The start date of counting period for permits

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John Deyta Member

Member since 05 July 2021

John DeytaMember23 August 2023 06:26:03

Hi all,

I am planning to apply for single permit with an indefinite duration (in Flanders), as I am close to finish my fourth year in Belgium (without a gap in employment). Do you know which date is considered as the start date for counting these years? I mean, is it my first work day in Belgium, or the date in my first A card, or sth else?

For instance:

30 September 2019: First work day in Belgium (while staying at a hotel)
6 November 2019: The date when the first A card was issued

I am trying to understand when I will be eligible to apply. If it is the date of my first A card, should I also wait until end of November (to include November's paycheck in my application file as well)?

Thanks!

maharaji1984 Serial expat

Member since 30 September 2022

maharaji1984Serial expat23 August 2023 11:15:56

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No matter where were you staying. Just proove your first payslip. And count your respective necessary years (2-3-4) regarding to your situation.

I did like that and everything was fine.

Good luck

hssn601 Serial expat

Member since 02 October 2013

hssn601Serial expat23 August 2023 11:21:32

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Indeed attach 4 years of payslips,

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