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Permanent residence card L Processing times by fabowuapp
Is there any forum page that I can find the processing times of other members when they applied for card L?My husband applied for card L on September 3, 2023 but we have not received any information about it. We called immigration this week ...
I received approval exactly on completion of 5 months. Read More
Permanent residence card L Processing times by fabowuapp
Is there any forum page that I can find the processing times of other members when they applied for card L?My husband applied for card L on September 3, 2023 but we have not received any information about it. We called immigration this week ...
@hssn601 Congratulations Read More
Permanent residence card L Processing times by fabowuapp
Is there any forum page that I can find the processing times of other members when they applied for card L?My husband applied for card L on September 3, 2023 but we have not received any information about it. We called immigration this week ...
@fabowuapp and @hssn601 Unfortunately nobody updates the thread when their application is confirmed. All the best for your cases and hope hear positive news from you. Read More
Permanent residence card L Processing times by fabowuapp
Is there any forum page that I can find the processing times of other members when they applied for card L?My husband applied for card L on September 3, 2023 but we have not received any information about it. We called immigration this week ...
@hssn601 Did you get the confirmation if it is approved? Read More
Permanent residence card L Processing times by fabowuapp
Is there any forum page that I can find the processing times of other members when they applied for card L?My husband applied for card L on September 3, 2023 but we have not received any information about it. We called immigration this week ...
@fabowuapp @ which commune are you? What did they say? Read More
Unemployment with Permanent Residence Card - D: Non-EU Citizen by rajpnr
Hello everyone, I'm a non-EU citizen & hold a Permanent Resident Card - D (now called L Card). I have been working with Belgian Company for the past 3.5 years & have been laid off by my employer due to the re-organization. My wife is working ...
@rajpnr Hope you are able to get back to work at another job. But did you get the answers to your questions? 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 ...
@residencecuriousity 'no limitation of profession' means can one file vat number and start self employment? 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 ...
I did apply in Falnders on 5th March and received Annexe 46 approval yesterday. Approx. 2.5 months of total processing time. 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 ...
@masstonsils0e Your link will soon be available to open. In flanders, the process starts with emailing the application, do they populate the data on this website? 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 ...
@fabowuapp Normally if he has completed 5 years of stay in Belgium then he may not need to apply for the Indefinite work permit as he will be directly eligible for the permanent residence(card type B or D). I think better write an email to the ... Read More
Benefits of L card by oozkan
Hi all,I have applied for L card 3 months ago, waiting for application to be finished. Meanwhile I have couple of questions:1) With L card, do I have free access to job market, currently as high skilled worker (B card), I require sponsorship.2) ...
@Rudra1985聽Thanks. They also complete 5 years along with me. But my wife only working during last 2 years out of them. Read More
Family residence card by SK_A
Hello,聽I am new on this forum and I have a question about a family residence card. I've been living here in Belgium since 2017 with my family and working as an IT Professional. Last month I got my L card. My family, wife and children have A ...
@SK_A Did you get the final outcome here? What is the card type issued to your family members? I will be in a similar situation in few months with my wife working for 2+ years with social security contribution. I'd appreciate if you can clarify. 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 ...
@reddit-some Im good. Read More
L card processing - leaving job while L card is processing by Manusha47
Dear,I have applied for my L card on September 15 and its in process. I got an another Job offer which I am planning to start in March (hoping that I will receive my L card by then and that I dont need single permit). So my question is can i already ...
Any idea which card type is issued to the family members of L card holders? Read More
Benefits of L card by oozkan
Hi all,I have applied for L card 3 months ago, waiting for application to be finished. Meanwhile I have couple of questions:1) With L card, do I have free access to job market, currently as high skilled worker (B card), I require sponsorship.2) ...
Any idea which card type is issued to the family members of L card holders? Read More
Card A- temp residence permit and unlimited work permit by raulrathod
Hi all, I have a single permit Card A - temporary stay for foreigners. on the backside of the card, I have the information Marche du travail(work permit)- illimite. This is my 5th year in Belgium and I received a single permit Card A in 2019 valid ...
@hssn601 I am exactly going to be in a situation like yours.I am applying for the indefinite single permit in Flanders. Me and my family already have a residence permit valid till Aug 2025. As I see, I will be provided a new residence card valid for ... 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 ...
