gafarvictoir
Burkinabe looking for information about Belgium
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Registration: 14 March 2022
Unlimited Single Permit 2026 by umutgulum
Hello all,Unlimited Single Permit Renewal (Flanders)Exp. Date: 29/05App. Date: 20/02SP: 16/03fyi guys
@gafarvictoir Hi, You better apply on 1st of June yourself for indefinite work permit. Most likely you will receive it within 2 months if you are eligible. When your indefinite work permit is issued, your employer does not need to apply for an ... Read More
Unlimited Single Permit 2026 by umutgulum
Hello all,Unlimited Single Permit Renewal (Flanders)Exp. Date: 29/05App. Date: 20/02SP: 16/03fyi guys
HelloI am eligible to unlimitted SP as of 1St June.I plan to apply for it for the security provides.However, my curent SP expires on Oct 2.Since, issuing takes about 3 to 4 months, I was wondering if d'urine the process, I should ask my employer to ... Read More
Residency renewal ( A card Unlimited work ) by Naouel cherif
Hi everyone ,I would like to hear from people who have submitted the residence renewal recently ( Card "A" unlimited work ), and how long it took to receive decision from office des etrangers ?Thank you .
Hi everyone , I would like to hear from people who have submitted the residence renewal recently ( Card "A" unlimited work ), and how long it took to receive decision from office des etrangers ? Thank you . - @Naouel cherif Hi Ch茅rifThere ... Read More
Can an expat on Limited A card be Independent Compl茅mentaire ? by gafarvictoir
Hello I did bot find any related topic on the forum.I am working since 2022 in Belgium under a A card (highly skilled employee) and benefit from special expatriate taxation. I am willing to teach a course in college (specialized nurses). It is only ...
Thank you Read More
Can an expat on Limited A card be Independent Compl茅mentaire ? by gafarvictoir
Hello I did bot find any related topic on the forum.I am working since 2022 in Belgium under a A card (highly skilled employee) and benefit from special expatriate taxation. I am willing to teach a course in college (specialized nurses). It is only ...
Thank you very much for the information and guidance What I am actually wondering is if this will have any impact on taxt profil. I would not want you l'oiseau the expat taxation Read More
Can an expat on Limited A card be Independent Compl茅mentaire ?
Hello I did bot find any related topic on the forum.I am working since 2022 in Belgium under a A card (highly skilled employee) and benefit from special expatriate taxation. I am willing to teach a course in college (specialized nurses). It is only ... Read More
Expat Tax Regime by Zaza00
Hello all,I'm wondering if anyone has insight on the expat tax regime. How does one's employer go about applying for it? I never knew such a thing existed until hearing from another ex-pat recently, and the 3 month window to apply had already ...
I have applied and obtained it.What RDV has described looks like the previous one...If you have a salary of 75k, you can apply but you will get any monetary benefit as, reductions applied to what you get above 75k. For example if you have a total ... 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 ...
Hi all,Updates.I have applied for the unlimited WP and was refused within 2 days.My situation described above: resistance in Brussels for more than 30 months but employer in Flanders. Read More
Unlimited Work permit Brussels by Theking123
Hello,I have a question regarding the unlimited work permit. According to the new rule, if I have worked in Brussels for 2.5 years, I am eligible to apply for an unlimited work permit. I would like to clarify a few points:What type of card is this? ...
@newtonwinters I Don't think so.I am in the reverse situation, and was refused the unlimited WP in Brussels 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 ...
@maharaji1984 Thanks for your input. Does this applies if you are domiciliated in Brussels but your employer is in the Flanders? 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 ...
How about the previous time-frame for those who live with their family with them?It was shorter 3 years vs 4 years for all others. 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 ...
@ashiseverywhere thank you.That's unfortunate 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 ...
@gannam thank you for your response.Do you mean, only for employers located in Brussels region?My work permit was issued by Brussels city but my employer is based in the Flanders. 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 ...
@gannam thank you for your response. Do you mean, only for employers located in Brussels region? 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 ...
And how about those with family. It used to be shorter for them? 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 have read the new regulation but I would like to ask for clarification. Does that apply for those working and living in Brussels region?How about those who live in Brussels but work in Flanders?Thanks Read More
Card A resident permit to invite family in Belgium by gafarvictoir
Hello I work and live in Belgium with a single permit for highly qualified workers (card A).Is it possible to invite a member of my family to visit me?I have heard it is not possible. Who has experience with that?Thank you.
