Srizzy
Indian expat in Belgium
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Indian
Registration: 15 October 2024
L card time frame by Gvad45
Hi everyone,Has anyone recently received their L card in Belgium? How long did it take from submitting your application to actually receiving the card?I’d appreciate hearing about your recent timelines. Thanks!
Would like to clarify how the 5 year count is calculated. Some say its from the time you went to commine first and others the date on your first A card. Can someone clarify? Read More
Belgium Nationality 2026 by callonafo
Hi everyone,Let’s use this topic to share experiences and information about obtaining Belgian nationality in 2026, so we can gather useful and up to date details in one place.To make the information complete and easy to compare, it would be ...
I have been with the same employer for last 4.5 years but I also have 3 days of unpaid leave showing on the website....does this impact the uninterrupted work and stay? Read More
Residence card gaps due to admin delays: impact on nationality? by Christy132
Hi everyone,I recently submitted my Belgian nationality application through the Antwerp commune and wanted to get advice from people who may have been in a similar situation.My situation at a glance: I Valid residence PR card (L card) I have ...
I have 3 days of leave without pay - this is would not constitute as a break or inactivity right? Read More
Belgium Nationality 2026 by callonafo
Hi everyone,Let’s use this topic to share experiences and information about obtaining Belgian nationality in 2026, so we can gather useful and up to date details in one place.To make the information complete and easy to compare, it would be ...
So the rule now is you need an integration and language test even if you have worked 5 years uninterrupted? Read More
B card application by rjBelgium18
Hello, I am working in Belgium from last 7 years and recently switched to local employer.I am paying social security from last 3.8 years. I applied for L card and application was rejected.Commune said that your employer can raise B card request for ...
@rjBelgium18 What is the date to calculate 5 year completion? The date in first residence permit or the day I went to the commune after arriving in Belgium? Read More
B card application by rjBelgium18
Hello, I am working in Belgium from last 7 years and recently switched to local employer.I am paying social security from last 3.8 years. I applied for L card and application was rejected.Commune said that your employer can raise B card request for ...
If one has lived for 5 years under local contract, can they apply for L card directly? Also cz' someone tell me what is the difference between a b card and a L card? Which one is better (if it can be measured that way) Read More
Belgium Nationality 2026 by callonafo
Hi everyone,Let’s use this topic to share experiences and information about obtaining Belgian nationality in 2026, so we can gather useful and up to date details in one place.To make the information complete and easy to compare, it would be ...
@hssn601 They are looking to take out this clause of 5 years continuos work replacing the language requirement. Again, this is under discussion, has not been passed yet. Read More
Belgium Nationality 2026 by callonafo
Hi everyone,Let’s use this topic to share experiences and information about obtaining Belgian nationality in 2026, so we can gather useful and up to date details in one place.To make the information complete and easy to compare, it would be ...
@arjunprasad2143 Ok. If you go with the route of 5 years of continuous work for the integration part then how will you get language as well? My line of thinking is, if you show 5 years of continuous work then proving language separately is not ... Read More
L card vs B card by alex8111
Hi everyone!I am looking for some information about whether I can apply for a long term residence permit. I have been working in Belgium since 2016, but only this year switched to a local Belgian company. I see very different views on whether I am ...
@hermito The link is unavailableThanks for the info Read More
L card vs B card by alex8111
Hi everyone!I am looking for some information about whether I can apply for a long term residence permit. I have been working in Belgium since 2016, but only this year switched to a local Belgian company. I see very different views on whether I am ...
So long story short - if you have an A card (single permit) and have worked 5 years continuously for a local belgian employer - you can directly apply for a L card? Is my thought process right for this topic? Once permanent card is secured, ... Read More
Belgium Nationality 2026 by callonafo
Hi everyone,Let’s use this topic to share experiences and information about obtaining Belgian nationality in 2026, so we can gather useful and up to date details in one place.To make the information complete and easy to compare, it would be ...
@arjunprasad2143Per the link you sent, the below can be found right at the end of the conditions for the 5 different scenarios: General noteIf you prove your social integration, you automatically prove your linguistic knowledge. Read More
Belgium Nationality 2026 by callonafo
Hi everyone,Let’s use this topic to share experiences and information about obtaining Belgian nationality in 2026, so we can gather useful and up to date details in one place.To make the information complete and easy to compare, it would be ...
@Mia0210 The language requirement + integration s in effect for everyone regardless of the years worked? Read More
Belgium Nationality 2026 by callonafo
Hi everyone,Let’s use this topic to share experiences and information about obtaining Belgian nationality in 2026, so we can gather useful and up to date details in one place.To make the information complete and easy to compare, it would be ...
@Tanvirul Hoque Is the language requirement and social integration now mandatory even if one has 5 years of continuous work? Read More
L card - 5 years requirement by Stranger_F
Hello,I live in Brussels/Schaerbeek. One of the requirements for L card is "justifier d'un séjour légal et ininterrompu en Belgique au cours des 5 ans".Do you know from which date those 5 years are calculated? For instance I have three ...
