Plan Your Future Abroad — Explore Now! SCHOLARSHIPS WORK-VISA STUDY-VISA
Plan Your Future Abroad — Explore Now! SCHOLARSHIPS WORK-VISA STUDY-VISA
Third-country nationals wishing to work in Belgium for more than 90 days should apply to the competent region, through their employer, for a single application for a work permit and a request for a residence permit (so-called “single permit”). The Embassy of Belgium has no role in this process.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Who Needs a Work Permit | Pakistani and other non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals who want to work in Belgium or Luxembourg |
| Applicable Countries | Belgium and Grand Duchy of Luxembourg |
| Types of Work Permits | Work permit categories depend on type/duration of job and country rules |
| Who Applies | Employer in Belgium or Luxembourg usually applies on behalf of the worker |
| Employer Requirement | Employer must offer a job and meet local labor requirements before applying |
| Job Contract | Valid employment contract is required |
| Short-Term Work | Special short-term permits may exist for limited stays or specific jobs |
| Long-Term Work | Long-term work and residence permit required for stays longer than short-term limits |
| Visa Requirement | Visa application may be required for entry before permit issuance |
| Residence Permit | Once permit is approved, residence permission must be obtained |
| Labour Market Test | Employer may need to prove no local/EU worker is available for the job in some cases |
| Registration After Arrival | Worker must register with local authorities upon arrival and start of employment |
| Family Option | Family reunification possible under local immigration rules |
| Processing Time | Time varies by country and permit type |
| Validity | Permits valid as per job contract and country guidelines |
| Additional Criteria | May include medical certificate, police clearance, and financial proof depending on country requirements |
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