vickykaushal
Indian expat in Belgium
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Registration: 07 February 2021
Getting F+ card instead of F card by Guest726712
Hello everyone. I hope all are good. I want to describe my situation and know if there is a possibility of getting F+ card instead of F card. So, i have been in belgium since november 2017. Currently i have 5th card A which expires on 31st October ...
5 years of stay is the bare minimum to technically request the start of the process.Then it depends if you have been working for 5 years straight, did the immigration lesson to socialize to Belgian life, had French/Dutch/German A2 level, ...There ... Read More
Best way to invest in stocks and mutual funds by vickykaushal
Hello, I am thinking of investing in stocks and mutual funds in Belgium. --What is best way to invest in the stocks and mutual funds? what are the typical return here? --I would like to know your opinion on the investment funds from various banks ...
There is this ---> https://www.reddit.com/r/BEFire/ with optimised information on the best approaches especially if you are intrested in ETFs/Index fundsthanks, Can you suggest what is best mode for investment in belgium? Read More
Best way to invest in stocks and mutual funds
Hello, I am thinking of investing in stocks and mutual funds in Belgium. --What is best way to invest in the stocks and mutual funds? what are the typical return here? --I would like to know your opinion on the investment funds from various banks ... Read More
Single Permit Processing time in 2021 by Indian.expat8860
HiI saw a thread for visa d processing time but i have a question on processing time for single permitMe and my wife are moving to Antwerp from Singapore, based on my employment contract for indefinite period and my wife would be on dependent visaMy ...
I'm on the same timeline as his（46）but I'm still waiting、Does anyone know why this is?Well, actually I got my WP on 17th Dec (Brussels) yet I have not received my SP yet :( it seems the applications are not processed ... Read More
Single Permit Processing time in 2021 by Indian.expat8860
HiI saw a thread for visa d processing time but i have a question on processing time for single permitMe and my wife are moving to Antwerp from Singapore, based on my employment contract for indefinite period and my wife would be on dependent visaMy ...
Hello, My timeline, for Flanders WP applied: not sure Email from social security - 4-Nov 2021 Work Permit Approval - 21-Dec 2021 Annex 46 - 21 Jan 2022Thanks for sharing the update. Is it fresh application or extension ?It was an new application ... Read More
Single Permit Processing time in 2021 by Indian.expat8860
HiI saw a thread for visa d processing time but i have a question on processing time for single permitMe and my wife are moving to Antwerp from Singapore, based on my employment contract for indefinite period and my wife would be on dependent visaMy ...
Hello, My timeline, for Flanders WP applied: not sure Email from social security - 4-Nov 2021 Work Permit Approval - 21-Dec 2021 Annex 46 - 21 Jan 2022 Read More
Permanent Residence Card - Type-D by shaans
Hello, I had applied for Permanent Residence Card - Type-B in September 2018 in 1000 Commune Brussels. But there was no answer until March 2019 so when i visited the commune again to check status they asked me to apply for Permanent Residence Card ...
Belgian Mutuality: Hello Everyone, I am new to Belgium. I came to know that mutuality is very important in Belgium. Which is the better mutuality in Belgium? I live in Zaventem. I am confused between CM mutual and Partenamut? What is the process to ... Read More
D type visa and processing time for 2021 by nmshkh8
Hi everyone! I have applied for dependent visa for myself and my daughter in start of Feb 2021. I want to know if anyone have applied in Jan or Feb 2021 what was the processing time if you have received the visa. Since mine is showing on ...
Belgian Mutuality: Hello Everyone, I am new to Belgium. I came to know that mutuality is very important in Belgium. Which is the better mutuality in Belgium? I live in Zaventem. I am confused between CM mutual and Partenamut? What is the process ... 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 ...
Hello, My timeline, for Flanders Application date - Nov 4 Work Permit Approval - Dec 21 Annex 46 - Still Waiting Read More
Single Permit Processing time in 2021 by Indian.expat8860
HiI saw a thread for visa d processing time but i have a question on processing time for single permitMe and my wife are moving to Antwerp from Singapore, based on my employment contract for indefinite period and my wife would be on dependent visaMy ...
Hello, My timeline, for Flanders Application date - 4-Nov Work Permit Approval - 21-Dec Annex 46 - Still Waiting Read More
Resignation procedure - Belgium by rajpnr
Hello, I work as a Software professional in Belgium and would be changing my employer soon. This would be my first resignation with a Belgian employer and I do not have any experience with it. For the resignation, I should formally submit a signed ...
Guys, I am recently resigning from the Belgium employer. Can someone tell me what all documents to collect from the employer on resigning. I know some list such as -experience letter -relieving letter -Full and final settlement Is there another ... Read More
Change of employer under single permit by Bel_expat
Hello, apologies if this has been discussed before but I could not find. I moved to Belgium with my family in Jan 2019 with B type work permit, which was renewed by my employer after 1 year to a single permit for 3 years. As I wanted to leave my ...
