Jemmy12
Irish expat in Belgium
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Irish
Lives in Lommel
Speaks English, Dutch (badly)
Registration: 24 January 2012
Buying clothes from UK by sophiewrightuk
Dear all, I was wondering if anyone had any experience of buying clothes online and having them shipped to Belgium from the UK. Which, (if any), companies offered a good service? How were the delivery charges? Any help would be fantastic! Best ...
I was comparing more so for household apparel rather than clothes (Granted the title of the thread is fairly specific :D) Only mentioned it because I'm redecorating my place at the minute and was checking for prices for things like soft ... Read More
Buying clothes from UK by sophiewrightuk
Dear all, I was wondering if anyone had any experience of buying clothes online and having them shipped to Belgium from the UK. Which, (if any), companies offered a good service? How were the delivery charges? Any help would be fantastic! Best ...
Most likely it's just me being out of touch with UK/IRL pricing They aren't as cheap as the likes of Carrefour but M&S do have a reputation for quality and the extra couple of euro here and there isn't the end of the world Read More
Buying clothes from UK by sophiewrightuk
Dear all, I was wondering if anyone had any experience of buying clothes online and having them shipped to Belgium from the UK. Which, (if any), companies offered a good service? How were the delivery charges? Any help would be fantastic! Best ...
Just thought that they were a little expensive compared to what I remembered from when I was in Ireland, But that has been 5 years so I may be a little out of touch Read More
Buying clothes from UK by sophiewrightuk
Dear all, I was wondering if anyone had any experience of buying clothes online and having them shipped to Belgium from the UK. Which, (if any), companies offered a good service? How were the delivery charges? Any help would be fantastic! Best ...
Had a look on the M&S Belgium site there.. Their prices are a little bit on the saucy side :o Read More
Employment Insurance
Depends on your circumstances as to whether you are entitled to unemployment benefit. Go to your local VDAB, they give you information and help about finding work and your entitlements. Read More
Buying clothes from UK by sophiewrightuk
Dear all, I was wondering if anyone had any experience of buying clothes online and having them shipped to Belgium from the UK. Which, (if any), companies offered a good service? How were the delivery charges? Any help would be fantastic! Best ...
Oh, Didn't know Marx and Sparx did that! I might check it out... Cool bit of info there :D Read More
Buying clothes from UK by sophiewrightuk
Dear all, I was wondering if anyone had any experience of buying clothes online and having them shipped to Belgium from the UK. Which, (if any), companies offered a good service? How were the delivery charges? Any help would be fantastic! Best ...
I buy a lot from Amazon.co.uk (clothes,books and electronics) Usually the order takes only a couple of days to get here. Read More
Driving license - exams in English by sanger
Want to know if it's possible to take the exams(theory+practical) in English. Did look it up a bit seems possible in Brussels, but i'm in West-Vlaanderen. Anyone got info on this? I tried to study with the Dutch version theory book, but it's way ...
The standaard boekhandel have both the books,(theory test&rules of the road)and also the CD version of the test in English Read More
Driving license - exams in English by sanger
Want to know if it's possible to take the exams(theory+practical) in English. Did look it up a bit seems possible in Brussels, but i'm in West-Vlaanderen. Anyone got info on this? I tried to study with the Dutch version theory book, but it's way ...
Congratulations, you have successfully copied and pasted the title of the thread... A constructive input is the expected norm but hey, 10/10 for effort:rolleyes: Read More
English speaking jobs. by kezz
Hey all Is it possible to get English speaking jobs in Brussels, for someone who speaks no French/Dutch/German?.
I don't want to offend you but with that level of written English your job prospects will indeed be very limited.. I think that unless someone has a specific skill set that is in demand over here the best thing to do is forget English speaking jobs ... Read More
Real speed limits in Belgium by Tmr
I'm over in Belgium for a month and have driven a lot in the UK and also in Spain. I was wondering about radar speed cameras on the roads. The UK is plagued with them and Spain has little by little increased the number, but for the four days that I ...
From 50 to 120k/ph Never mind what anyone else is doing and worry about your own speed... There are a fair amount of fixed cameras around, you may not have seen them but I've a feeling that more than one has seen you. Read More
Getting credit card? by Melby
Hey, hoping someone here has experience with this. So, I'm getting really sick of my American credit card companies/banks calling FRAUD! every time I try purchasing anything online from non-American companies. I've maintained my old bank acct ...