@AshwinInBelgium thanks Read More
Card A resident permit to invite family in Belgium by gafarvictoir
Hello I work and live in Belgium with a single permit for highly qualified workers (card A).Is it possible to invite a member of my family to visit me?I have heard it is not possible. Who has experience with that?Thank you.
Thanks a million.聽 聽 @gafarvictoir why not? They can visit you with visa type C. Please refer to links ... Read More
Card A resident permit to invite family in Belgium by gafarvictoir
Hello I work and live in Belgium with a single permit for highly qualified workers (card A).Is it possible to invite a member of my family to visit me?I have heard it is not possible. Who has experience with that?Thank you.
@Fahdijbeli thank you for your response Read More
Card A resident permit to invite family in Belgium
Hello I work and live in Belgium with a single permit for highly qualified workers (card A).Is it possible to invite a member of my family to visit me?I have heard it is not possible. Who has experience with that?Thank you. Read More
Invitation of family to visit under Single permit
Hello,I am working & living under a single permit for highly qualified workers.Is it possible to invite a family member to visit?I believe there is an annex to fill in. Who knows that annex and can advise? Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@Ralph Bou GhanemThank you for advising. Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@caneraydogmusytuRenewal for me in Flanders.Submitted August 4, still waiting. When did you submit? Read More
Single Permit March 2023 processing by berna polat71
My application is sent on 9th of March and it found admissible in 17th of April. Since then there is no news about my work permit and apperantly it is sent to another government agency/third partner/manager (I called the economy of immigration ...
This @junaydcheriti I am in the same situation in Brussels region. My employer applied for the single permit and I received the "no reply mail" on 31/07/2023. Then, my work permit was approved this week on 18/09/2023. As I was already in ... Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@maharaji1984Congratulations, How did you manage to get it so fast ? Read More
change employer with single permit by junaydcheriti
Hello, in my case I have a single permit but im going to change the company, currently they send all document to renew my permit. I want to know how long it will take to get the new SP, and what should i do after getting the new one regarding my ...
I think it takes same length than new application. I have been waiting for mine since 05/08 Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@Nkechi1 Thank you very much for your response. Have a great day Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
My timeline Single permit - 1st time application - Flanders I鈥檓 not certain when my application was sent in but sometime between 7th of July when I provided all the documents and 12th of July when I was informed that my application had been ... Read More
Unlimited single permit = any employer + unlimited residency? by gafarvictoir
Hi all,I have a question. All I find on the official websites of the 3 regions are not completely clear to me.Deas having an unlimited single permit (which you may apply for after 2 to 4 years depending on your origins and family situation) ...
@AlexFromBelgium Thank you for your response Alex! Read More
Unlimited single permit = any employer + unlimited residency?
Hi all,I have a question. All I find on the official websites of the 3 regions are not completely clear to me.Deas having an unlimited single permit (which you may apply for after 2 to 4 years depending on your origins and family situation) ... Read More
Implications of a period w/0 salary on unlimited WP & citizenship by gafarvictoir
Could someone please give me some advice?Will a month gap without salary (due to a change of employer under a single permit) have an effect on an unlimited WP and citizenship application?
@saad.s Thank you very for advisingThis is great to know Thank you 馃槉馃憤 Read More
Implications of a period w/0 salary on unlimited WP & citizenship
Could someone please give me some advice?Will a month gap without salary (due to a change of employer under a single permit) have an effect on an unlimited WP and citizenship application? Read More
Changing Employer - Permit Processing Time - 2023 by aromal235
Hello, I plan to change my current employer through a mutual agreement with my current and future employer. Could anyone tell me how long does it take to get the permit for the second job? Does it take the same time as the first-time application?
@nabazuki Thanks for your response. Very helpful.I have a question.Do you know, if there is, for example, a month gap without salary (between previous and new employment) will that have an impact on unlimited WP and citizenship application?Thanks Read More
Changing Employer - Permit Processing Time - 2023 by aromal235
Hello, I plan to change my current employer through a mutual agreement with my current and future employer. Could anyone tell me how long does it take to get the permit for the second job? Does it take the same time as the first-time application?
@nabazuki Thank you very much for your reply and for sharing. If both of your exp茅rience, did the administration inform your employer at the time of application that another company was applying for a work permit for you. If they do inform, ... Read More
Changing Employer - Permit Processing Time - 2023 by aromal235
Hello, I plan to change my current employer through a mutual agreement with my current and future employer. Could anyone tell me how long does it take to get the permit for the second job? Does it take the same time as the first-time application?
