@maria_maria123
Serbian expat in Belgium
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Serbian
Speaks English, serbian, lil bit of franch and spanish
Registration: 26 May 2018
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Change of employer..new single permit by anil kumar76
Dear, My name is Anil. Living in Brussels. Recently I signed up new contract with in Belgium. To process a new single permit, I have collected required documents such as, medical report, criminal report, health insurance etc.. After initial cross ...
hi Anil, how much time does it take for new work permit to be approved, do you know maybe? can you share the information privided from you new employer? When did you resign in you old company, usually the notice period is 6weeks or so. In that time ... Read More
Buying furniture in Brussels -your advice! by MathewGeorge
Hi, Writing to ask you, how did you all buy/arrange for furniture for your homes? Any recommendations for buying furniture packages? Ikea best? We are moving from London without any furniture of our own in April, and wondering what's the best ...
hey, i would add one more place to look at, its Facebook market place, lots of people is selling their furniture there. people move a lot from one place to another, as you say, staying here for a year or two. :) it should be quite easy to set up ... Read More
Do banks invest your money? by AnnieBall
Hello everyone, It is common to send money to the bank these days. There are people who deposit huge sums of money in banks. They bring money to the bank so that they can have a place to keep their money safely, while enjoying money back at the same ...
they can invest your money only with your consent. meaning that if you have some saving at the account , some significant amount its more likely that the bank will contact you to offer some options: either investment banking, or pension found. Or ... Read More
Full body scan - or yearly regular check up
hi all, I am still figuring out this healthcare system in Brussels. I was wondering if its possible (and how this should be done) to do full body scan (like ultrasound, blood check up etc)? i use to do that every year in my clinic back in Serbia ... Read More
issue with gas&electricity yearly bill by maria_maria123
hi guys, This is my first year in Brussels and so far I have experienced all different kinds of challenges,and new one is right there up at the horizon in the shape of - MY FIRST YEARLY OVERVIEW OF ELECTRICITY AND GAS USAGE. In the apartment where ...
hi @currylover I did try that. Meter does not move. But the boiler did spend 500kw/h for 10days only and only for one shower per day. (not even long shower :) just regular shower). Read More
Choosing Electricity Provider - Lampiris / Engie / Luminous by Rohit45
Hello, I have recently shifted to Evere Brussels. Previously, I stayed with BBF where the rent was paid which included utility charges, so this is my first experience. I live in an apartment with is approx 55 m2 and the heating is also electric, ...
hi, this is very helpful. I just had a very unpleasant surprise with my yearly billing from engie (i even made a new topic here on that subject). Could you please give more detail where can I apply for this meter? thank you so much! Read More
Single Permit- Work starting period by Ranjith Chammanthraj
My employer has applied for a single permit and mentioned in the file that i will commence working from Nov 1st. But i have got my single permit approved now. Is it possible to start working immediately?
If you WP is approved within couple of days you should receive the invite from the commune. You should go anyhow and clearly state that you RP is expiring and that they should start with renewal process ASAP. They will issue an Annex 15 ( I think) ... Read More
issue with gas&electricity yearly bill
hi guys, This is my first year in Brussels and so far I have experienced all different kinds of challenges,and new one is right there up at the horizon in the shape of - MY FIRST YEARLY OVERVIEW OF ELECTRICITY AND GAS USAGE. In the apartment where ... Read More
Tax - procedure and how it's done in Brussels by maria_maria123
hello everybody, I am happy here in Brussels and now its time to do my taxes or to do my tax return for the past year. I've been here since September 2018. Does any of you know how it is done? I know that some paper should arrive to my home ...
thank you so much! Read More
Tax - procedure and how it's done in Brussels
hello everybody, I am happy here in Brussels and now its time to do my taxes or to do my tax return for the past year. I've been here since September 2018. Does any of you know how it is done? I know that some paper should arrive to my home ... Read More
Ending an apartment rental agreement in Brussels by Maverick232
Hello I am currently residing in an apartment with a 9 year contract in Brussels. It has been just 4 months since I entered the apartment. According to rental agreement I need to give notice to the landlord 3 months before evacuating the apartment ...
How do we check if the contract is registered? Read More
fraudulent activities - searching for an apartment by maria_maria123
Hi to you all good people out there, For us, expats, finding apartment in "world out there" is one unique experience. In a fast pace learning about the city and its main spots, little secrets and charming corners - and hoping to choose ...
I found an apartment on immoweb, the agent told me we managed to booked it. (he sends me an sms confirming this). 2 weeks later, he sends me the draft of contract saying it still need to be filled with owner banks account so i can pay the first ... Read More
long stay visa fees by Nabila.jdoa
Hello, as i am still waiting the WP so i am preparing the papers needed for the long stay visa and i have few questions: - how much the visa fees? and what is the administrative fees? how we can pay those fees? - who pay the administrative fees? ...
Thank you Aneeshks, useful information as always. I am not sure I understood this part in total, what is visa fee and what is contribution to Belgium? Have a great day :) Read More
fraudulent activities - searching for an apartment by maria_maria123
Hi to you all good people out there, For us, expats, finding apartment in "world out there" is one unique experience. In a fast pace learning about the city and its main spots, little secrets and charming corners - and hoping to choose ...
This might not be fraudulent but I was wondering what this means" No Domiciliation is possible at the commune"? (While searching for an apartment some have this explination or comment) For me being an expat, how much and how does it ... Read More
New to Belgium! by CodyAnthony
Hello, my name is Cody! My husband and I just relocated to Brussels From Texas in June. We are interested in making friends and meeting other English speaking expats. We have never lived abroad before and it is quite the new experience. My partner ...
Hi guys, Hope you are doing well :-) Once I am there, in August, I count on your nice bbq :-) Hoping you are pet friendly :-D Read More