Kdeepak
Indian looking for information about Belgium
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Registration: 20 April 2021
F+ card rejected after divorce by user3721
Greetings,I have been living in Belgium for 5 years and I had to divorce my partner due to being cheated on multiple times by my partner. We were married for 4 years and my card was almost expired so applied for a F+ card as I received an invitation ...
@ridewitgab totally possible because i did it.. I have applied for nationality 6 months before my f card expired and i never requested for f+ as i already got my citizenship.. Read More
F+ card rejected after divorce by user3721
Greetings,I have been living in Belgium for 5 years and I had to divorce my partner due to being cheated on multiple times by my partner. We were married for 4 years and my card was almost expired so applied for a F+ card as I received an invitation ...
Normally your f card should just renew automatically.. What you can do just apply for nationality. This would be easier as for citizenship you need to live in the country for 5 years so. Better consulting with lawyer would best options Read More
Belgium Nationality waiting period by Lucky and Lucky
hi to all Is it true that after submitting declaration to be a Belgian, and you don’t receive any letter from brussels within the 4 months waiting period. It should be considered a positive result? thanks
I had to wait for 7 months so.. Once the 4 - 5 months window over. Try contacting you city hall once a week. They normally then check with concerned team.. Read More
Renting in Belgium with an Orange card by fonbanlayolandelimla1996
Good day, My name is Yolande and I’ve been living in Belgium for a year now. Please I wish to find out if I can rent in Belgium with an orange card? I work and I can pay my bills. Please I need help Thanks in advance
If you are looking for shared room then you can DM me. I looking for someone for sharing room in my apartment. 😊 Read More
After Belgium Nationality approved by Lucky and Lucky
hi to alli applied belgium nationality in january 2020 and in may 2020 nationality refused reason of language french . within 15 days i logged apeal against it..after 2 years in apeal of court i won a case. 29 april 2022 i receved dessicion letter ...
Once you have your nationality doesn't matter.. O'ce you are back request for an new ID or perhaps passport if you want.. Nothing gona change.. I had the same situation.. Read More
Landlord passed away, if house is sold, we're out in 6 months?!? by Phoebe_Buffay
Hello everyone,I would appreciate some help with this situation, please. My partner and I signed a 3-6-9-yeat rental contract in April 2022, effective June 2022, in Flanders.The owner of the house had just been moved into a nursing home, so one of ...
Normally this is something include in the sale agreement if the old owner is going to request you or new owner. If the new owner is first time buyer he/she must live in the new bought house for 5 years as per the Belgium law if they took the first ... Read More
Marriage to a Belgian as a non Eu citizen by Sharon Ndutakimani
How can my bf and I get married in Belgium. Him and I have been dating long distantly for 5 months now and we’d like to live together and be together. We haven’t seen each other in person before just through video and this would be the ...
Ask for an visa for EU for 3 months.. You can mention the marriage reason or not upto you. Documents required. Original copy of birth certificate with apostille. Certificate that you are unmarried And citizen certificate in that case passport Fly to ... Read More
holiday certificate to provide to the new employer by Fa1486
Hi all, I worked for a Belgian company until mid 2022, after which I left because I accepted a job offer abroad. The company gave me the holiday certificate after my departure.However, in a few months (i.e. 2nd half of 2023) I will return to Belgium ...
Best to check with HR of new company.. Send them a copy of your holiday certificate.. Read More
Tax declaration after divorce by aphxtwin
Hello! My ex and I got officially divorced at the end of January, but since we were together all of 2022 we must fill in the tax declaration together again.I never really understood the whole process of tax declaration but I just discovered that ...
When you submit the file you have to add the account number. In that you will receive the money. Please note when you are getting that money back you will receive the letter. Then if the money is not in your account you ask for it.. You can also try ... Read More
Nationality application- Interrupted work by bc2910
Hi there,I work in Belgium under the single permit regime and I would like to know what would be the implications of having 2 weeks of interruption between two jobs for the nationality application. Thank you
I think nothing will happen as long as you can proof 468 days working.. The day you apply. Read More
Citizenship Application - Original Documents by Wila4
Hi all, I submitted my Belgium citizenship application last month. During submission at commune in Brussels, the originals documents were also taken by commune. They told me that they will send the original documents back. Anybody knows when the ...
Only Birth certificate is required original rest of the documents they will scan and return it on the same day. At least in my case. But they return the original at the completion of the day process. Read More
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 ...
@Meed neu once your fcard is about to expire you will apply the new card will be F+ card if you not meet the criteria for f+ they with again give you Fcard. Regarding the issue with ducth police not sure. Read More
Commune change after nationality application by rsobd
Hello, I want to know the rules regarding moving to another commune within the same province after signing the nationality declaration. Is there any specific rule regarding this situation? Or the file progress and decision will just be transferred ...