Hi Alex, when you change job in Belgium. For the new company to process your new work permit they are asking for last date in previous company. As a proof they are asking for resignation letter with last date mentioned. Is there a way to tell the ... Read More
Single Permit Processing time in 2021 by Indian.expat8860
HiI saw a thread for visa d processing time but i have a question on processing time for single permitMe and my wife are moving to Antwerp from Singapore, based on my employment contract for indefinite period and my wife would be on dependent visaMy ...
Here is my timeline. Application submission date:23rd August Work Permit approval date: 27th october Single permit approval date:19th november region:flanders Situation:Already working in Belgium,change of employer Commune : Issued Anex 49 upon ... 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 ...
Hello everyone, So far, some news for me. Despite the long waiting time (This was a change of employer, I am already working in Belgium): Region: Flanders Submission Date: 20 Aug 21 Work Permit Approval: 03 Nov 21 Single Permit Approval: ... Read More
Single Permit Processing time in 2021 by Indian.expat8860
HiI saw a thread for visa d processing time but i have a question on processing time for single permitMe and my wife are moving to Antwerp from Singapore, based on my employment contract for indefinite period and my wife would be on dependent visaMy ...
Finally some update for mine after 11 weeks Region: Flanders Application submission: 02 Sep 2021 Work Permit Authorization Received: 17 Nov 2021 Waiting for residence perm. Hope its not too long :(Congrats. But it is really long wait time. I am ... Read More
Single Permit Processing time in 2021 by Indian.expat8860
HiI saw a thread for visa d processing time but i have a question on processing time for single permitMe and my wife are moving to Antwerp from Singapore, based on my employment contract for indefinite period and my wife would be on dependent visaMy ...
Finally some update for mine after 11 weeks Region: Flanders Application submission: 02 Sep 2021 Work Permit Authorization Received: 17 Nov 2021 Waiting for residence perm. Hope its not too long :(Congrats. But it is really long wait time. I am ... Read More
Single Permit by mvishwakarma
Hello Guys, This is Manoj Vishwakarma and my question is related to Single Permit. My Employer had applied for the renewal of WP (now in new process it's Single permit) in Mid of Feb 2019 and as a part of single permit, first level of approval ...
Hello, I am recently changing my job in Belgium from Indian expat contract to new Belgium company contact. My last date in the current company is 20th Nov. New work permit is applied on 4th Nov. But my new work permit is not yet approved by the ... Read More
Single Permit (Belgium Work permit) by Sjpk
Hi, I am Kumar working in Belgium for 3 yrs on work permit. My passport is going to expire in june2021, am I eligible to apply for renewal of single permit which expires in April 2021? Note..my passport renewal pending with indian embassy and it ...
Hello, I am recently changing my job in Belgium from Indian expat contract to new Belgium company contact. My last date in the current company is 20th Nov. New work permit is applied on 4th Nov. But my new work permit is not yet approved by the ... Read More
Job change and new work permit delay issue
Hello, I am recently changing my job in Belgium from Indian expat contract to new Belgium company contact. My last date in the current company is 20th Nov. New work permit is applied on 4th Nov. But my new work permit is not yet approved by the ... Read More
Unlimited single permit by Sim_90
Hi, In December, I will mark my 5th year in Belgium and I understood that I can apply for a residence permit. However, at the commune, they mentioned that this is only possible after my card type A expires in Oct 2022 and also at the discretion of ...
Basically, you should get the unlimited work permit after 4 years. If it's your 5 years of stay in Belgium, you should read at the rear of your resident permit: 'marché du travail: illimité' ==> labor market : unlimited For ... Read More
Unlimited single permit by Sim_90
Hi, In December, I will mark my 5th year in Belgium and I understood that I can apply for a residence permit. However, at the commune, they mentioned that this is only possible after my card type A expires in Oct 2022 and also at the discretion of ...
Hi Alex, I bit surprise on the dependent also have to pay social security to be eligible for PR card? Because In the past may house wife also gets the PR card after 5 years once their husband get the PR card. Now you are saying that every dependent ... Read More
13th Month & Double Holiday Pay after Resignation by rajpnr
Hello everyone, I've been working for a Belgian employer right from the starting of 2020 (Starting Dec 2019). I understood that the salary is paid 13.92 times and usually we will get our 13th Month Pay by last week of December and double ...
Hi rajnpr, I am also in the same situation. I have resigned and joining the new company from 1st Dec. Did you check with your HR on this topic? What I heard from a friend the your old company will pay you on pro rated basis you 13th month pay and ... Read More
Unlimited single permit by Sim_90
Hi, In December, I will mark my 5th year in Belgium and I understood that I can apply for a residence permit. However, at the commune, they mentioned that this is only possible after my card type A expires in Oct 2022 and also at the discretion of ...
