Applying for Belgium Nationality

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s2946 Member

Member since 29 January 2024

s2946Member29 January 2024 22:20:23

Hi All,

I am currently living in belgium legally since 4 years and 10 months. I came here on a family reuniifcation visa and now I hold an F card. I am married to a Belgian, but I am an Indian Citizen (Indian Passport holder). I want to now get my belgian passport and become a belgium citizen. How can i do this? I know I have to wait for 5 years, but once 5 years are up, do i just go to my local commune and tell them I want a belgian passport? I am very confused, please help.

AshwinInBelgium Member

Member since 09 November 2022

AshwinInBelgiumMember30 January 2024 07:07:36

Each commune has their own way of starting the process though it is the same documents and same process all over Belgium. for example at Antwerp you can check here for required documents and how to get appointment. "https://www.antwerpen.be/product/belg-worden"

Rd Devils hooray Active member

Member since 21 September 2023

Rd Devils hoorayActive member31 January 2024 19:47:37

@s2946

Hi,

Note that the process isnot getting the passport, it is becoming a national of belgium. You need to obtain the nationality befote obtaining your passport.

A couple of things you need to consider:

You mist have a permanent residency card. To the best of my knowledge you need the F+, B or L card. That will take 5 month to get once you ve accomplished your 5 years. You cannot apply before march.
You need to ensire you meet the language and social integration requirements. There are several says to fulfill that (check in other forums)
And finally, becoming a belgian means you will lose your indian nationality, since India does not allow multiple citizenships

best of luck

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