All the banks here offer cards without having huge amounts in your account, I don't know your situation but I think you need to ask some more questions. I'm with ING for my general banking and have an overdraft known as a cash reserve and a ... Read More
Driving license - exams in English by sanger
Want to know if it's possible to take the exams(theory+practical) in English. Did look it up a bit seems possible in Brussels, but i'm in West-Vlaanderen. Anyone got info on this? I tried to study with the Dutch version theory book, but it's way ...
Guys, Learing the British theory test book will do you no use at all.. A lot of the laws might be similar but being different countries the laws are Obviously going to be different! Not to mention the speed limits being different and in MPH rather ... Read More
Open a bank account without residence??
When I got here first (just over 5 years ago) I was given some very bad advice and told NOT TO register... along with most of the others who were working in the company I was in at the time. It was over 1 year before I found my own apartment and was ... Read More
Mobile phone plans? by toweringbarracuda
Hey all! I will be coming to brussels in a little over a month (yay!) and was just wondering about cell phone plans. I have checked online and found the major companies (mobistar, base, proximus). but i was wondering how contracts work. I am use ...
Cheap long distance calls? Best bet is Ortel, they have the market on that. You can get monthly plans or just go pre pay.. I think if you have wifi and stuff already you should also look into Skype minutes or the likes of Whatsapp for your smartphone Read More
English speaking jobs. by kezz
Hey all Is it possible to get English speaking jobs in Brussels, for someone who speaks no French/Dutch/German?.
I'm in a 'kind of' unique position in Belgium, Because I run an Irish pub most of my day to day conversations are in English. But even I believe that to live for any length of time in any country you should make an effort to learn the ... Read More
Where to buy a laptop charger? by gabby20
Hi, I moved to Brussels last week, I am enjoying everything wonderful city, lovely people but I do need to buy a new Dell laptop charger. Any advice on where I should start looking? Thank you!! Gabriela
Ebay,fast and you will get it delivered to your door cheaper than any of the local shops will charge Read More
Cost of living in Belgium by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to to start a topic about the cost of living in Belgium. It could help a lot! Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare the: > accommodation prices (how much does it cost to rent or to rent ...
Hi Milda, It seems like you are struggling to survive here in Belgium. I would suggest that you go find your local OCMW and VDAB offices, they are a government bodies who can advise you on many aspects of living and working in Belgium. from your ... Read More
cost of living in Leuven,Belgium by BoneyM
I'm going to KU Leuven next year for my Ph.D in chemistry.What is the cost for living in this city of a month ? Is 600 euro sufficient for a month's living?
Firstly to BoneyM, 600 per month will be enough to live on for food/Transport etc. but will not cover rent by a long shot. A quick breakdown would be; Food: 50 per week/200 per month (provided you cook each night) Transport: 30 per month (Onmi ... Read More
Advice on open a bank account by lauragia
hello! I'm moving to Brussels and need to open a bank account. Any advice on which bank is best? What are your experiences with ING,DEXIA and Fortis? Best! Laura
For me ING were the simplest choice as they made it very easy to open the account where as Fortis and Belfius (then dexia) were extremely unhelpful. A lot of my former colleagues had the same experience Read More
Is there somebody living in Hasselt or Diepenbeek by jerry505
hi, this is so boring living in hasselt, is there somebody living in here, so we can make friends
No problem at all. I'll let you know when I am in Hasslet next (I'm there fairly regularly) and if you want I'll show you some of the places to go Read More
Advice on open a bank account by lauragia
hello! I'm moving to Brussels and need to open a bank account. Any advice on which bank is best? What are your experiences with ING,DEXIA and Fortis? Best! Laura
Yep, their "Classic visa" card has to be paid in full at the month end. I switched over to the ING mastercard from the Classic last year and it allowed me to spread my payments over a few months (I needed the extra cash to fund a home move) having ... Read More
Is there somebody living in Hasselt or Diepenbeek by jerry505
hi, this is so boring living in hasselt, is there somebody living in here, so we can make friends
Spent 4 years living there before I moved to Lommel.. believe me, Hasselt is a much more 'active' little city than a lot of places in Belgium. There is plenty to do there * Cinema 15 minute walk from center * Go Kart Track 10 minute drive * Bowling ... Read More
Mobile phone plans? by toweringbarracuda
Hey all! I will be coming to brussels in a little over a month (yay!) and was just wondering about cell phone plans. I have checked online and found the major companies (mobistar, base, proximus). but i was wondering how contracts work. I am use ...
