Menu
Expat.com

American in Belgium/90 days stay limit

Post new topic

didelgado29

Hello everybody! I am an American living in Antwerp with her Belgian boyfriend. I am finishing my Masters in Law from the University of London, long distance programme.

I've been in Belgium for almost 2 months. The 90 day stay limit is approaching. For how long do I need to leave Belgium before legally re-entering?

Thank you all very much!

See also

Work permit in BelgiumVisas for BelgiumThe Working Holiday Visa for BelgiumBelgium Visa Processing Timeline and DocumentationCould we could get married in Belgium with a tourist visa?
Ashberry

Hello, How's it going? I have had a similar experience. I moved here in April of 2008 to join my boyfriend who moved here for his job. He automatically got his residence permit through his work but since we aren't married I have had to go about getting my residence permit on the basis of cohabitation. That might be something you could look into for your situation so you don't have to bounce back and forth between the US and Belgium. Otherwise I believe its 6 months you technically have to leave Belgium for before you can return on your passport alone. Good luck!

glency

Hello, How's it going? I have had a similar experience.
I move to Belgium in july/2008 after the 90 days period i thought going out of Shengen area(i went to dublin for 3 days because Ireland its not in the Shengen area but in the euro zone),thinking that after the 3 days i was gonna have another period of 90 days.First time ok but when the next 90 days came in again i wanted to go to London for 2 days but i was stopped at the eurostar train border here in BRUXELLES MIDI and they got my passport and counted every single day.The officer told me that the law  states: During a whole year you can not stay more then 180 combine and if you overstay you have to return to your country and enter after at least 180 days and you might need a visa too...
After all this happened the next day i went to the comune where i live and register myself and presented the doc. required and after a period of 6 months i received my permit to stay.

Best regards
Aldi

hannahhadman

didelgado29 wrote:

Hello everybody! I am an American living in Antwerp with her Belgian boyfriend. I am finishing my Masters in Law from the University of London, long distance programme.

I've been in Belgium for almost 2 months. The 90 day stay limit is approaching. For how long do I need to leave Belgium before legally re-entering?

Thank you all very much!


Hi how are you finding things im also tring to move over for a bit for my Belgium bf

Articles to help you in your expat project in Antwerp

  • Working in Antwerp
    Working in Antwerp

    Antwerp is famous for its harbor and diamonds. It's located in Flanders, north of Belgium. Conditions apply to ...

  • Accommodation in Antwerp
    Accommodation in Antwerp

    Antwerp is a city with many aspects that welcomes foreigners from all around the world. We'll advise you on ...

  • A guide to Brussels' neighbourhoods
    A guide to Brussels' neighbourhoods

    A very safe and laid-back city to live and work in, Brussels has many different sides for expats and tourists to ...

  • Buying property in Brussels
    Buying property in Brussels

    Compared with other European capitals, buying property in Brussels is very affordable. Consequently, it's ...

  • Accommodation in Leuven
    Accommodation in Leuven

    Leuven is home to a lot of students but also attracts expats because of the companies implemented there. So, where ...

  • Opening a bank account in Belgium
    Opening a bank account in Belgium

    If you plan to live in Belgium long-term, opening a bank account is a good idea. Not only will you need a ...

  • Tax in Belgium
    Tax in Belgium

    Like everyone else, expats in Belgium have to pay taxes. Here's a description of how Belgian taxes work.

  • The health system in Belgium
    The health system in Belgium

    Health care is a priority, especially when we expatriate to a foreign country. Here's how to take care of your ...

All of Antwerp's guide articles