Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
Which site did you see it? Check the official govt website for details. Check the document advisor in the official website. https://portal1.passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/smartPhone/mobPccPassportI have seen in below indian website - ... Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
You can go through this blog. I found it helpful when I did my Visa for me and my wife. http://sakhuja-expat.blogspot.com/ Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
So the period of stay should be entered as three years ?In the visa application, i guess you can only give it for a maximum of 1 year. Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
I used option 3 when I applied. This was recommended in the forum. Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
Which site did you see it? Check the official govt website for details. Check the document advisor in the official website. https://portal1.passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/smartPhone/mobPccPassport Read More
Regarding Dependant Visa while Single Permit Processing by Sandeepb
Hi, I have an offer from Employer in Belgium and they raised a Single Permit visa yesterday only. When checked with my employer on Dependant Visa, it seems they checked with immigration authorities and was told to raise dependant visa (Family ...
You can go through this forum, all the details required are mentioned. https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=830861&p=35#4784535 Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
Yes. If you apply together you'll get it soon. Else it will take time for processing.I could see in the visa application form for dependent, they are expecting rental agreement. is that needed when i apply for dependent along with mine ? Also ... Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
There is no point in thinking too much..just wait for it. Be patient. 😊 Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
You need to fill your application online and then take an appointment at VFS and submit your application there. Same goes for your wife.Thank you. So I can apply for dependent visa along with mine ?Yes. If you apply together you'll get it soon. ... Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
You need to fill your application online and then take an appointment at VFS and submit your application there. Same goes for your wife. Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
Congratulations. Seems like they are speeding up the paper work now. Read More