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Can I change status while in Belgium?

Last activity 28 June 2023 by AlexFromBelgium

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Arch Quartet TR

When I go to Belgium with a tourist visa, can I get a residence permit if I become a partner in a restaurant while there?


My cousin is a Belgian citizen and owns a restaurant. I'm thinking of partnering with him. I want to go and see it and if I like it, I want to be a partner. Can I do this while I'm there?

peterjohn1104

When I go to Belgium with a tourist visa, can I get a residence permit if I become a partner in a restaurant while there?
My cousin is a Belgian citizen and owns a restaurant. I'm thinking of partnering with him. I want to go and see it and if I like it, I want to be a partner. Can I do this while I'm there?
-@Arch Quartet TR

Looks like that you can with 300-350k EUR

Arch Quartet TR

@peterjohn1104 What if 50% of the restaurant isn't worth that much?

AlexFromBelgium

nope, in your case, you'll probably have to check the single permit (work + stay) as a "owner" of a business in Belgium.

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