I am applying for the indefinite single permit in Flanders. Me and my family already have a residence permit valid till Aug 2025. As I see, I will be provided a new residence card valid for 1 year after approval of my indefinite single permit. Do I ... Read More
Belgium Work permit query by Abhilashcp
Dear All - My name is Abhilash, i'm working in one IT company in Bangalore and i'm having more than 9 years exp in IT. Recently I've selected for one on-site project in Belgium ,But unfortunately my WP request is on hold due to my ...
@karthispace The Belgian work permit has degree as mandatory requirement. But if the company files the work permit as an executive employee(management) then diploma holder can apply, Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@Ewms聽You should have already received WP from Flanders in this time. Send email to check status to聽 arbeidskaart@vlaanderen.be Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
Region: FlandersApplication: RenewalDate: 13 JuneWP: 14 JulyRP: Possibly in 2 months. Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@ledio82聽New application or renewal? Read More
Permanent work permit by bunchofguys
Hi All,I start in Belgium with 3 years A type ID-CARD and recently before extending my ID card I apply for Permanent work permit.Now I have an approval for permanent work permit with only 1 year extension of my A-ID Card.Is this normal?聽
@AlexFromBelgium聽Can you put more light on this. With the current single permit if one completes 4 years in Belgium, he is automatically converted to unlimited work permit?How do we receive authorization for that? I mean changing of employer is ... Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
Pardon me if I have posted it in wrong place.My single permit renewal is in process. However, with current processing delays from the immigration office, it is is expected that it will be due after the expiry of my existing residence permit. I can ... Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@dk101聽Thanks for your timeline. Is it fresh or renewal application? Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
For applications submitted in April-May, Have you received the email from socialsecurity.be about the data privacy notice? If yes, after how many days of filing the application? Read More
Question about rental contracts in Belgium by adityaganesh1994
Hi,We moved to Belgium last year and we are on a one year contract at our current apartment in Flanders. The contract is ending in 3 months and tomorrow is the last day that either party can give notice. Just a couple of hours ago, our landlord sent ...
As informed to me by my rental agency, the contract automatically gets converted to 3 years and then to 9 years (after completing 3 years) if you keep living in there. The place cant be vacated without a notice from tenant. The tenant is very much ... Read More
Applying B or L card after 5 Years stay in Belgium by eshwarraj09
Dear All, Looking for some suggestion: I received my First Work Permit on 8th Feb 2017, Reached Belgium on March 28th, 2017. My First Resident Permit Start date is July 12th, 2017. Can I apply for B or L Card in the next couple of weeks(Which means ...
I have question about D card. If one gets a residency D card, do we have to apply for the residence card afresh for the spouse based on it? If yes, and if the spouse has only worked for last 2 years during 5 years of stay in Belgium, what type of ... Read More
Renewal of single permit or long-term residency (D/L) card? by richeekdey3
Hey folks, I'm in a bit of a conundrum. Currently, I've got my resident + WP valid till July, 2022. This would be my fourth year of working in Belgium. Additionally, I have a Master's degree from the VUB (2 year master). Do I: 1) ...
I have a question about D card. If one gets a residency D card, do we have to apply for the residence card afresh for the spouse based on it? If yes, and if the spouse has only worked for last 2 years during 5 years of stay in Belgium, what type of ... Read More
Permanent Residence Card - Type-D by shaans
Hello, I had applied for Permanent Residence Card - Type-B in September 2018 in 1000 Commune Brussels. But there was no answer until March 2019 so when i visited the commune again to check status they asked me to apply for Permanent Residence Card ...
Hello Alex.Me and my family have been together in Belgium since our arrival in 2014.I received my Permanent Residence Card Type-D this month.My query was whether my dependent and non-working spouse and children who currently have the type-A card ... Read More
Permanent Residence Type B - For Dependents. by VermaRam
Hi All, I hold single permit (Card A) and my wife who came here under family re-unification also have card A. we both are in Belgium since 5 years. I have a local contract since 5 years however my wife just started working from last two years with ...
@VermaRam聽I have exactly same word to word question as yours. Therefore please let know your experience on this. If they also issue card D to the spouse based on the main applicant then it is a win win situation. Read More
New rules for Permanent Resident by Alpaci
Hello Everyone Can someone please explain the amendment in Belgium rule for getting Permanent Resident in 2020? Is it not possible to get Permanent Resident under limited contract even if we completed 5 years ?