Over here you can buy a contract with a discounted handset (for example Telenet recently did a deal where yuo got an iPhone 4S on a 2 year contract for 1 ) I moved to BASE recently, I pay 25 per month (post bay, like a bill) for 150 minutes of ... Read More
Westvleteren 12! by cmoose21
Hi, I will be travelling to amsterdam/belgium at the end of march and am looking for someone in belgium to pick me up a case (or two!) of westy 12. I will (generously) pay you for your efforts (expenses of travel- I respect the monks policy of not ...
Don't get me wrong, Westvleteren is a very nice beer, I just think that even with the rarity aspect it's not "as" good a beer as is made out to be. If you want to try a few different ones I can recommend a couple; Karmeliet Tripel La ... Read More
Westvleteren 12! by cmoose21
Hi, I will be travelling to amsterdam/belgium at the end of march and am looking for someone in belgium to pick me up a case (or two!) of westy 12. I will (generously) pay you for your efforts (expenses of travel- I respect the monks policy of not ...
I was just being facetious :P My point still stands about the beer though. I've not found a lot of beers better than Karmeliet here so far :D Read More
Westvleteren 12! by cmoose21
Hi, I will be travelling to amsterdam/belgium at the end of march and am looking for someone in belgium to pick me up a case (or two!) of westy 12. I will (generously) pay you for your efforts (expenses of travel- I respect the monks policy of not ...
Personally I think it's a highly over rated beer, I think any of the other Belgian Trappists or even the Dutch effort "La trappe" are as good a beer as Westie.. Given the choice of what most Belgian Cafe's would genreally stock I'd recommend ... Read More
Rugby
I've started to get into the game recently, much better IMO than football. The Irish bar I run is owned by the Coach of the Local team here in Lommel so whenever there is a game on Rugby gets priority on the TV :D If I was in or around Brussels I'd ... Read More
Cost of living in Belgium by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to to start a topic about the cost of living in Belgium. It could help a lot! Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare the: > accommodation prices (how much does it cost to rent or to rent ...
Sounds about right :D I'm currently in Lommel (Northern Limburg, on the Dutch border) I'm paying: Rent: 735 (2 bed duplex, 2 minute walk from the centre of the town, with a terrace/private car park space and plenty of room (160M2 +/-) House ... Read More
Commuting to Brussels for work by Jemmy12
I've recently changed jobs and while I can generally get away with working from home I am expecting to have to commute more and more to the office which is located in Brussels ( I currently live in Hasselt) For the odd time the commute isn't so bad ...
I've since went back to Horeca, I've moved to be closer to work and now live less than a 5 minute walk from my bar :-) Read More
Hi from a young Belgian (Bonjour tout le monde) by Moon_BE
Hello, I'm Belgian living of course in Belgium and if you need some information about my little but rich country, I'll be glad to help. Feel free to ask. I know it's not easy (even fair) coming from abroad to some place where you know nothing... I ...
Very nice offer there, I'm sure many will take you up on it. Oh, welcome to the site by the way:D Read More
Buy a bike in Brussels? by JudsonEU
Anybody know where to buy a cheap/used bike in Brussels? Or anybody who know an online market (ebay) in Belgium that you can search for one? //Christina
For a cheap second hand option check out the Kringloop winkel, I'm not sure where the one in Brussels is loacted off hand but they'll most likely have a few for very little money Read More
HAPPY HOUR IN BRUSSELS!!
Only one I know of off hand is Celtica They run "happy prices" I think most days until midnight I'm sure there are more around though Read More
700 euro in Brussels? by oki8doki
I have a chance to get an internship in Brussels, Belgium. They offer a paid internship with 700 euro per month. Is it possible to live there having so much money? I don't mind renting a room (I don't need a whole flat to myself)..
I have a chance to get an internship in Brussels, Belgium. They offer a paid internship with 700 euro per month. Is it possible to live there having so much money? I don't mind renting a room (I don't need a whole flat to myself)..Hmm.. 700 per ... Read More
Want to buy Furniture, Washing machine & Sofa beds by Sefik
I rented a new small flat and I need to buy Furniture, Washing machine & Sofa beds. They can be used or new. I need to buy until end of June. Where I do not know. Is someone have some advises?