@rsobd i had such experience when i had my Orange card. Since the application is not handled by cityhall but immigration department so If your address is already changed to new location then once you got your approval then you can go to your local ... Read More
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 ...
@Julia Gospodinova read all the above conversation. The will answer most of your questions.. Read More
I want to invite my mother to Belgium by Thyanusha
Hi sir I am living in Belgium since 3 years. My husband has Belgium nationality and he has own 2 houses. Now I am pregnant I have to invite my mother to take after me and my child. What are the documents I want to submit from my side and her side? ...
Be careful Kdeepak to not mix things.An annexe 3bis state: "I'm living in Belgium and I will pay everything for XXX" which only cover the 2nd clause of the Schegen Code: "how she's going to pay for her trip & stay"But for the 3th clause, she ... Read More
Renting -Under option by Remove
I have made an offer to rent an apartment. It was accepted.I received a draft lease.I may not be able to take the apartment due to a need for a bigger place. I have not signed a lease Can I look elsewhere or am I tied to the apartment?
If you signed the under option agreement Normally you can refused but you have to check conditions in the offer agreement. But if you did not sign any documents then i think you can just let them know that you are no longer interested. Before ... Read More
Effect of fine on PR and Nationality by hssn601
Few days back my wife got fined by police (170euro) for using phone while riding bike, even though she was not using phone but just holding phone in hand. My question is does this fine has any impact on PR application and if she apply for ...
If this will occurs multiple times police normally put in there verification report. This consider as careless citizenship.. If it is once Normally do not impact in the future application.. Read More
Birth certificates AGAIN? by Waleedov
I read on other threads contradicting information.I went to Gementee last month to check with them about the required documents for nationality. I showed them the birth certificate from 5 years ago when I first came, and other documents and they ...
Well i can give sort of answer. When i got married in belgium 5 years ago i submitted my original birth certificate which they kept. I applied my citizenship during the covid so unable to got new birth certificate from my home land. ... Read More
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 ...
@Guest726712 general rule is you have keep your marriage for 3 years to keep yourself in belgium if you wanna divorce.Second point is that if you can have f+ card after the divorce. So no you will not get F or F+ card since this is for European ... Read More
Requirement of birth certificate for nationality application by ABS25
Hi. Hope all is well with everyone on this very helping forum. I am married to a Belgian and i am going to apply for nationality very soon, i submitted my birth certificate legalized and translated when we did marriage here in Belgium, kindly let me ...
Bit tricky but possible you can contact the court of the city where you got married they will extract it and provide you with a copy which is vaild for applying citizenship.. I did that so it is 100% possible.. Read More
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 ...
Generally what happens with me. Before 3-4 months my card expires i got inivition from city hall when i visited. They told me i have to sign the declaration for F+ it is an mandatory process file will go immigration if approved then i will get your ... 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 ...
Indeed no domicilie mostly for those have house in belgium such as students and young belgium citizens.. This usually save taxes as you living as companion not as renter.. Better look for another place.. Regarding the commune you can ... Read More
Can anybody tell me what this means? by ChloeWard
Hi all, I applied for a family reunification visa. A month ago immigration made a decision to request additional documentation via consular post, which i sent through. Today i have received further decision but i am unsure if this is a positive ...
@nandhaselvakumar you can try contacting them if you want but you have to wait for their email. They will communicate for additional documents or information.. Good luck Read More
translator for practical test by Jeny0
Hi, I need numbers and names of translators for the practical exam for 3 or 4 of September early morning.
Technically, it's the examination center that must hire the translator.So when you book an appointment, you've to state that you want an official translator in that language - @AlexFromBelgiumNo and yes.. No examination certer do not do ... Read More
Travel to UK with F+ card (post Brexit) by newleo
Dear all, First, this topic exists from 2020 but since then Brexit has introduced new rules to travel therefore asking current advice. I am a holder of a F+ card (Indian passport) and my wife is Belgian and we have lived together in Belgium since ...
@newleo for citizenshipCurrent IDOriginal Birth certificateIntegration and language certificate.Full Working timeline with salery slips and annual tax papers. (Minimum 468 days working needed during the 5 years time) (Optional) Education ... Read More
Travel to UK with F+ card (post Brexit) by newleo
Dear all, First, this topic exists from 2020 but since then Brexit has introduced new rules to travel therefore asking current advice. I am a holder of a F+ card (Indian passport) and my wife is Belgian and we have lived together in Belgium since ...
