Minimal red tape

Fulfilling administrative requirements
can be daunting and confusing. Belgium is
pretty straightforward in this respect, though.
In fact, the Practical Guide for Mobile Researchers
Coming to Belgium, published by EURAXESS Belgium,
explains allabout the tax and social security situation,
residenceand work permits and family issues.

A researcher coming to a research organisation that has
been approved for issuing hosting agreements can apply
for a simplified procedure for entry in Belgium. Any researcher
coming to Belgium in the framework of such an agreement is
also exempted from the work permit requirement. On the
basis of a hosting agreement signed by both parties, the researcher
can submit an application for a residence permit lasting longer than
three months to the Belgian diplomatic or consular post in the country
of residence or place of stay abroad. More info on this topic: www.belspo.be/visa.

 

Short stay - less than 3 months

If you come over to Belgium for less than 3 months, you can follow these guidlines:

• Nationals of the EEA don't need visa when not exceeding the duration of 3 months;
• Nationals of most third countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) are under obligation need to have visa for a stay of maximum 3 months. You can lodge your visa at the Belgian Embassy or Consulate at your home country. If there is no Belgian Embassy or Consulate in your country, then contact the Belgian consulate in your neighbouring country. Working in Belgium also implies a work permit, which can be applied for at the regional employment agencies. 

 

Long stay - more than 3 months

If you plan to come to Belgium for a period longer than 3 months, you need to take following actions:

• Nationals of the EEA need to apply for a residence permit;
• Nationals of most third countries outside the EEA are under obligation need to have visa for a stay of maximum 3 months. You can lodge your visa at the Belgian Embassy or Consulate at your home country. If there is no Belgian Embassy or Consulate in your country, then contact the Belgian consulate in your neighbouring country. Working in Belgium also implies a work permit, which can be applied for at the regional employment agencies.

Check here to find a Belgian Embassy or Consulate.

 

If you need further information, you're most invited to contact the nearest EURAXESS Service Centre or check useful links here below: