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@hoangtrunghieu

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Registration: 12 September 2018

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hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
2 years ago
Valy G

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 ...

hoangtrunghieu

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

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2 years ago
tempxtra

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 ...

hoangtrunghieu

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

hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
2 years ago
tempxtra

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 ...

hoangtrunghieu

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

hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
3 years ago
msanad

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 ...

hoangtrunghieu

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

hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
3 years ago
expat_from_aisa

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 ...

hoangtrunghieu

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

hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
3 years ago
belquesce

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?

hoangtrunghieu

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

hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
3 years ago
GuestPoster400

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, ...

hoangtrunghieu

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

hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
3 years ago
blackmetalshady

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 ?

hoangtrunghieu

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

hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
3 years ago
richiv

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 ...

hoangtrunghieu

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

hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
3 years ago
ifazal

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 ...

hoangtrunghieu

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

hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
3 years ago
Oudghiri

Studying by Oudghiri

Hi i want to study in Antwerpen anyone can help ...??

hoangtrunghieu

Hi i want to study in Antwerpen anyone can help ...??I am pretty sure with this kind of question you will hardly get any answer. Bachelor, master or Phd? Your specialisation? What help do you need? Read More

hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
3 years ago
aparnajhamib

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, ...

hoangtrunghieu

Sad to say but it much depends on the situation in India. Hopefully it can be under control soon. Read More

hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
3 years ago
Ilrienne

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. ...

hoangtrunghieu

You may have known but I find immoweb(dot)be quite helpful. Read More

hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
3 years ago
Jaci78

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 ...

hoangtrunghieu

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

hoangtrunghieu replied to a thread
3 years ago
Arpita.pooja

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 ...

hoangtrunghieu

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