Since you have already have F+ best go for a citizenship process.. For the moment apply normal visa. If you need help for paper work. Feel free to contact me.. Good luck.. 😉 Read More
Flemish employment resignation letter request by Vs2802
Dear All,I am currently working in belgium and got another job offer from my next employer and they have applied for my single permit application. flemish employment authority is now asking them(next employer) to provide my resignation letter so my ...
I think best to get the confirmation via official email that your resignation accepted. But make sure to send the hard copy to the head office address via the registrated bpost letter.. Best of luck.. Read More
Spouse nationality or PR related question by expat2021
Hi there,I Have been in Belgium for 6.5 years. I acquired card D followed by Belgian nationality. Hence myself and my two minor kids (<12 years old) are Belgians. One of our two children is born in Belgium. My wife currently holds card ...
@expat2021 you can do it with F card. I have applied mine before my Fcard is about to expire. So yes ypu can apply directly with f card.. Read More
Permanent residence VS nationality by Waleedov
After five years, do I apply for permanent residence first and then apply for nationality? Or I can just apply for nationality straight and skip the visa?
Which card you have right now? PR doesn't matter. If you are eligible for nationality you can apply both PR and nationality process together. Since both process separated. At the time of the application you have unlimited right of ... Read More
Spouse nationality or PR related question by expat2021
Hi there,I Have been in Belgium for 6.5 years. I acquired card D followed by Belgian nationality. Hence myself and my two minor kids (<12 years old) are Belgians. One of our two children is born in Belgium. My wife currently holds card ...
If you got your nationality then your wife can switch to F-card. Best option Read More
Travel while waiting for nationality decision by anindya17
Hey folks,I wanted to ask people who gained citizenship by naturalization if you were allowed to travel outside the EU while the Belgian Nationality application was under process.I have a job that requires me to travel on business to the UK and ...
I can give you the best example since I have did that personally.So first question is if you are allowed to travel during the process: Yes you are allowed as long as you have your valid RP. In my experience I have travelled to Indian during my ... Read More
Belgian nationality by Bastion-Bloke
Hi, I had a stroke 8 years ago whilst living in Etterbeek, and was treated in st luke. After I can out of surgery, I discovered that I had lost the ability to speak French. I asked the doctors about this and they said itvwas common for the brain ...
@Lizliz55 yes police indeed visited i think within 1-2 months. Read More
Housing loan for expats by mcimmi
Hello I am an expat here with a single permit (H -EU blue card). I am thinking about applying for a PR later. I have completed 1 year in Belgium. Is it possible to obtain a housing loan from the bank for a person with my residence status? I was ...
Worth checking with company website: hypotheek.winkel Read More
Belgian nationality by Bastion-Bloke
Hi, I had a stroke 8 years ago whilst living in Etterbeek, and was treated in st luke. After I can out of surgery, I discovered that I had lost the ability to speak French. I asked the doctors about this and they said itvwas common for the brain ...
In my experience. Flanders01. Verify all documents at the commune 02. If all is Okay, they ask to pay the court fee either by email or via Myfin03. Submit all documents at the commune with proof of 150 euros with a self-signed pledge/oath.There ... Read More
Driving License exchange by Adeyola
Good day everyone, Any info on how long is the waiting time to exchange driving license from other country? I have a list of countries from which they accept the exchange but want to have an idea how long it might take. Will appreciate your ...
I had experience in kind same situation. I had my indian license. First theory 41/50 marks but now rulrs are tight if you made 4 big mistakes then you fail. If you want in English you can contact Brussel location. I tjink gent also organize the ... Read More
Belgium Nationality waiting period by Lucky and Lucky
hi to all Is it true that after submitting declaration to be a Belgian, and you don’t receive any letter from brussels within the 4 months waiting period. It should be considered a positive result? thanks
Hi To get Belgium Nationality we should have B or D Card Right?. Can someone confirm thisPrior to the application, you have had uninterrupted legal residence for at least 5 years (card types: A, B, C, D, E or E (+) or F or F (+) ). Read More
Evaluating the Job proposal received through LinkedIn by srinivaskmu
Hi all, my first post here. I was approached by a recruiter from Belgium in LinkedIn and we had a 15 minute discussion on the job requirements. The job position is permanent with the employer and I will be deputed to the client location in ...
@Aneesh, what would be take home(net salary) if they offers 6500 Euro gross monthly ?Use this tool to find the close number of you net salery. "https://www.sd.be/loonsimulator/public/?lang=EN" Read More
Getting mortgage in Belgium by Valy G
I've been wanting to buy a property in Belgium for a while but have been turned down by 2 banks (ING and Belfius) because I'm a resident in UK. Been banking with ING for over 30 years... Any pointers toward mortgage lenders who are willing ...
