Residence Permit of Belgium

All applicants for citizenship are tested for commitment to the country and willingness to make a real contribution to the economy (for example, to work, start a business or pay taxes). Let's consider what basic conditions must be met to obtain a Belgian residence permit.

Types of Residence Permit

The Belgian Resident Card is a proof of identity with biometrics, including a photo. It contains the personal data of the migrant, the term and period of validity of the residence permit, the place of residence in the state and nationality. The basic classifications of residence permits in Belgium are:

• A - for people from third countries, with a limited period of validity (usually up to one year);
• B - for migrants from non-EU states, without a limit on the period of validity;
• K (formerly C) - permanent residence;
• L (formerly D) - for long-term residents of EU member states;
• EC (formerly E) - a registration document for EU citizens with the right of residence for more than three months;
• EC+ (formerly E+) - residence permit for EU citizens;
• F - temporary residence permit for EU citizens or Belgian family members;
• F+ - permanent residence card for family members of EU citizens or Belgians from third countries;
• H - EU Blue Card for highly qualified workers;
• I and J - residence permit for internal work operations.