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jefseyen

i want to let a friend come to Belgium

I spent nearly one year with the family of that friend

So i have a close relation with the family

i will guarantee that i take care of the costs and provide accomodation so i think that wont be a problem

my friend has a business and has property in Philippines so that is probably a reason they accept my friend will go back

Are there other ways to guarantee he will return ; can i be personal responsible for the return as agreed.

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Primadonna

If you invite him to come by the "invitation letter" and the immigration accepted,  you will be responsible for his staying and leaving.
If he don't leave the country for what kind of reason,  you get the problem. If he is involved by an accident, for example,  you need to pay all the costs (hospital,  recovering).

aneesh

I assume you can get a 3bis from the local commune (or you may already have got ? ) which is kind of official declaration that you are a resident here and are responsible for the visit and return of the visitor.

David27

Accidents and repatriation due to health reason are covered by a good travel insurance. Apart from that, there is little you can do to prevent an overstay.

Aabhaas Walia

Do I need a 3bis form for long term spouse visa?
My wife is Belgian born citizen and I am applying for a long term D spouse visa for permanently shifting to Belgium.
If yes, any idea how much time does it take to issue a 3bis form from the local commune.
Any information regarding this will be highly appreciated.

aneesh

You dont need a 3bis for dependant VISA application.

To answer the next question, 3bis can be obtained in one day from commune.

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