Thank you Jemmy12. I will try.If I am not mistaken the Kringloopwinkel (second hand store) will also deliver for a small fee. If you are only setting up and have a lot of costs it is a cheap way to get yourself started until you can afford something ... Read More
Want to buy Furniture, Washing machine & Sofa beds by Sefik
I rented a new small flat and I need to buy Furniture, Washing machine & Sofa beds. They can be used or new. I need to buy until end of June. Where I do not know. Is someone have some advises?
Go to your local Kringloopwinkel, you will pick up good quality used furniture/white goods there.. Alternatively if you want new, Ikea is actually pretty cheap for furniture, leen Bakker is another option for beds etc. and I recently purchased a ... Read More
My Belgium Blog by hannahhadman
So a year ago a made a blog about moving. However due to this site not allowing me to post it up because it was to new and didn't have 10 posts or more. When in fact it did I stopped. However I have decided now I am more in touch with Belgium and go ...
It's got to be worth a read :) Read More
STUDENT JOBS BRUSSELS by aminegorti
HELLO everybody , i want to know if there are some good places or sites to find some good jobs with average saleries for a foreign student at Bruxelles , thank you ;)
Yeah true although im not sure id wanna risk it in a country were i could be deported lol be different if i was belgium.Also true.. :D Read More
Hello from DLynn by DKLynn
Hello everyone! I`ve been in Belgium quite awhile, (more than ten years) but I found this forum and thought I`d register and give a little hey y`all. (Don`t worry that`s the only country girl slang anyone will hear out of me here);) I`m happy here ...
:o Holy Flaming S**t bunnies!!!!!! An american food store in Belgium!!!????? Jemmy dude I worship the ground you walk on. :thanks: :thanks::thanks::thanks::thanks: I literally have tears in my eyes right now. Now to whine, wheedle and demand that ... Read More
STUDENT JOBS BRUSSELS by aminegorti
HELLO everybody , i want to know if there are some good places or sites to find some good jobs with average saleries for a foreign student at Bruxelles , thank you ;)
No they can do it in holidays or work the 2 months during the year on weekends. I know this as my b/f is a student and currently workingIndeed,you are correct there. My girlfriend works her 2 months in the holidays but she also does some casual/part ... Read More
STUDENT JOBS BRUSSELS by aminegorti
HELLO everybody , i want to know if there are some good places or sites to find some good jobs with average saleries for a foreign student at Bruxelles , thank you ;)
Also do you know as a student you can only work for 2 months a yearThat is for vakantiewerk (holiday work) but a lot of students supplement their income doing part time jobs on the weekends (Mainly in bars where the tax and legal situation is, shall ... Read More
STUDENT JOBS BRUSSELS by aminegorti
HELLO everybody , i want to know if there are some good places or sites to find some good jobs with average saleries for a foreign student at Bruxelles , thank you ;)
Best bet for a foreign student looking for some extra cash would be barwork. How old are you, what's you level of Dutch/French (if any) and what can you do (Jobs skils) Also if you are studying a subject that is in demand it might help you to get a ... Read More
Food by algorightclim
Hi All I am an American and I have been living here for the past 2 1/2 months. My husband and I love to go out to eat but we have been disturbed by some practices that we are not accustomed to, like the preparing of food without any protective ...
Jesus what goes on with food in antwerpIt's not confined to Antwerpen or even Belgium.. Plenty of places everywhere are sub standard when it comes to Hygiene and best practices regarding safely keeping/preparing food. I've gotten a dose of food ... Read More
Hello from DLynn by DKLynn
Hello everyone! I`ve been in Belgium quite awhile, (more than ten years) but I found this forum and thought I`d register and give a little hey y`all. (Don`t worry that`s the only country girl slang anyone will hear out of me here);) I`m happy here ...
Yeah but shes looking for american foodIt's amazing what a google search will come up with :D Not exactly in Brussels but in Belgium nothing is ever more than an hour or two away http://www.theamericanfoodstore.com/index.html Read More
Driving license in Belgium
Hi Armand, I've already got a thread on this subject going, perhaps you could merge them for better viability? Cheers Read More
Hello from DLynn by DKLynn
Hello everyone! I`ve been in Belgium quite awhile, (more than ten years) but I found this forum and thought I`d register and give a little hey y`all. (Don`t worry that`s the only country girl slang anyone will hear out of me here);) I`m happy here ...