I have question about D card. If one gets a residency D card, do we have to apply for the residence card afresh for the spouse based on it? If yes, and if the spouse has only worked for last 2 years during 5 years of stay in Belgium, what type of ... Read More
Permanent Residence Card - Type-D by shaans
Hello, I had applied for Permanent Residence Card - Type-B in September 2018 in 1000 Commune Brussels. But there was no answer until March 2019 so when i visited the commune again to check status they asked me to apply for Permanent Residence Card ...
I have question about D card. If one gets a residency D card, do we have to apply for the residence card afresh for the spouse based on it? If yes, and if the spouse has only worked for last 2 years during 5 years of stay in Belgium, what type of ... Read More
Permanent Residence Card - Type-D by shaans
Hello, I had applied for Permanent Residence Card - Type-B in September 2018 in 1000 Commune Brussels. But there was no answer until March 2019 so when i visited the commune again to check status they asked me to apply for Permanent Residence Card ...
@vickykaushal聽Go for Partena, which is now called Helan. They are very good at helping english speakers atleast. Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
My friend's employer is slow to respond on the status of his single permit. However, he has received an email about privacy notice for his application by the authorities. Can we guess at which stage is his application based on instance of such ... Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@richeekdey3聽How did you get to know about the work permit approval from Flanders. Is there any other channel than the employer? 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 ...
Can employer file the indefinite single permit? Or it is upto the employee to file? 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 ...
Thanks for the very assuring input. It will help me to process mine without worries. Thanks. 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 ...
So what validity of new residence permit will you get? 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 ...
I would say having work department approval to continue/change the job is enough if you have received unlimited single permit application approved form work department. If not, then work department approval is connected to employer, s your new ... Read More
Permanent Resident Card B by RanaNirmal
Dear All, Do we have any condition of Minimum stay in Belgium for Card B. Like in scenario, Person left Belgium and come back before 1 year to keep PR status Valid. In this case , person has to stay for some time in Belgium or can go back to go ...
What about the people who are locally employed but the employer files expat status for tax filing. There is social security contribution. Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
It is for 3 years. or maybe depends on commune, how they file it. Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
If you have applied form flanders and the WP was approved after 17th June, then your company can apply for a temporary work permit to flanders administration(like older blue card) that is valid till your SP comes. This step is mandatory for you to ... Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
Anybody aware about processing time for approval of family residence permit renewal? I received my renewed single permit and A card and Commune has sent the approval for residence permit renewal of my family to immigration office. It has been one ... Read More
Residence permit renewal for dependents are delayed by avijit1985
Hi, I had filed the residence permit renewal request for myself and my dependents (wife & child of 2years old) on 19th February this year. All required and asked documents were submitted on the same day at 1000 Brussels De Broukere commune. ...
Which site? Do we need to pay the administrative fees as well? Like the 250 euros or so paid at the time of Visa D? Read More
Residence permit renewal for dependents are delayed by avijit1985
Hi, I had filed the residence permit renewal request for myself and my dependents (wife & child of 2years old) on 19th February this year. All required and asked documents were submitted on the same day at 1000 Brussels De Broukere commune. ...
Absolutely no idea man. I have filed for the renewal of my dependents on 9th September, but haven't heard back from the ministry yet. Fingers crossed. Any idea average amount of time taken for family approval? Read More
Residence permit renewal for dependents are delayed by avijit1985
Hi, I had filed the residence permit renewal request for myself and my dependents (wife & child of 2years old) on 19th February this year. All required and asked documents were submitted on the same day at 1000 Brussels De Broukere commune. ...
Hi Avijit, I am kind of landed in same situation, Any idea, how much time it takes for the dependent's renewal approval? Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
It would be an employer/ agency who filed it. Its kind of letter saying your file sent to Immigration office for residence approval. After that it is close to 10 weeks to get the single permit, which yourself will get email. But the timelines do ... Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
Its from Date of application. I received SP today on application date of 13/05, admissible on 27/05 and WP approval on 06/06. Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
Congratulations. 1 year or 3 years? I have the exact dates as yours but for extension. Fingers crossed for the final approval. Read More
New Single Work Permit Procedure - Belgium by Dnlwht70
Hi Everyone I need help!! On the 3rd of January I sent in my papers for a work permit in Belgium. However, the papers were sent back to me and I was asked to add papers for the new single work permit procedure. I have added these new documents and ...