Contact them they are more expert in mortgages link: "Hypotheek.winkel" Read More
Declaration of Nationality Commune process time by tempxtra
Hello, I did a declaration of nationality at my local commune in Brussels last month, I sent my documents digitally by email. My commune confirmed they will process my file and when finished will contact me to come in person with my documents to ...
I believe once you pay the court fees you can give them the all the copy of checked documents in the same day you have sign all the documents and then wait for your decision. In my case they just scanned the originals and give it to me only Birth ... Read More
Orange card and leave the country. by Plyfain
Hey everyone! I have a question about orange card So right now I don't have it yet and still waiting for it The police came and at the moment just waiting for the commune. And I'm still on my visa. My visa is expire in May Me and my ...
This topic is discussed multiple times. You car search. But in your case. You can use visa. No problem in that. Just dont rely on the Orange Card. 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 ...
I have tired Medirect. Seems okay the option they have. i have heard the after sale service is very bad so drop it to use the services. And the bank indeed have hight fee. I have not compared. But if you want to do SIP or lumsum You can try compare ... Read More
New Expat salary Calculations by Tommy20
Does anyone here know how the new expat salary is applied in real terms. Does the 30% tax benefit apply to the gross salary or taxable amount (i.e. after social security & other such deductions). I have seen confusing info online
"https://www.sd.be/loonsimulator/public/?lang=EN" Read More
I want to invite my mother to Belgium by Thyanusha
Hi sir I am living in Belgium since 3 years. My husband has Belgium nationality and he has own 2 houses. Now I am pregnant I have to invite my mother to take after me and my child. What are the documents I want to submit from my side and her side? ...
Regarding documents Normally she do not have show financial if you or your husband can go to cityhall they will provide you with the form for invition you have to fill it and then city hall needs stamp it this document needs to send to you mom along ... Read More
Renting/ housing questions by MaggyBoo
Hello all, Considering a move from Ireland to Belgium, Near Brussels, and I have a few questions, If anyone can help I’d appreciate it. 1) what are the best sites for rental properties? I’ve been looking on immoweb mainly 2) when it ...
For sharing house here is one facebook group: "https://www.facebook.com/groups/BRUXELLESALOUER/about/" 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 ...
It’s me :) application to unlimited single wp on 27 October and still no result. Unlimited should be even quicker because I already work and live in Belgium. Last year it took 3 weeks for my friends to be approved. Region Flanders.I think ... Read More
OCI Card/Evisa for india travel by Amicable4u
Hi Everyone, I recently got my nationality and i have applied for Belgian passport and I was told that it will come in 10 days. I have plans to visit India in the month of march as father is ill. so i need to apply for OCI card. is there a way we ...
You are allowed to travel with your indian passport for first three months from the day you receive your belgium nationality. You do not have to surrender your indian passport immediately even you got your belgium passport. You have 3 years. ... Read More
Working with Card A and Annexe 19Ter by annakolts
Hi guys! I am totally confused with all this bureaucracy. I have applied for family reunification process based on legal cohabitation with my partner. And I currently possess type A card as I am a student. I wanna work and I read that I can trade ...
I would like to know if I receive the orange card or directly F card. But the most likely what we will receive is orange card I think.. and after 6 months we should be able to get F card.The orange card is nothing just a proof you have applied and ... Read More
Working with Card A and Annexe 19Ter by annakolts
Hi guys! I am totally confused with all this bureaucracy. I have applied for family reunification process based on legal cohabitation with my partner. And I currently possess type A card as I am a student. I wanna work and I read that I can trade ...
Thank you so much for your clarification!! I haven't received the orange card and they did not tell me anything about it at the commune. From what they said, I would only be allowed to work after 6 months when I receive the F card, which came as ... Read More
Local Commune Register - Antwerp by wiltonrcn
Hello guys, I'm aware that when arriving in Belgium it's necessary to register at the local commune in order to get the Belgium id and stuff. I would like to know which documents are needed for Antwerp. I've read that depending of the ...
Hello guys, I'm aware that when arriving in Belgium it's necessary to register at the local commune in order to get the Belgium id and stuff. I would like to know which documents are needed for Antwerp. I've read that depending of the ... Read More
I have common child in belgium and can I get f card after orange card by shamisinghmultani
Dear sir,my wife is not working in belgium but I have common child in belgium.Please tell me how many chance to get F card after orange card if my common child is the citizen of belgium.I have visa 107days and stay 90days.
Good evening sir,Can I work on orange card base of my wife and baby are the citizen of belgiumYes you are allowed to work with the Orange card. Read More
Double taxation India and belgiun by gc1092
I am an Indian citizen who lived to Belgium a few months ago. Should I pay tax in India on the interest earned on security deposit?
