Hi everyone,
I was wondering when do the “counter” for the 5 years for permanent residence when you arrive to Belgium starts.
Is it when you stamp entry to the country or when you register yourself or when you get your residence card?
Thanks
Residence days counting
abdallahe
13 November 2019 20:01:23
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Aneesh
14 November 2019 09:22:39
1990
From the date of issue of your first residence permit.
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