Belgium is located in the very heart of Europe, is a member of the European Union, and has high economic indicators. Therefore, it becomes the choice of people who want to settle outside their homeland. To legally leave to live in Belgium, you need to choose the most suitable way of emigration for you.
It is necessary
- - a package of documents;
- - an application completed in one of the designated languages;
- - a contract with an employer or own business in Belgium.
Instructions
Step 1
Obtaining a residence permit in Belgium is a laborious process. Be prepared to face a lot of red tape. The easiest and fastest way to go to live in Belgium is family reunification or marriage / marriage to a person with Belgian citizenship. In the latter case, you will need to prove the reality of the relationship (from one year), only after that you will be able to apply for a residence permit.
Step 2
When concluding a contract with an employer in Belgium, you can apply for the right to permanent residence in the country. This is called professional emigration. To obtain a work permit, you will need to provide evidence that there is a shortage of specialists in your profile in the Belgian labor market. At first, you will only apply for a Category B visa, which assigns you to one employer, without the right to transfer.
Step 3
Setting up your own business in Belgium - business immigration. It requires a significant share capital (from 18,500 Euro). Hire a manager of your organization with a salary of at least 30,000 Euros per year, be sure to be an EU citizen and create at least two jobs. If your plans really include creating a real business, this is a good option. Regarding fictitious companies, there are rather strict laws, which can be circumvented only with strict observance of the above conditions.
Step 4
Obtaining refugee status. At first glance, this is the easiest way. You will need to provide real (non-controversial) evidence of deprivation, harassment and inconvenience in your home country. Be prepared to live in a special camp throughout the year. You will have to collect a large number of documents and visit many offices of officials. Keep in mind that the situation that prompted you to apply for asylum must be real and "extreme" in its degree of severity.
Step 5
An interesting way to get a residence permit in Belgium is self-employment with a professional card. This type is suitable for people who, on the basis of their professional knowledge and skills, are able to organize private practice in the country. For example, artists, psychologists, lawyers, presenters, etc. When choosing this option, carefully read the laws governing the type of your intended activity, as well as the requirements for entering the country.
