We cannot apply for a single permit without a Belgian employer. You must first find an employer in Belgium. Your future employer can then get in touch with us.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Single Permit
Whether you’re applying for a single permit for the first time or have prior experience, here you’ll find clear answers to practical, legal, and administrative questions—ensuring a correct application and a smooth procedure.
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We cannot apply for a single permit without a Belgian employer. You must first find an employer in Belgium. Your future employer can then get in touch with us.
The entire application process goes through your employer. You may share our contact details with your employer so they can get in touch with us directly.
We cannot assist you in your job search. You need to find a Belgian employer who is willing to hire you.
The single permit procedure takes an average of 4 to 6 months. This depends on the completeness of the application and the processing time by the authorities.
No, an employer is not allowed to charge you a fee for submitting a single permit application. This is punishable under Belgian law.
Yes, you may submit a family reunification application for your spouse and/or children at the time of your visa application. The Belgian authorities process these applications separately, but they can be submitted simultaneously.
No, a Polish residence permit does not automatically allow you to work in Belgium. You must first find a Belgian employer who is willing to apply for a single permit on your behalf.
Yes, you are allowed to change employers. However, your new employer must first apply for a new single permit. You may only start working for the new employer once the permit has been approved.
You become eligible for a permanent residence permit after five years of uninterrupted and legal stay in Belgium. The assessment is carried out by the Immigration Office.
You can file a complaint at any time with the social inspection services or other competent authorities. Your rights as an employee are protected under Belgian law.
You should find a new employer as soon as possible who is willing to apply for a new single permit on your behalf. Do not wait until your residence permit expires.
No, you must have valid residence documents at the time of the application. Without a valid residence permit, submitting an application is not possible. You must return to your country of origin and apply for a new single permit from there.
No, with an attestation of immatriculation (the so-called orange card), you cannot apply for a single permit. You must first return to your country of origin and submit an application from there.
You must request an Annex 49 from your local municipality. This document confirms that your renewal application is in progress and allows you to stay legally in Belgium until a decision is made.
You must do this in person at the municipality where you live.
Are you already living in Belgium and want to extend or regularise your stay through a single permit? This section answers questions from foreign employees who are already residing in Belgium.
Planning to hire a non-EU employee? We guide you step by step through the single permit application process, ensuring full legal compliance without losing time. Here you’ll find answers to the most frequently asked questions from employers.
The procedure takes an average of 4 to 6 months, depending on the completeness of the application and the processing time of the authorities.
For employees who are already residing in Belgium and hold a valid residence permit, the procedure usually takes between 4 and 8 weeks.
The single permit is a long-term solution and not an expedited procedure. It is less suitable for urgent staffing needs.
We provide full support throughout the entire process:
A single permit is generally valid for one year and can be renewed annually, as long as the conditions continue to be met.
Yes, a newly established company can also apply for a single permit. However, keep in mind that the authorities expect a company to demonstrate its activities and financial capacity. For new businesses, the chances of approval may be lower.
No, an employee with the mention “labour market: limited” on their residence card cannot be employed without restrictions. You must first apply for a single permit. Only after approval may the person officially start working for you.
Yes, foreign employees are entitled to temporary unemployment benefits, including in cases of bad weather. This is handled through the trade union to which the employee is affiliated.
The employee can apply for temporary unemployment due to collective leave through their trade union. This is a common solution for employees who haven’t accrued paid vacation days.
No, we do not recruit employees.
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