Sorry I meant the security deposit is in Belgium for the apartment I am renting.No for belgium all the taxes will be paid to Belgium. 😊 As far as I never paid any taxes in india. Read More
Double taxation India and belgiun by gc1092
I am an Indian citizen who lived to Belgium a few months ago. Should I pay tax in India on the interest earned on security deposit?
I am an Indian citizen who lived to Belgium a few months ago. Should I pay tax in India on the interest earned on security deposit?What ever you earn in belgium you only pay taxes in belgium. You can transfer any amount to India tax free. In india ... Read More
Belgian nationality by Jaci78
I have a question about applying for nationality hope someone can advice me. Today I applied for nationality but they want certificate for Nederlands which I have but it’s deel certificate. The school can only provide a certificate /diploma ...
Hello, here are the steps in my processing time in wallonia . 1. Commune took my application and studied for 1 month and forwarded to prosecutor's office. Received a letter from commune that they have forwarded my application to prosecutor. This ... Read More
Questions as a third-national spouse of a Belgian National by Hanna-PK
Hi, I have been trying my hardest to go visit my husband since it's always extremely easy for him to visit me, he just seems to get on a plane and ta-da! He's here. We got married in June this year and have been scrambling to see eachother again, ...
Normally, If you have already submitted the original birth certificate once then later you can ask belgium regional court to provide you the certificate copy any time. And make sure if bring multiple original copies then apostille them before ... Read More
Travelling outside EU while nationality application by GuestPoster156
Hi all, When reading some of the discussions of the Belgian nationality topic, there are a few cases where the residence permit has been cancelled automatically upon acceptance of nationality(cancelled before applying new ID). What can happen when ...
Hello, No official document covers this point about travelling and as you mentioned we are free to travel, but there can be complications if I am outside the EU and the ID is revoked. There is no emergency for me to travel now, except the low Covid ... Read More
Can a Spouse working from home in India go on dependent visa? by nishharora
Hello, I just want to know if my wife who is working from home in India can go with me on dependent visa and work in Belgium for the same company in which she's working currently? Or she has to resign from her job and give a proof of ...
As far i know Location doesn't matter as long as you are not continously staying in the country for more than 180 day or complete financial year. But India does not keep eye on it so not a big deal. You can work from belgium for Indian company ... Read More
Orange Card Travel by Thomas Burman
Hello, I am a US citizen and plan to join my German citizen spouse who resides in Belgium by applying for a family reunification visa. I understand that those who receive an orange card via this process cannot leave Belgium while they hold the ...
Thanks! That's very helpful. Do you know what the penalties are if they do catch me leaving the country while on an orange card? I may have to travel for 2 weeks during the time I think I will have it. I have heard that the penalty is just an ... Read More
Filipina moving to Belgium by Juna07
Hello im from Philippines engaged with my boyfriend from belgium. We are now currently processing marriage visa c. We plan to get married soon when papers are approved. I would like to have new friends living in Belgium. Filipino, Filipina or any ...
Welcome to Belgium 😊 Read More
The possibility for Marry a Belgian without Marriage or Fiance Visa by Enny Frans
Hello everyone, i just want to share my experience about our marriage. Me and my boyfriend which is my husband now met in Bali on September 2012, and he was traveled there for like 10 months and we spent many times together to know more about each ...
Hi i can give heads up as i had this experience in real. Me and my wife had relationship i was from non-eu countries. As we were not aware of the process so I have visited Belgium with C visa (Tourist). Then we have simply request for a marriage ... Read More
Travelling outside EU while nationality application by GuestPoster156
Hi all, When reading some of the discussions of the Belgian nationality topic, there are a few cases where the residence permit has been cancelled automatically upon acceptance of nationality(cancelled before applying new ID). What can happen when ...
Hallo, Indeed once you receive the approval on your application you existing eID certificate will be revoked. I can say it is not an issue to travel since i visited India during my application process but i was already back before my decision. as ... Read More
Does family reunification stops if I loose my job? by BasFont
Hello everyone! First, thank you all for all the information on this website, it's being extremely valuable for my wife and I. We are in a curious situation right now (a bit scared) and we would like to know more. I'm italian, my wife is ...
I do not think they check but I can share my experience. I came here got married to the belgium. Appiled for my residence permit. I did not hear anything back from cityhall untill end of final week i went to update my orange card we asked the city ... Read More
State of documents to invite family for family reunion by Adeyola
Good day family, I trust you are all keeping well. I asked this question before but I didn't get any response: Do I need to apostille or put some form of Extra verification on the below documents am sending to invite my family: 1. Letter ...