Congratulations Happy for you When you say Brussel / Flanders is it related to your residence or to your the location of your employer ? Thank you Read More
Changing Employer - Permit Processing Time - 2023 by aromal235
Hello, I plan to change my current employer through a mutual agreement with my current and future employer. Could anyone tell me how long does it take to get the permit for the second job? Does it take the same time as the first-time application?
Hi Amoral, I am in the same situation. Please do share updates. What do you mean by mutual agreement between your current and future employer ? Was there 脿 communication between both of them ? Or do do you mean between you and both employers ... Read More
Can i still drive while waiting for my driving licence exchange ? by blackmetalshady
Hello,i need to ask for a driving licence exchange and i'm wondering if i'm allowed to drive with the receipt they will give me, hey said that the process could take up to 3 months, i have a Non-EU driving licence (Morocco).
I am in the same situation. We are not allowed to drive while waiting as far as I know Read More
New Special Tax Regime by Basheer Shaik
Hello,I have joined a Belgium company in the year 2021. I was not aware of benefits of special tax status and it has not been applied. In this year, 2022 a new special tax regime is published. For the old regime, a company should have applied for ...
I WILL ADVISE YOU TO CHECK THIS OUT WITH YOUR HR. THEY USUALLY HAVE TAX ADVISORS WHO CAN SUPPORT THEM.I WAS IN A SIMILAR SITUATION. Read More
Obtaining Belgian driver's licence by handeu
Hello friends, I have a Turkish driver's licence that I can use in Belgium for 6 months. My question is, can I hand my driver's licence to the commune before 6 months time is up and fasten the process of obtaining a Belgian driver's licence?Thanks ...
I m in the same situation but I have been told, I can't change before the 6 months. You are only allowed to apply for change when the 6 months expires Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
My timeline: Application submitted: 14th March 22 Work permit issued: 24th March 22 Annex 46 issuance: 06th May 22Visa: Pending. Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
Anyone who received his WP approval second half of March from Flanders, has received his SP? The agency expected that we will receive it last week. Please, update us聽 Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
Any one who received his WP approval second half of March from Flanders, has received his SP?The agency expected that we will receive it this week.Please, update us :) Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@salsabilmahjoubi聽Hi ,My timeline:Application submitted : 14th March 22 Work permit issued: 23rd March 22 Annex 46 issuance: Pending. Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
Has anyone received RP these days? Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
Hello everyone,I have a question regarding the adminstrative costs for the single permit (366 euros). The HR applied for the work permit and did not ask me for the payment. So, does the company normally pay this fee or should I pay it?Thank you! - ... Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
Hi all,Did someone whose WP got approved in March receive his SP?It seems that it is taking longer than expected! Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@krosh聽Hi Krosh,My employer told me and shared with me the approval pdf.Where did you track your status to see a positive decision? Could you share that link?Thanks Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@okndrmz聽My timeline Region: Flanders Type: Fresh Submitted: 14th March (no reply notification) WP: 23rd March SP: waiting Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@okndrmz聽Still waiting.Which region? Fresh application or renewal? Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@Emre2000聽Hi Dear,I did not apply for it by myself. An agency submitted it on behalf of my company.I guess they used Dutch.Thanks. Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@amansoalie聽WP submitted 4 Feb 2022WP granted 16 March 2022Annex 46 granted 28 March 2022D-visa submitted 24 March 2022 (still waiting and i received email that the embassy sent my application聽... - @tabunama聽Congratulations!Which ... Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
@Mike Candel聽it is difficult to say. The agency said they expect it for the end of April.I also do not know why I got the RP so fast considering it is in Flanders.They might have some professions that they do prioritize, or some companies or it ... Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
Hi All,My timelineRegion: FlandersType: FreshSubmitted: 14th March (no reply notification)WP: waitingHi All,Some updates.My timelineRegion: FlandersType: FreshSubmitted: 14th March (no reply notification)WP: 23rd MarchSP: waiting Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
For my application Region: Flanders Docs submitted: 28 Dec 2021 First application: 3rd Jan 2022 WP: 16th Feb 2022 SP: 15th March 2022. Hope it helps!Congratulations. Wahooo. This was fast. Was it a rest application? Do you know why it went so ... Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
Congratulations. Wahooo. This was fast. Was it a rest application? Do you know why it went so fast? Thanks Read More
Single Permit Processing in 2022 by amansoalie
Please share your timeline here Region: FlandersApplication date : 14th OctWP: waiting RP: waiting
Hi All, My timeline Region: Flanders Type: Fresh Submitted: 14th March (no reply notification) WP: waiting Read More