Not required. Commune wants residence proof and passports. Read More
Belgium Work permit query by Abhilashcp
Dear All - My name is Abhilash, i'm working in one IT company in Bangalore and i'm having more than 9 years exp in IT. Recently I've selected for one on-site project in Belgium ,But unfortunately my WP request is on hold due to my ...
Hi Abhilash, Sorry to hear you were in such an unfortunate situation. Did you get this problem resolved? How? Do they allow WPs for Diploma holders? Read More
Work at the Brussels airport. Where to rent apartment? by sebastiandar
Hi, I wonder if you could help me. I'm starting work mid July at one of the companies located in Zaventem airport. I wonder if someone could recommend some good neighborhood in Brussels to rent apartment that would not be far away from the ...
Zaventem is a nice place, a bit expensive but very near to the airport. What's your budget? You can also go for Machelen and Vilvoorde. Read More
Belgian Vacation days for expat employees.
All, I have been told by my employer that I have only 6 vacation days as I have worked for only 3 months in Belgium last year. As per the law, the number of vacation days depends on amount of time in employment in previous year. Is there any ... Read More
Belgium work visa with dependent spouse by jay.vaishnav52
Hello, Greetings to All!!! My name is Jay and I currently stay in India and will be travelling to Brussels by end of September on work permit B with dependent spouse. I need help for below topics. 1. In visa application form there is a section ...
Thanks for the quick reply Aneesh. The foreigner's registration should still be done within 8 days, right? My company has arranged a 2 months stay in a studio apartment. So I will be renting house by end of next month. Therefore I was planning ... Read More
Belgium work visa with dependent spouse by jay.vaishnav52
Hello, Greetings to All!!! My name is Jay and I currently stay in India and will be travelling to Brussels by end of September on work permit B with dependent spouse. I need help for below topics. 1. In visa application form there is a section ...
Any help on the process to apply for a resident card? Can we apply it based on a hotel address? I am applying under Zaventem commune. Read More
Belgium work visa with dependent spouse by jay.vaishnav52
Hello, Greetings to All!!! My name is Jay and I currently stay in India and will be travelling to Brussels by end of September on work permit B with dependent spouse. I need help for below topics. 1. In visa application form there is a section ...
Thanks Ankita. However, the form was correctly filled and I received my visa but with a new question. I received visa valid till Oct 2019 and my dependents received it valid till April 2019. Now I am confused whether it will affect validity of ... Read More
Extending Dependent Visa by GuruBrussels
Hi, My wife got her work permit in Feb 18 for Belgium from her company here in india. Her work permit was valid till 31st October 2018. And my dependent Visa (Type D : BNL2, B28.) was valid till 31st July. But due to project requirements her ...
I received my D visa valid till Oct 2019 while my dependents visa valid till, April 2019. Will we get RP with validity of same date? Do I need to apply for visa extension seperately for my dependents? Read More
Belgium work visa with dependent spouse by jay.vaishnav52
Hello, Greetings to All!!! My name is Jay and I currently stay in India and will be travelling to Brussels by end of September on work permit B with dependent spouse. I need help for below topics. 1. In visa application form there is a section ...
Thanks Aneesh for your quick help. Now I can safely complete my application, however with only doubt about purpose of travel for infant. 馃榾 Read More
Belgium work visa with dependent spouse by jay.vaishnav52
Hello, Greetings to All!!! My name is Jay and I currently stay in India and will be travelling to Brussels by end of September on work permit B with dependent spouse. I need help for below topics. 1. In visa application form there is a section ...
Thanks Jay. Can you also confirm the number of days to mention in visa application? The work permit is valid for 365 days, can we ask for visa more than that number? Read More
Belgium work visa with dependent spouse by jay.vaishnav52
Hello, Greetings to All!!! My name is Jay and I currently stay in India and will be travelling to Brussels by end of September on work permit B with dependent spouse. I need help for below topics. 1. In visa application form there is a section ...
Can anybody guide what option I should select from below for my dependents? They(wife+infant) are applying along with me. 1. Paid work (I suppose this option for my own application) 2. Family reunion art.10 3. Family reunion art.40 4. Family ... Read More