I did that for my parents. You can download or ask the copy from cityhall. 1. Fill the form saprately for each member with copy of your ID Card. 2. Go to the cityhall to the immigration desk they will stamp the forms and copy of your ID. 3. Ship ... Read More
Permanent residency card by amira21547
Hello, I came in here with a single permit. And i want to know what should i do or what are the conditions to apply for a permanent residency or an unlimited work permit. Can you please explain to me ? I dounf this article .. but I did not ...
If i am correct you have work and stay in belgium legally for 5 years then you can apply PR. Read More
Tourist visa by Arya Prashanth
My mom applied for tourist visa , but I don’t why mumbai Embessy has forwarded the application to Belgium for taking decision. Do any one had this issue? Do you know if the visa was granted or not ? If so how much time do they take to take ...
This happened to my mom visa too for the first time. Since she is an homemaker. My dad got his visa next day as he is working that time and submitted all the required office documents. But for my mom it took 1-2 months to answer. But she got an ... Read More
the correct visa type when raising for mother in law by funnyrishu
Hi team !! Myself along with my husband and baby will be moving to Belgium soon on work permit . Now I have to raise visa for my mother in law . Kindly guide me if how i can raise multiple entry visa for her and which option to choose . And what ...
Thanks, yes they visited already for multiple times to me. Also i am not sure if they comes under the family reunion visa. Since my citizenship status is also changed to Belgium. Now i am just afraid about for there visa as both of my parents got ... Read More
Belgian nationality by Jaci78
I have a question about applying for nationality hope someone can advice me. Today I applied for nationality but they want certificate for Nederlands which I have but it’s deel certificate. The school can only provide a certificate /diploma ...
Hi everyone I want to ask this question which I really don't understand. I have 2 sons and they are living in Africa..my 2 sons were born before I got my nationality so my question is dat.. Can I apply belgium passport for ... Read More
Sharing my single permit timeline 2021 and a question about annex 49 by powerslave
Hi everyone, I have been on this website for months looking for experiences for applying a Belgian Single Permit. Now my application is almost completed so I think I need to contribute Timeline: June 7th 2021: Sending the digital application to ...
Hi everyone, I have been on this website for months looking for experiences for applying a Belgian Single Permit. Now my application is almost completed so I think I need to contribute Timeline: June 7th 2021: Sending the digital application to ... Read More
Belgian nationality by Jaci78
I have a question about applying for nationality hope someone can advice me. Today I applied for nationality but they want certificate for Nederlands which I have but it’s deel certificate. The school can only provide a certificate /diploma ...
I got my answer today now I’m Belgian without any interview.🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳Welcome to the Crazy belgium family.., 🇧🇪🥳🥳 Read More
the correct visa type when raising for mother in law by funnyrishu
Hi team !! Myself along with my husband and baby will be moving to Belgium soon on work permit . Now I have to raise visa for my mother in law . Kindly guide me if how i can raise multiple entry visa for her and which option to choose . And what ...
I will also be interested to know, what will be the process for this kind of visa. As i am planning to bring my parents in belgium for long period such as 6 months or more.. Thanks Read More
Belgium single permit required documents by hg340112
Hello all My company applied my single permit from belgium and I work in dubai Currently but my mistakes I did my medical certificate without consulate of belgium approved doctor so now what should I do I am still waiting for my single ...
For safe side you can just do it with approved one and send it to the authorities. With the note that you mistakenly missed the list of doctors. This doctors check is usually for belgium medical insurance kind of important. But not sure the impact ... Read More
Help with net income in Brussels by martinha281
Hi, I’m 31, single, no children and I got a job offer in Brussels. could you please help me figure out the monthly net amount? -37,5 working hours per week. -Monthly gross salary of 2000€/month (x 13,9 yearly – Belgian system) ...
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Belgian nationality by Jaci78
I have a question about applying for nationality hope someone can advice me. Today I applied for nationality but they want certificate for Nederlands which I have but it’s deel certificate. The school can only provide a certificate /diploma ...
I think it depends on the province. I also did not receive any second letter about submitting the application. I think this only happened in Brussels province but i am not 100% sure. I submitted mine in Flanders. Read More
Telephone network by Adeyola
Good day everyone. Please what is the best telephone network to use in Brussels? Thank you in anticipation of your kind response.
Proximus or Telenet Read More
Holidays in first year of full-time work? by aphxtwin
Hey. I started to work full-time last month, right after being done with my university. One colleague has told me that I could ask for "European holidays" (up to 10 days) after 3 months of work in my first year, despite Belgian law ...
I can give you my experience i took European holidays. Normally i got paid for them in my salary. But the money got deducted later from my holiday bonus which normally paid in may or june. So best is check with your HR or admin team. Read More
Passport Copies! by belquesce
Hi , Part of the nationality application only birth certificate has been asked , But do we need to give copies of indian passport anywhere down the process of application. Will the passport copies would be asked at any point?