Ah yes those GBs I go there often in Brussels central but never really take the time to actually look at the world foods section. Usually get in get a bottle of something to drink and get out to catch the train. Next time I`m there I`ll take a ... Read More
Cost of living in Belgium by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to to start a topic about the cost of living in Belgium. It could help a lot! Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare the: > accommodation prices (how much does it cost to rent or to rent ...
Thanks Jemmy!Oh, I should have said also.. If you are not completely inept with electronics you can set up a freeview box easy enoough, and after the initial setup costs there will be no bills;) Buy a box (even an old SKY sat box from ebay without a ... Read More
Cost of living in Belgium by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to to start a topic about the cost of living in Belgium. It could help a lot! Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare the: > accommodation prices (how much does it cost to rent or to rent ...
when it comes to television service, is all local programming in French/Flemish or is there an English provider?It's just French/Dutch providers. I have Telenet at home here and I have plenty of English speaking channels/shows. I have BBC 1,2,3 and ... Read More
Where to go out in Antwerp? by expat.com
Hello there! Which are your 10 favorite places to go out in Antwerp to meet people? Which places would you recommend to newcomers? (restaurants, pubs, discos, theaters, cinemas, concert halls...) Thanks for your input!
Quick update on a couple of other places I've found to be decent Nice little wine bar called Vigneto on Wijngaardenstraat (Apt enough name!) Beer Centralis a couple of doors down from Kellys Irish bar just by the station has a great selection of ... Read More
Healthcare in Belgium by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Belgium ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Belgium? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
I had to have a little dental work done last year.. A molar needed to come out and I needed to have 3 fillings.. The cost for the lot was less than 300 and I got about 240 (not sure on the exact cost) back from the mutuality (Insurance ... Read More
Where to go out in Antwerp? by expat.com
Hello there! Which are your 10 favorite places to go out in Antwerp to meet people? Which places would you recommend to newcomers? (restaurants, pubs, discos, theaters, cinemas, concert halls...) Thanks for your input!
I've been spending a lot of time in Antwerp recently, I usually stick to the same few places though being the creature of habit that I am. Kellys Irish Pub (right by the station) good food, live music on weekends and live sports on big screen. Full ... Read More
How can I possibly visit Brussels? by Filipina T
I'm a filipina who currenly living in Singapore. I really want to go there in Brussels, anyone who knows the answer, I mean the procedures of an incoming tourist there? Please all your reply are highly appreciated.. Looking forward for someone who ...
fellas.. i got to check the site & all the requirements but still i should have known somebody else from Brussels who can write me an invitation to go to your country.. :( How is dat? :(If you are coming as a tourist you should not need any ... Read More
NIce places to drink coctkails and listen to music in ANtwerp?
There is a new bar just opened up on the Grote Markt, It's called The Medley.They do fresh cocktails and speciality coffee. They will be doing live music but so far there hasn't been any. It doesn't have sofas and such, but it is pretty snazzy all ... Read More
Thinking of Moving to Antwerp by Jemmy12
I'm already in belgium but my work circumstances have changed, I knew I was going to be relocating in the bear future but it was going to be to Brussels, Now Antwerp looks like the nest stop for me. Has anyone got advice on Apartments and good/bad ...
Hi Jemmy12! Have you checked the Antwerp housing section? It might be of some help ;) You could also post an advert there for your query. Good luck ArmandThanks for that, I had a look there and the only one available is over my budget @ 1200 per ... Read More
Thinking of Moving to Antwerp
I'm already in belgium but my work circumstances have changed, I knew I was going to be relocating in the bear future but it was going to be to Brussels, Now Antwerp looks like the nest stop for me. Has anyone got advice on Apartments and good/bad ... Read More
Getting a driving license in Belgium. by Jemmy12
Well, I'm 30, male and as you can see by the title of the topic very lazy! I had a provisional car license(many moons ago) and can drive, but I am very rusty, In addition I have held a bike license ( also provisional's )and had been riding on and ...
