@hoangtrunghieu
Vietnamese expat in Belgium
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Registration: 12 September 2018
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Getting mortgage in Belgium by Valy G
I've been wanting to buy a property in Belgium for a while but have been turned down by 2 banks (ING and Belfius) because I'm a resident in UK. Been banking with ING for over 30 years... Any pointers toward mortgage lenders who are willing ...
Does the banks in belgium provide mortgage loans for A card holders . If so which bank ??I know at least AXA offers mortgage for A card holders but the rate will be higher than the ones with permanent residence. Read More
Declaration of Nationality Commune process time by tempxtra
Hello, I did a declaration of nationality at my local commune in Brussels last month, I sent my documents digitally by email. My commune confirmed they will process my file and when finished will contact me to come in person with my documents to ...
If you not yet signed the declaration, your file has not officially submitted. I guess like in Antwerp, your commune just want to do a preliminary check whether your file is completed beforehand. If everything is ok, you will be invited to the ... Read More
Declaration of Nationality Commune process time by tempxtra
Hello, I did a declaration of nationality at my local commune in Brussels last month, I sent my documents digitally by email. My commune confirmed they will process my file and when finished will contact me to come in person with my documents to ...
No haven't signed yet, that is what I am waiting for. Commune told me to send my documents by email. Over 1 month ago, they confirm they have received my documents and my file is being treated. When it is finished, they will ask me to come to ... Read More
My experience exchange Drive license in Belgium by msanad
Hi all, I want to share my experience changing Egyptian drive license (B) into Belgium one: 1- first you need to have Drive license issue 2012 and after , and not expired. 2- your English name into the License must same like the one into Passport ...
I have missed the 185 day rule to exchange my US drivers license to a Belgium one. So in theory I would have to take the tests now to get one. I know I should not drive with an IDP when I am registered in Belgium. However will this be found out in ... Read More
When to submit the D card application by expat_from_aisa
Dear all, I asked three clerks of the Leuven city hall (of course on different days) and got three answers, late September, mid-October, and mid-November. Thus, when should I submit my application? ps. I got annex 15 in September 2015 and I got my ...
Dear all, I asked three clerks of the Leuven city hall (of course on different days) and got three answers, late September, mid-October, and mid-November. Thus, when should I submit my application? ps. I got annex 15 in September 2015 and I got my ... Read More
language certficates! by belquesce
Hi All, I have completed my A2 Level in french from CVO Brussels. Can we use the CVO Certificates while applying belgium nationality?
Hi All, I have completed my A2 Level in french from CVO Brussels. Can we use the CVO Certificates while applying belgium nationality?I don't know much about Brussels but just fyi in Flander, CVO 1.2 can certainly be used as the proof of ... Read More
Rental Agreement Registration by GuestPoster400
Hi there, is it possible to verify if my rental agreement was registered without need to ask the landlord about it? Long story short: I'm renting an apartment in ixelles with my wife since May/2020. We decided to leave Belgium on September/21, ...
Fortunately, no need to be a landlord to check your registered rental agreement. You may have to check your rental contract again but by default in Belgium, it is 9-year contract. You can leave without any fee after living in at least 3 year as ... Read More
Waiting period for a residence permit by blackmetalshady
how long should i wait after registering in the commune in Brussels to get the residence permit and what are the documents needed for the registration ?
If I am not mistaken, express service is offered only after your application has been approved. It means it only shortens the delivery time of your residence card, doesn't it? Read More
Returning to VN by richiv
I'm married to a Vietnamese and currently staying here on a VEC, renewing every three months. Because of covid if I leave VN, I will not be allowed back in, even with the VEC. If I switch to a residence permit (TRC?), does anyone know if the ...
I'm married to a Vietnamese and currently staying here on a VEC, renewing every three months. Because of covid if I leave VN, I will not be allowed back in, even with the VEC. If I switch to a residence permit (TRC?), does anyone know if the ... Read More
Family reunion Visa D June/July/August/September 2019 timeline? by ifazal
Hi Guys, im silent reader of this form. I know VISA type D take +- 6 months. in my case, may be this is recent change that i had to pay only 204 contribution fee and no embassy fee of 180 euros. someone else has this experience? confirmed by embassy ...
Good day Aneesh Do you have info on whether the type of residence rented in Belgium will be investigated by police in order for a family reunification visa to be approved? I intend to begin a PhD in Belgium in August and immediately apply family ... Read More
Lifting of travel Ban by aparnajhamib
Hi everyone, I am going to relocate to Belgium in late August with my family. Last week I received form 46 and a clearance for my work permit and residency. The next step was to apply for visa D through VFS but given the health situation in India, ...
Sad to say but it much depends on the situation in India. Hopefully it can be under control soon. Read More
Long term pet friendly rental housing Antwerp Province by Ilrienne
Hi. I am looking for pet friendly rental accommodation for 6 months to a year from approximately 1 March/April 2019 - 2 to 3 bedrooms, bathroom, equipped kitchen, living area, garage, garden in “ landijke” areas around Antwerp. ...
You may have known but I find immoweb(dot)be quite helpful. Read More
Belgian nationality by Jaci78
I have a question about applying for nationality hope someone can advice me. Today I applied for nationality but they want certificate for Nederlands which I have but it’s deel certificate. The school can only provide a certificate /diploma ...
Hii ak Did police came to check you at home?Yes, and there will be a small talk in Dutch or French (not sure about German though) Read More
Unlimited Single Permit - B type Residence Card by Arpita.pooja
Hello All, I arrived in Belgium in Sep 2016 and i will complete my 5 years of continuous work in Sep 2021. So technically i will be eligible to apply for the unlimited single permit (B type residence card). However the complication is that in ...
Hello, could someone clarify what is the advantage of having unlimited work permit if it’s still liked to A-type residence card? Will residence card be rejected once you stop working? Thanks.I am not so up2date with recent changes but I think ... Read More