@yat123
Ethiopian expat in Belgium
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Registration: 10 August 2021
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Requirements for permanent residency in Belgium (non-EU citizen) by yat123
Dear all,I'm considering to apply for permanent residency. My current card is a single permit for being a researcher. To give a bit of background, I studied both a master's (2 yrs) and a PhD (4 yrs) in Belgium. There is no gap between my master's ...
@katete Nothing has happened. Actually, I went to the city hall to ask for the procedure and criteria. Honestly speaking, the lady on the encounter was not welcoming and not this much interested in giving me the information. She generally said you ... Read More
Requirements for permanent residency in Belgium (non-EU citizen) by yat123
Dear all,I'm considering to apply for permanent residency. My current card is a single permit for being a researcher. To give a bit of background, I studied both a master's (2 yrs) and a PhD (4 yrs) in Belgium. There is no gap between my master's ...
@brla15 Yes, I was with a single permit during PhD work. Read More
Requirements for permanent residency in Belgium (non-EU citizen)
Dear all,I'm considering to apply for permanent residency. My current card is a single permit for being a researcher. To give a bit of background, I studied both a master's (2 yrs) and a PhD (4 yrs) in Belgium. There is no gap between my master's ... Read More
Power outage in my apartment
Hi all,Although I don’t know the reason, the power in my apartment turned off. I also checked my neighbours suspecting that the power outage was for the entire building. But it was in my apartment only. Going to the basement, I checked the ... Read More
Renewing residence perimit by yat123
Hi all! I submitted my documents to the city hall to renew my residence permit (A card). My id expired on 31/10/2021, and however, I applied on 27/10/2021. I was informed that as I'm a bit late. They are supposed to send my application to ...
@jadenio Hi,Thank you for asking. Yes, it was get approved although I waited for long time.Regards, Read More
Electricity problem in my apartment by yat123
Dear all,Currently, I'm living in Hasselt. Yesterday morning, the light in my bedroom, toilet, and bathroom were switched-off and still not working. I don't know what happens to it. Who do I ask when such a thing happens? Shall I call my electricity ...
@Lynette Dominguez Thank you so much. Let me try it. Read More
Electricity problem in my apartment by yat123
Dear all,Currently, I'm living in Hasselt. Yesterday morning, the light in my bedroom, toilet, and bathroom were switched-off and still not working. I don't know what happens to it. Who do I ask when such a thing happens? Shall I call my electricity ...
@Cheryl Thank you for your reply. I called Luminus (the electricity provider) before five minutes. He suggested contacting a technician, although I don't know where to find them. Thanks! Read More
Electricity problem in my apartment
Dear all,Currently, I'm living in Hasselt. Yesterday morning, the light in my bedroom, toilet, and bathroom were switched-off and still not working. I don't know what happens to it. Who do I ask when such a thing happens? Shall I call my electricity ... Read More
Residence permit renewal by yat123
Hello guys! How many weeks/months does it take to renew my residence permit in Belgium? A bit confused. I'm waiting for one month with 14 days. Does it take this much? Thanks!
Hello nope, something's wrong. Normaly it takes 5 days in smaller commune and up to 2 weeks in the biggest one. Now, are you also waitinf for a work permit / renewal? That would explain the delay It might be a good idea to ping your ... Read More
Residence permit renewal
Hello guys! How many weeks/months does it take to renew my residence permit in Belgium? A bit confused. I'm waiting for one month with 14 days. Does it take this much? Thanks! Read More
Renewing residence perimit
Hi all! I submitted my documents to the city hall to renew my residence permit (A card). My id expired on 31/10/2021, and however, I applied on 27/10/2021. I was informed that as I'm a bit late. They are supposed to send my application to ... Read More
Letter from landlord for visa by yat123
Dear all, Yesterday, I asked the embassy about the visa status of my family (wife and son). Today, I received a response that indicates as the rented room is not enough for the 3 of you. For the visa to be processed the landlord should agree and ...
When it comes to family reunion, immigration don't joke with "suitable housing". When your family arrives, if you like you can later move into a single room. What matters now is to impress the immigration office that you have suitable ... Read More
Letter from landlord for visa
Dear all, Yesterday, I asked the embassy about the visa status of my family (wife and son). Today, I received a response that indicates as the rented room is not enough for the 3 of you. For the visa to be processed the landlord should agree and ... Read More
Processing time for long stay visa by yat123
Hello everyone, I'm a bit confused about the time it takes to process visa applications for my family (wife & son). Now, it is almost 6 months since we submitted our applications. How many months we should have to wait to get the final ...
We got ours in 5 months, they asked for many papers before approving the visa.Congratulations & tnx for sharing the information! Let me be optimistic in my case as well. Read More
Processing time for long stay visa by yat123
Hello everyone, I'm a bit confused about the time it takes to process visa applications for my family (wife & son). Now, it is almost 6 months since we submitted our applications. How many months we should have to wait to get the final ...
I would suggest to track with the embassy. It has been taking on average 2 months.Thank you. Let me contact the embassy! Regards, Read More