Good day Kdeepak. Did you have to legalize the original birth certificate?Yes, you have to apostille the birth certificate. In my case i have extracted the copy from my marriage file. As i did my married process in Belgium. Read More
Passport Copies! by belquesce
Hi , Part of the nationality application only birth certificate has been asked , But do we need to give copies of indian passport anywhere down the process of application. Will the passport copies would be asked at any point?
Recent completed my citizenship process only original birth certificate required which will be returned after the process at least i got my back. No Indian passport required. Shot me with your questions. if you have any. Cheers, Read More
Seeking for job in Belgium by hodekarsaifullah
Hi, Myself Saifullah Hodekar and I am an INDIAN citizen who want to do Job in Belgium and settle settle their as it is my dream to work in Belgium, I am Graduated from Hotel management College and now i want to search for job in Food and Beverage ...
Hey buddy, I would like to warn you if you do not speak the local languages then do not try to attempt to work here that could be tough call. Best of luck Some local job hunt websites. ... Read More
Subletting victim, what should I do ? by Youssef Ell
Helo everyone, I have just moved to Brussels for work, and rented a room from a lady for a 6 months contract, and she is renting the entire apparement from an agency. After a month of co-living, she decided to just kick me out, and became very ...
You can approach immo agents near by you show them what you have as contract they might be able to help you. 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 ...
I saw you guys talking about time period. So Just keep in mind due to covid the time frame has been extended for everything. For example i appiled for my citizenship. Normally decision time is 4 months. But it got extended to 6 months and i got the ... Read More
New members of the Belgium forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
Hi my name is Kiril. I have a BA in marine navigation but since my early childhood year I have been having a keen interest into tech stuff. So what am I doing here: I am looking for a way to move in Belgium and at the same time (or nearly same) ... Read More
New members of the Belgium forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
Hi I'm hoping to reach Brussels, belgium by September 1st . How is the situation there. I'm bringing my 10 months kid with me. Also, how much time will it take to get RP card? Any suggestions on getting earlier. Thanks for the ... Read More
Notice seniority: date of resignation or the last day of work ? by John Deyta
Hi all, I am in a process of changing my employer in Flanders region. My start date with my current company: [b]7 September 2020[/b]. I am planning to give my resignation: [b]19 August 2021[/b] (Thursday) My notice period will start: [b]23 August ...
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Returning to home country for short duration for a dependent on D Visa by aparnajhamib
Hello, Hope everyone is doing okay. I wanted to know if my husband, who will be travelling for the first time with me to Belgium on D Visa can return to home country for a few weeks, before 90 days or arrival in Belgium, in case that requirement ...
In Belgium administration is hell. I would suggest you to just wait for commune to process, you can ask for fast process not sure the possibility but you can check, could cost you more money and then travel. I can give you my experience. I ask for ... Read More
How do you know where buses stop ( are there bus shelters/signs)? by Guest8456
Using Google Maps, it is difficult to tell where a bus stop/station is, as there is no visible bus shelter. I've never been to Belgium, please could somebody tell me what signs/markers are used to signify a stop on a bus route? I would need to ...
I know You can download "delijn" official bus app for Vlaanderen. Which can help you. 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 ?
For status of the application contact your commune (city hall). Ask for deadline or time frame. if you do not receive any answer before time period. Then take it as as good news. In Belgium news is considered as a good news. Normally it's will ... Read More
Timeline to apply for Belgian Nationality by Shinde Nayan
Hello All My husband has been working in Brussels since 4 years on work permit.As far as we know that as per the rules, he can apply for citizenship after completing 5 years in Belgium.However, what happens to this timeline if he works as ...
Hello Thank you for your reply. Could you please share some source which mentions this information? RegardsI just saw mistake in my previous post: for diploma part is 400 hours not 40 hours. Here is very good article could help ... Read More
Belgian nationality by Jaci78
I have a question about applying for nationality hope someone can advice me. Today I applied for nationality but they want certificate for Nederlands which I have but it’s deel certificate. The school can only provide a certificate /diploma ...
Did you get your nationality decision.. can you pls update?Yes, i received the email with positive answer. Nu ben ik Belg. :-) Aparently, the public prosecutor forgot to answer on my file and because the deadline was over for more than a month ... Read More
Belgian nationality by Jaci78
I have a question about applying for nationality hope someone can advice me. Today I applied for nationality but they want certificate for Nederlands which I have but it’s deel certificate. The school can only provide a certificate /diploma ...