Also make sure ur covered by car insureanceGood stuff, I'll talk with them and see how it works to get cover. The last thing I want is to lose my license before I even have it :-)Also i found out the other day u need to take 10 hours of driving ... Read More
Men taking advantages of women from Asia by Yassica
Yes like my topic says, I find it very offensive as I am Asian and a lot of "old" men in Belgium like to stare at me as if I am not wearing anything. Sometimes I get weird conversation from strangers. They walked up to me and start to be "friendly" ...
I didnt know you could get away with useing it here lol. I guess im just used to living in a rough aeraThat's why I wouldn't recommend using it.. I am far from convinced of it's legality :cool: When I worked back in Ireland we always had some under ... Read More
Men taking advantages of women from Asia by Yassica
Yes like my topic says, I find it very offensive as I am Asian and a lot of "old" men in Belgium like to stare at me as if I am not wearing anything. Sometimes I get weird conversation from strangers. They walked up to me and start to be "friendly" ...
Nobody has the right to touch you.. While I wouldn't recommend carrying something like pepper spray or mace I could definitely understand why some women feel the need to do so. (My own Girlfriend is Belgian and she regularly takes pepper spray if ... Read More
Getting a driving license in Belgium. by Jemmy12
Well, I'm 30, male and as you can see by the title of the topic very lazy! I had a provisional car license(many moons ago) and can drive, but I am very rusty, In addition I have held a bike license ( also provisional's )and had been riding on and ...
Also make sure ur covered by car insureanceGood stuff, I'll talk with them and see how it works to get cover. The last thing I want is to lose my license before I even have it :-) Read More
Getting a driving license in Belgium. by Jemmy12
Well, I'm 30, male and as you can see by the title of the topic very lazy! I had a provisional car license(many moons ago) and can drive, but I am very rusty, In addition I have held a bike license ( also provisional's )and had been riding on and ...
You could check out these guys for driving lessons; http://www.learncar.be/en/index.html I believe the crack over here is that you have to sit the theory test first to get your provisional licence and then you can either get a provisional which ... Read More
Getting a driving license in Belgium. by Jemmy12
Well, I'm 30, male and as you can see by the title of the topic very lazy! I had a provisional car license(many moons ago) and can drive, but I am very rusty, In addition I have held a bike license ( also provisional's )and had been riding on and ...
Does the EU driving license (Greek) have value there?I made little researche and if l understand well yes.Mu husband have A,B,C and now considering to take E so l hope he will not need to take Belgian license also because he comeing there to try to ... Read More
Getting a driving license in Belgium. by Jemmy12
Well, I'm 30, male and as you can see by the title of the topic very lazy! I had a provisional car license(many moons ago) and can drive, but I am very rusty, In addition I have held a bike license ( also provisional's )and had been riding on and ...
You could check out these guys for driving lessons; http://www.learncar.be/en/index.html I believe the crack over here is that you have to sit the theory test first to get your provisional licence and then you can either get a provisional which ... Read More
Getting a driving license in Belgium.
Well, I'm 30, male and as you can see by the title of the topic very lazy! I had a provisional car license(many moons ago) and can drive, but I am very rusty, In addition I have held a bike license ( also provisional's )and had been riding on and ... Read More
fotbal today shalke:plzen
Hi there, where could I watch this match in Brussels? Do you have any idea? Thanks LindaI was going to recommend a trip to an Irish/British pub to watch it but I don't see a listing for it on any of the sports channels. I think your best bet is ... Read More
Having the language of official mail changed
I also received a letter from ONVA which is also in French, I've never even visited Wallonia let alone lived there so I guess its just standard practice to send non natives in vlanderen a french document. I can only suggest contacting the ONVA and ... Read More
Having the language of official mail changed
Hi all, Today I received a form from the ONVA about my holiday pay from last year.. ( I think it's just for my taxes) The thing is any mail I get from these guys is in French, and I only speak English and Dutch. I can translate them online but is ... Read More
Cheap English school by hala amr
i will come to gent and search for cheap English school for my children, and is the governmental schools learn English as across or not?
If your son is 3 and stays for 5 years and goes to a Dutch language school here then leaves Belgium at the age of 8, then there's a chance he may retain the Dutch. 8 is also young enough to pick up a new language without too much effort usually. Our ... Read More
Food by algorightclim
Hi All I am an American and I have been living here for the past 2 1/2 months. My husband and I love to go out to eat but we have been disturbed by some practices that we are not accustomed to, like the preparing of food without any protective ...