Hi Alex, I have similar condition, my spouse have received the D Card from commune. But I am not sure if I will be eligible for permanent RP card B or D card as spouse. My details are following: -Completed 5 years of continuous stay -Working in ... Read More
PR with Type D card if working with local company as a NR tax status? by expatbluelurker
Hello, I am a non-EU citizen working on a single permit here in Belgium. I have a local Belgian contract with an ex-pat contract, however, I am a non-resident taxpayer. This status helps employees to get slightly more salaries compared to ...
Hi all, good news my spouse have received the D Card. But I am not sure if I will be eligible for permanent RP card. My details are following: -Completed 5 years of continuous stay -Working in Indian company from 5 years on seconded model (Expat) My ... Read More
eligible for Permanent residence card ? by vickykaushal
Hi, I have following situation... I am employed with IT Indian company on expat contract. That's why even after working 5 years my PR application is rejected by commune. But My spouse has completed 5.5 years in Belgium and working for local ...
Hi all, good news my spouse have received the D Card. But I am not sure if I will be eligible for permanent RP card. My details are following: -Completed 5 years of continuous stay -Working in Indian company from 5 years on seconded model (Expat) My ... Read More
Company Car / impact on net salary by Rohit45
Hello, I have opted for an option for a company car recently. However, what confuses me is the VAA calculations and the impact on my take home. Can someone guide me with the calculations of having a company diesel car and the tax calculations ...
Hello Expats, I would like understand what would be the typical net in hand salary for 80000 euro gross yearly salary. is it a good salary for Belgium? I have two kids, and working spouse. Thank you. Read More
Belgium Visa Processing Timeline and Documentation by shivamgrover21
Hi All, I would like to share my experience in getting the long term D visa for Belgium. I had tons of questions for the visa application, but this forum and the responses from people have been of great help. Mostly though AneeshKs's responses ...
Hi, I have following situation... I am employed with IT Indian company on expat contract. That's why even after working 5 years my PR application is rejected by commune. But My spouse has completed 5.5 years in Belgium and working for local ... Read More
Unlimited Single Permit - B type Residence Card
Hi, I have following situation... I am employed with IT Indian company on expat contract. That's why even after working 5 years my PR application is rejected by commune. But My spouse has completed 5.5 years in Belgium and working for local ... Read More
Housing in Vilvoorde-concerns
Hello All, I am recently looking for some houses near brussels for living. Also I would like to know how is the Vilvoorde area for living for non-Belgian. Is it a good area for living with family? I heard some issue such as industrial pollution ... Read More
PR with Type D card if working with local company as a NR tax status? by expatbluelurker
Hello, I am a non-EU citizen working on a single permit here in Belgium. I have a local Belgian contract with an ex-pat contract, however, I am a non-resident taxpayer. This status helps employees to get slightly more salaries compared to ...
I am from evere commune...they said they will check with ministry and come back to me on the same day...but they did not...they are not picking phone or replying the emails.....also visiting them will be difficult as they only allow visitor on ... Read More
New rules for Permanent Resident by Alpaci
Hello Everyone Can someone please explain the amendment in Belgium rule for getting Permanent Resident in 2020? Is it not possible to get Permanent Resident under limited contract even if we completed 5 years ?
Hi I have similar situation... Need advice if spouse of D or B card holder will be eligible for Permanent residence card??...if he has completed the 5 years on expat contract with Foreign company. Also my spouse apply for D card in Commune but ... Read More
Belgium D card work in the Netherlands by expat_from_aisa
Dear all members, Could someone tell me can I freely work in the Netherlands if I have a D card? Or I still have to do the same paperwork with people who don't have a D card, like applying for a working permit? If so, what is the advatange for ...
Hi I have similar situation... Need advice if spouse of D or B card holder will be eligible for Permanent residence card??...if he has completed the 5 years on expat contract with Foreign company. Also my spouse apply for D card in Commune but ... Read More
PR with Type D card if working with local company as a NR tax status? by expatbluelurker
Hello, I am a non-EU citizen working on a single permit here in Belgium. I have a local Belgian contract with an ex-pat contract, however, I am a non-resident taxpayer. This status helps employees to get slightly more salaries compared to ...
Hi I have similar situation... Need advice if spouse of D or B card holder will be eligible for Permanent residence card??...if he has completed the 5 years on expat contract with Foreign company. Also my spouse apply for D card in Commune but ... Read More
Eligibility for permanent residence D card by kalyanirs84
Hello All, I am a non EU citizen living in Belgium since mid 2017, currently in Flanders. I am here as a dependent to my spouse ( Who Is deputed here and holds a Single permit). I have been working with a full time local contract for over a ...
Hi I have similar situation... Need advice if spouse of D or B card holder will be eligible for Permanent residence card??...if he has completed the 5 years on expat contract with Foreign company. Also my spouse apply for D card in Commune but ... Read More