@gbsc0609 In my residence history the date with my house address is 5 Jan 2022. So per your comment I can apply for L card from 5th Jan 2027? Been working continuously for the last 4 years with an A card. Read More
Changes to nationality application procedure by Srizzy
Hi, As read on Brussels Times "Anyone who wants to become Belgian will now have to take a compulsory and binding "nationality examination," consisting of a citizenship test ( and a language test).Until now, Belgian citizenship was obtained by ...
The previous Brussels Times article states this: "consisting of a citizenship test (showing an understanding of the neutrality of the government and equality between men and women) and a language test" - Will this be applicable even if you 5 years ... Read More
Changes to nationality application procedure by Srizzy
Hi, As read on Brussels Times "Anyone who wants to become Belgian will now have to take a compulsory and binding "nationality examination," consisting of a citizenship test ( and a language test).Until now, Belgian citizenship was obtained by ...
In my case I have been working for 4 years straight and expect to work for a few more years. My whole conundrum is that this language requirement applies to this case as well. So if someone has been working for 5 years straight this will not be ... Read More
Changes to nationality application procedure by Srizzy
Hi, As read on Brussels Times "Anyone who wants to become Belgian will now have to take a compulsory and binding "nationality examination," consisting of a citizenship test ( and a language test).Until now, Belgian citizenship was obtained by ...
There is a latest Brussels times article that states that language requirement is a must. Read More
Changes to nationality application procedure by Srizzy
Hi, As read on Brussels Times "Anyone who wants to become Belgian will now have to take a compulsory and binding "nationality examination," consisting of a citizenship test ( and a language test).Until now, Belgian citizenship was obtained by ...
Have any changes been brought to the nationality path in light of what was shared above? Read More
changes to nationality application procedure
Hi, As read on Brussels Times "Anyone who wants to become Belgian will now have to take a compulsory and binding "nationality examination," consisting of a citizenship test ( and a language test).Until now, Belgian citizenship was obtained by ... Read More
New rules for unlimited WP by gannam
Did you know? From October 1, if you requested unlimited WP in Brussels, it is possible to do it now after 30 months of work. Also other rules for work permit in Belgium have been simplified, especially changing jobs for limited WP - but this change ...
I personally have not seen any use in this as it involves renewing every year. I feel this rule change creates a moral hazard for being stable in a job for future PR purposes and citizenship. Read More
L card vs B card by alex8111
Hi everyone!I am looking for some information about whether I can apply for a long term residence permit. I have been working in Belgium since 2016, but only this year switched to a local Belgian company. I see very different views on whether I am ...
first date of registration at the commune. - is this the date on your annexe 49 or on your physical card? Read More
Happy 2025. starting with question for Belgian citizenship by nyamani77
Hello,I wish you all a fantastic 2025 where all your dreams will come true. 2025 will be a special year for me as I will complete 5 years of my stay in Belgium (specifically 21 July 2025), I have many inquiries here and there where you can help me ...
Can someone tell me how to calculate the completion of 5 years? Is it from the time i got my annexe 49 or the date mentioned in the A Card. There is 50 day gap between the annexe 49 and the receipt of the physical residence permit Read More
How to prove integration? by ahmedyoussef12377
Hello, I received and automated reply from my gemeente on the requirements for applying for the Belgian citizenship. One thing I do not understand is the integration part. It looks as follows: IntegratieNeem 1 van deze documenten mee om jouw ...
What is the date that will indicate you have completed 5 years?1) is it the date on your first A card 2) is this the date you first went to the commune to get the annexe?Kindly let me know which date is applicable. Read More
How to prove integration? by ahmedyoussef12377
Hello, I received and automated reply from my gemeente on the requirements for applying for the Belgian citizenship. One thing I do not understand is the integration part. It looks as follows: IntegratieNeem 1 van deze documenten mee om jouw ...
How does the legalisation of the birth certificate work? Read More
How to prove integration? by ahmedyoussef12377
Hello, I received and automated reply from my gemeente on the requirements for applying for the Belgian citizenship. One thing I do not understand is the integration part. It looks as follows: IntegratieNeem 1 van deze documenten mee om jouw ...
So if I have changed addresses multiple times in the course of 5 years, that's ok? As long as i have registered with the commune on the address change within 8 working days? Read More
How to prove integration? by ahmedyoussef12377
Hello, I received and automated reply from my gemeente on the requirements for applying for the Belgian citizenship. One thing I do not understand is the integration part. It looks as follows: IntegratieNeem 1 van deze documenten mee om jouw ...
If you have worked with only one company for 5 years, it would qualify as uninterrupted? Read More
How to prove integration? by ahmedyoussef12377
Hello, I received and automated reply from my gemeente on the requirements for applying for the Belgian citizenship. One thing I do not understand is the integration part. It looks as follows: IntegratieNeem 1 van deze documenten mee om jouw ...