@ the OP, I wouldn't worry too much about the lack of gloves, HCCAP has gone a bit mad in the last few years and if allowed they'd have everyone eating from sterile booths wearing bio-hazard suits, once the staff follow good hygiene procedures (as ... Read More
Men taking advantages of women from Asia by Yassica
Yes like my topic says, I find it very offensive as I am Asian and a lot of "old" men in Belgium like to stare at me as if I am not wearing anything. Sometimes I get weird conversation from strangers. They walked up to me and start to be "friendly" ...
Give it another ten years and I'll probably end up a dirty old letch perving on pretty Asians! ;)The thing there is you'll have a sly look if nothing else.. I wouldn't consider myself a gentleman by any means, I was raised as a poor kid without a ... Read More
Men taking advantages of women from Asia by Yassica
Yes like my topic says, I find it very offensive as I am Asian and a lot of "old" men in Belgium like to stare at me as if I am not wearing anything. Sometimes I get weird conversation from strangers. They walked up to me and start to be "friendly" ...
I've got to agree with the OP here, When I was in the Horeca trade I had to deal customers who would go to Asia ( Thailand/ Philippines mainly) and come back with a 'wife' One in particular stuck out, he wasn't that old, maybe mid 40's or ... Read More
Men taking advantages of women from Asia by Yassica
Yes like my topic says, I find it very offensive as I am Asian and a lot of "old" men in Belgium like to stare at me as if I am not wearing anything. Sometimes I get weird conversation from strangers. They walked up to me and start to be "friendly" ...
I've got to agree with the OP here, When I was in the Horeca trade I had to deal customers who would go to Asia ( Thailand/ Philippines mainly) and come back with a 'wife' One in particular stuck out, he wasn't that old, maybe mid 40's or ... Read More
px help me by hafai
can any1 help me to go to mini europe? do i have to book tickets to go there?
hey thank u soo much :D can u please tell me where to get the tickets from.and when will it be open?You get the tickets form the visitor centre at the atomium, As far as I know it would be open most days during normal business hours. Here is all ... Read More
px help me by hafai
can any1 help me to go to mini europe? do i have to book tickets to go there?
can any1 help me to go to mini europe? do i have to book tickets to go there?No, you can just get the tickets there I went last year and bought combi-tickets for mini Europe and the Atomium. Of you are new to Brussels I'd suggest taking one of the ... Read More
Flat in Belgium
When I came over first I had accommodation sorted by my employer, but I know of others who were in a similar situation to you. Best thing to to is get a Hostel or similar and sort your contract immediately once you arrive.. Meanwhile check some ... Read More
Changing telenet channels
EDIT/ Never mind, it was simply a case of calling them up and having them send me out a form to cancel. They do not explain this on the website at all, and the process will also take over 30 days so I am stuck paying for a service I do not use for ... Read More
Changing telenet channels
Hi all, I currently have a subscription to Telenet for my internet and TV, I recently added both Prime Movies and Sporting Telenet to my package, but the movies just show the same thing over and over (Like Sky in the UK) and the Sports does not ... Read More
Live Music
Hi there, There are a fair few live music venues around in Brussels, I know that there is an open mic night in the Bizon bar fairly regularly too. What sort of music do you play? Also I wouldn't recommend relying on your music as a sole income, ... Read More
Anyone need a TV/Playstation 2?
Hi Jemmy, Are those still available or somebody took it away you can email me at weirdo_nick@yahoo.com alsoHi Prashant, I've given them to a student locally, sorry about that. @Christine, In future I will use the classified's if anything comes ... Read More
In Belgium, are there channels like HBO, SHOWTIME, & PPV boxing? by caliboyinbelgium
I am looking for premium channels to see on a subscription based television or cable service. Where would I go to subscribe if this is possible?
Wow thanx for the info! Any idea whether tonight's HBO fights will be available on that sight?You'll get all the PPV stuff, Boxing/superbowl etc.on that site or one similar.. I use adthe.net for the premiership football that Sporting Telenet don't ... Read More
Anyone need a TV/Playstation 2?