1. Make an appointment with city hall, show all the papers you have if all okay. 2. You can pay the court fee online by "MyMinfin" website. 3. Print the proof 4. Submit all the documents to the city hall. 5.Sign the declaration paper ... Read More
Card D leaving Belgium, do I lose the card? by Dom_ino
My husband will apply for card D/F. He has card A now after holding an orange card for 9 months. He has been living in Belgium since 2009 (studying then working). I just obtained the Belgian nationality. Would it be possible to obtain the D or F ...
In general rule, if you stay out of the country/EU for more than a year. You will lose the F-card. You have to redo the process again as the purpose of the permit is for staying in the country. But best check with your city hall. How many days in ... Read More
Belgian nationality by Jaci78
I have a question about applying for nationality hope someone can advice me. Today I applied for nationality but they want certificate for Nederlands which I have but it’s deel certificate. The school can only provide a certificate /diploma ...
Did you get your nationality decision.. can you pls update?Yes, i received the email with positive answer. Nu ben ik Belg. :-) Aparently, the public prosecutor forgot to answer on my file and because the deadline was over for more than a month ... Read More
Timeline to apply for Belgian Nationality by Shinde Nayan
Hello All My husband has been working in Brussels since 4 years on work permit.As far as we know that as per the rules, he can apply for citizenship after completing 5 years in Belgium.However, what happens to this timeline if he works as ...
The rules says that's you have to have proof of 468 days of working or 40 hours of proof diploma or study proof in the period of 5 years. Working proof At least till the date of have applied. (in my opinion). I don't think it is ... Read More
Travelling with orange card by Manchester911
Hello! Did someone have real experience of travelling inside Schengen zone with orange card? I have travel visa, but I entered EU more than 90 days ago. But I received 19ter before 90 days stay (if count used days - I stayed in EU als tourist ...
According to the orange card you are not allowed to exit the country borders in any manner which includes by road too. When I got my orange card I was traveling to France for groceries some time. As everything was normal in 2015 but due to covid ... Read More
Belgium Nationality waiting period by Lucky and Lucky
hi to all Is it true that after submitting declaration to be a Belgian, and you don’t receive any letter from brussels within the 4 months waiting period. It should be considered a positive result? thanks
No the police i dont think the visit is anything to do with card F/B/D. They visit to verify the address and try to find if you are lied about anything regarding you personal information in your application. Due to the Covid situation I don't ... Read More
Family reunification denied, partner already working. by MaryRead
Hello! I am an EU member trying to get an F card for my non EU partner (we have been together 7 years). Already did the whole family reunification process and we have our appointment for the result soon. What would happen if it were to be denied? ...
If your husband is working there is no chance he will get rejected. Normally this F-card process depends on the EU spouse as he/she is responsible for all the Financials. They do not want to have non EU burden on the country. Take my example i was ... Read More
Belgium Nationality waiting period by Lucky and Lucky
hi to all Is it true that after submitting declaration to be a Belgian, and you don’t receive any letter from brussels within the 4 months waiting period. It should be considered a positive result? thanks
Hi all, Sorry if my question is out of the scope of this topic. Can card D holder leave Belgium (and stay in the Netherlands), after submitting the Belgian nationality application? I see that for my card D, the police didn't visit my home. If ... Read More
Belgium Nationality waiting period by Lucky and Lucky
hi to all Is it true that after submitting declaration to be a Belgian, and you don’t receive any letter from brussels within the 4 months waiting period. It should be considered a positive result? thanks
Hey Guys, Quick update, i received the email from my cityhall contact person with positive answer. Nu ben ik Belg. 😊 Aparently, the public prosecutor forgot to answer on my file and because the deadline is over for more than a month ... Read More
Belgian nationality by Jaci78
I have a question about applying for nationality hope someone can advice me. Today I applied for nationality but they want certificate for Nederlands which I have but it’s deel certificate. The school can only provide a certificate /diploma ...
With F-card, I applied on 12th of November. I am just assuming my file were sent late. Which could be the reason. Read More
Belgian nationality by Jaci78
I have a question about applying for nationality hope someone can advice me. Today I applied for nationality but they want certificate for Nederlands which I have but it’s deel certificate. The school can only provide a certificate /diploma ...
They are more faster with email so I have Already email them yesterday. Ill call next week. Read More
Belgian nationality by Jaci78
I have a question about applying for nationality hope someone can advice me. Today I applied for nationality but they want certificate for Nederlands which I have but it’s deel certificate. The school can only provide a certificate /diploma ...
Nope still waiting for the answer.. 😔 Read More
Belgian nationality by Jaci78
I have a question about applying for nationality hope someone can advice me. Today I applied for nationality but they want certificate for Nederlands which I have but it’s deel certificate. The school can only provide a certificate /diploma ...
Nope still waiting for the answer 😔 Read More