Even if u have worked for 5+ years straight, do you still need to prove language proficiency? Read More
Belgium Nationality 2024 by Nothing_serious35
Hello,I'm living and working in Antwerp, Belgium for 6 uninterrupted years. I've applied for a permanent residency 5 months ago and have an appointment to get the result in a month. Considering it'll be approved, I wanted to apply for citizenship ...
How are the language requirements when applying for the citizenship, given that the 5 years preceding the application the applicant was working full time? Read More
Belgium Updates Work Permit Rules for Non-European Nationals by habtgeb2018
Dears, Good evening!please i need your advise and explanation on subject new belgium work permit update:I work in belgium for about 3 years and half with single permit. My company registered office is in Brussels but i work in liege-wallonia ...
If you spent 34 months living in Brussels and then moved outside of it, you are eligible right? Read More
Belgium Nationality 2024 by Nothing_serious35
Hello,I'm living and working in Antwerp, Belgium for 6 uninterrupted years. I've applied for a permanent residency 5 months ago and have an appointment to get the result in a month. Considering it'll be approved, I wanted to apply for citizenship ...
What/who are best law firms/lawyers to get in touch once the 5 year mark is complete to apply for citizenship? Read More
Belgium Nationality 2024 by Nothing_serious35
Hello,I'm living and working in Antwerp, Belgium for 6 uninterrupted years. I've applied for a permanent residency 5 months ago and have an appointment to get the result in a month. Considering it'll be approved, I wanted to apply for citizenship ...
How are the rules around showing language proficiency if you have been continuously working for the last 5 years? Read More
Unlimited single permit processing time - 2021&2022 by Bel_expat
Hello, I didn't see a specific topic on unlimited WP, I would like to share my experience and get your advise. I applied to unlimited single permit on 27 October; according to https://economy-employment.brussels/single-permit-unlimited ...
Hi all! I have been working an driving I Brussels the last 2 years and 9 months. I have my single permit renewed for the next 3 years. Can I apply for an unlimited work permit in light if changes that if you have worked for 30 months in the BCR and ... Read More
Single Permit Processing - 2024 by Mirage123
Hi everyone, I'm yet to submit any official application for my work permit/visa (I blame my employers who are incredibly disorganised...) so will post my information when the time comes.They seem to want me to start at the beginning of April but ...
Does anyone know if you have renewed your single permit for another 3 years, can one still apply for unlimited work permit under new rules? which states if your employer has been in BCR and you have worked for 30 months without interruption in BCR ... Read More
New rules for unlimited WP by gannam
Did you know? From October 1, if you requested unlimited WP in Brussels, it is possible to do it now after 30 months of work. Also other rules for work permit in Belgium have been simplified, especially changing jobs for limited WP - but this change ...
I recently had my Single permit renewed for another 3 years. Can I still apply for the unlimited work permit or have to wait till the current one expires and then do it? Read More
New rules for unlimited WP by gannam
Did you know? From October 1, if you requested unlimited WP in Brussels, it is possible to do it now after 30 months of work. Also other rules for work permit in Belgium have been simplified, especially changing jobs for limited WP - but this change ...
it clearly states "Where time-limited work authorisations have been issued by another Region, the period is extended to four years" - based on this if your permit if issued in other regions other than BCR the period is extended for 4 years. how to ... Read More
Parking permit for movers and packers company in Brussels
I am told that when you are moving from Brussels to another city in Belgium, you need to apply for parking permit for your movers and packers company in Brussels as well as on the city you are moving to. How can I do this for 1000 Brussels? Can ... Read More
Single Permit Processing - 2024 by Mirage123
Hi everyone, I'm yet to submit any official application for my work permit/visa (I blame my employers who are incredibly disorganised...) so will post my information when the time comes.They seem to want me to start at the beginning of April but ...
@Srizzy Update Annex 46 received. Can I already get an appointment and go to the commune? Read More
Single Permit Processing - 2024 by Mirage123
Hi everyone, I'm yet to submit any official application for my work permit/visa (I blame my employers who are incredibly disorganised...) so will post my information when the time comes.They seem to want me to start at the beginning of April but ...
@elenalagafonova should be fine. keep us posted. Read More
Single Permit Processing - 2024 by Mirage123
Hi everyone, I'm yet to submit any official application for my work permit/visa (I blame my employers who are incredibly disorganised...) so will post my information when the time comes.They seem to want me to start at the beginning of April but ...
@elenalagafonova - i am happy that they asked you for documents, at least you know there is some progress. Mine has been stuck on positive decision work since 5 September 2024. Do not know if the file was transferred to migration department or not ... Read More
Single Permit Processing - 2024 by Mirage123
Hi everyone, I'm yet to submit any official application for my work permit/visa (I blame my employers who are incredibly disorganised...) so will post my information when the time comes.They seem to want me to start at the beginning of April but ...
Renewal applicationRegion: Brussels Application lodged on 3rd september 2024WP permit: positive decision taken on 5th September 2024. SP: awaiting (no indication as to the status with the migration department on the SinglePermit Website) Read More