BE · Europe
Why Belgium
Belgium sits at the heart of Europe. Brussels hosts major EU institutions and NATO headquarters, and the country offers a high quality of life, strong social security and diverse career opportunities in an international, multilingual setting.
Work authorisation is handled by Belgium’s regions — Flanders, Wallonia, the Brussels-Capital Region and the German-speaking Community — so the rules depend on where the job is. For most roles longer than 90 days, the employer applies for a single permit that combines the right to work and to reside.
Visa categories
For employment of more than 90 days, the Belgian employer applies to the competent region for a single permit, which combines work authorisation and residence. Criteria such as salary levels, shortage occupations and labour market tests differ between regions.
NOTERegional rules and salary thresholds are updated regularly.
For employment of 90 days or less, a work permit B may be needed, applied for by the employer with the relevant region, together with a short-stay visa where your nationality requires one.
For highly qualified employees with a higher-education qualification and a job offer meeting the regional salary threshold. It is issued as a single permit and offers easier mobility within the EU after a period of residence.
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Typical processing time: 3–6 months
Times vary by visa category and individual circumstances. Contact us for an estimate based on your profile.
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