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Marianne_Mons

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Scottish expat in Belgium

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Registration: 18 August 2024

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Marianne_Mons replied to a thread
3 months ago
Sthe M

Looking for an expat by Sthe M

hello my son moved there 15 years ago. His now 20 and I’m desperately trying to find his contacts can anyone please help me. Worried father

Marianne_Mons

If you think he could be in Mons, you can send me details by mp (last school attended etc.). I'll ask around. If I ever find him, I'll give him your coordinates and ask him to contact you. Read More

Marianne_Mons replied to a thread
3 months ago
Bhavna

Homeschooling in Belgium by Bhavna

Hello everyone, Homeschooling your children as an expat in Belgium will definitely come with its load of challenges. Here is a special call to parents who are already homeschooling their children or who plan on doing so to share any information ...

Marianne_Mons

I'm in favour of home schooling and practised it until last school year. My 9 yrs old daughter has severe dyslexia and dysphasia, and the schools in France are not good for disabled children. They want these children to follow the official program, ... Read More

Marianne_Mons replied to a thread
4 months ago
Revanth123

Sell/throw out furniture - leaving Belgium by Revanth123

Hello all, Could anyone let me know where I can throw/sell off all the furniture, I have ? The landlord doesn't want to keep it in his apartment, after I vacate. Thanks and Regards, Revanth

Marianne_Mons

In Mons there is an Emmaus community, so there could also be one near your place. If so, give them a call, say what you have to give and they will come and pick it up for free. Read More

Marianne_Mons replied to a thread
5 months ago
aykutg88

Vehicle loan request by aykutg88

Hi everyone.I couldn't see any topics about vehicle loan applications before on the forum so I wanted to share our own experience that we had last week. Someone who have made similar requests or who are thinking of making similar requests, ...

Marianne_Mons

You can try leasing. This means you pay a fixed amount each month, like long-term rental, with everything included : insurance, tax, repairs. You don't own the car, you have to give it back after so many years, and you have a limited number of miles ... Read More

Marianne_Mons replied to a thread
5 months ago
Cheryl

Mobile phone plans in Belgium by Cheryl

Hello everyone, Staying connected while living in Belgium remains a priority for expats, especially when choosing a mobile operator or to understand the local specificities of mobile plans. Here some elements to consider: How to choose ...

Marianne_Mons

There are several operators (Orange, Proximus, Base, etc.). The best deal depends upon how much data you download (ie : do you watch videos?), whether you ask only for yourself (there can be discounts for family members if they all choose the same ... Read More