(not sure if this is the right section, if not feel free to move it mods) I've a spare tv, playstation 2 and a tv unit in my apartment that I don't need/use anymore. The console comes with a few games (I'll dig them out later on to see what is ... Read More
Belgian Citizenship??
Rather than repeating everything written on this website, here is all you need to know. http://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/services/services_abroad/nationality/voluntary_acquisition/Cheers for that, I'll have a flick through it tomorrow, as I said I ... Read More
Belgian Citizenship??
Hi all, I'm just wondering does anyone know offhand the steps to getting Belgian citizenship. I'm an Irish man living here a few years, I only have an E card as proof of residency at the moment ( I have that 2 years) I know I could go and check out ... Read More
Dvds please!
I've a load here you are more than welcome to borrow free of charge. Lots of war movies, thrillers, some horror and some comedy The only problem is I am in Hasselt and I don't think I'll be in Brussels for the next couple of weeks at the earliest. Read More
English speaking jobs. by kezz
Hey all Is it possible to get English speaking jobs in Brussels, for someone who speaks no French/Dutch/German?.
Get down to the 'tempo' agencies and register with all of them. You might be lucky and find even an entry level position in your field with a multinational. But in any 'professional' job I think having the local language will be important. Check ... Read More
English speaking jobs. by kezz
Hey all Is it possible to get English speaking jobs in Brussels, for someone who speaks no French/Dutch/German?.
Yep, there are English speaking jobs out there but you'll be limited in what you can do. What is your background/experience? If you have a degree in a certain industry it'll help but without experience you'll be looking at bar work and trying to ... Read More
Fines at commune? by emma12345
My boyfriend is Spanish, been living in Belgium for the past 5 years and is just now realizing that he should register at the commune. Are there major fines when doing this after so long? He will have to show his contract, so he can't pretend that ...
When I got over here first I did not register for almost 2 years. Nobody told me I needed to do this.When I got here I already had a BIZ number organized by my employer so I thought that was all I needed. I had managed to open a bank account, get ... Read More
Commuting to Brussels for work by Jemmy12
I've recently changed jobs and while I can generally get away with working from home I am expecting to have to commute more and more to the office which is located in Brussels ( I currently live in Hasselt) For the odd time the commute isn't so bad ...
Take a look at the SNCB map and their timetables. Your most convenient places to live in terms of travel time to Brussels and Balen are going to be Antwerpen near Berchem station and Lier (very quiet). Aarschot is feasible except it's a bit longer ... Read More
New to the forum by Jemmy12
Hi one and all, I am new to the forum. 30 Yo male living in Belgium for the last 3 or 4 years. Came to work in a bar for a 6 month stint and I ended up settling here. Anyway, just said I'd give a quick introduction before I started posting on the ...
There is one guy who has a number of bars in and around Brussels. His name is Liam( I can't think of his surname offhand!) but he owns a new bar in Brussles called Scotts, and from speaking to his staff in his bars he is a genuine guy and a decent ... Read More
New to the forum by Jemmy12
Hi one and all, I am new to the forum. 30 Yo male living in Belgium for the last 3 or 4 years. Came to work in a bar for a 6 month stint and I ended up settling here. Anyway, just said I'd give a quick introduction before I started posting on the ...
Funnily enough I came over here to work in the bar, I had the job lined up before I left Ireland. My plan was to hang around for 6/8 months, maybe head to Austria and work the ski season there but after a week in faux France I was transferred to ... Read More
New to the forum by Jemmy12
Hi one and all, I am new to the forum. 30 Yo male living in Belgium for the last 3 or 4 years. Came to work in a bar for a 6 month stint and I ended up settling here. Anyway, just said I'd give a quick introduction before I started posting on the ...
Hi Hannah, The bar work is a lot of fun but the hours can be long and the pay while not bad is often done mainly in Zwarte Geld. Basically you won't have a high legal income, this can cause issues if you need to rent an apartment as the agencies ... Read More
Commuting to Brussels for work
I've recently changed jobs and while I can generally get away with working from home I am expecting to have to commute more and more to the office which is located in Brussels ( I currently live in Hasselt) For the odd time the commute isn't so bad ... Read More
New to the forum
Hi one and all, I am new to the forum. 30 Yo male living in Belgium for the last 3 or 4 years. Came to work in a bar for a 6 month stint and I ended up settling here. Anyway, just said I'd give a quick introduction before I started posting on the ... Read More