July 3, 2026
Flanders Introduces New Single Permit Processing Fee
Effective September 1, 2026, the government of Flanders (Belgium) will introduce a new fee of EUR 180 for the processing of single permit applications. The new fee applies to
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Belgium Approves Highly Qualified Worker Rule Changes
The Council of Ministers has approved a preliminary draft law amending the rules governing highly qualified workers. The amendments, which are intended to align Belgian
Read More »August 1, 2025
Belgium Tightens Residence Application Rules for EU Citizens Starting September 2025
Effective September 1, 2025, the procedure for European Union citizens applying to reside in Belgium for more than three months will undergo significant changes. From that
Read More »May 12, 2025
Belgium to Tighten and Streamline Work Permit Processing in Flanders
On May 9, 2025, the Flemish government approved a concept note, establishing an updated labor migration policy based on ten core principles. The proposed measures would
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