@Zipper269
American expat in Belgium
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About me
American
Lives in Chastre
Registration: 04 February 2011
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HELP! URGENT! Work Permit for non EU married with EU citizen by marcello.ligi
Hi everyone! I need help to understand some issues with the work permit for non EU in Belgium. I will explain briefly the situation. I'm Italian and I moved in Belgium last October (2 months ago) with my girlfriend. We are in a relationship ...
If you get married or a co-habitation visa she won't need the work permit seeing as she is in a relationship with a EU Citizen. I'm not married but Co-habitation and was told by my Commune that because I reside with a Citizen I don't ... Read More
Getting married with a tourist visa by Mhmdmansour
Good day to you all, My partner and I are living in Abu Dhabi, and we'd like to get married and relocate to Belgium. I've been told that it's possible to get married with a tourist visa whilst being in Belgium, as the procedure was ...
Given the time constraints it is possible but improbable. Also you need to establish residency and that isn't impossible for a foreigner but not easy either. However, you can try a co-habitation visa but you'd need to apply before you arrive ... Read More
Long term resident card - Type B card by Tubeloid
Hello All, As of 30.03.2017, I have completed 5 years of stay in Belgium. this was also confirmed by the commune. However my current resident card does not expire until 09.1.2018 could you kindly let me know how I can request for a long term ...
I have applied for the F+. I also have more than 5 years but the B card was not offered to me just the F+. My commune is a country commune so maybe not in the know... And I'm still waiting for it. I guess because I renewed my F card they will ... Read More
Practical questions on Belgium, from a recent arrival by cbthomas2006
I'm a long-term American expat. Belgium is the 6th foreign country where I've lived and worked. A few practical questions, since I'm a bit baffled by my experience here so far: 1.) Why does everything close so early? How does anyone ...
Hey Clayton, 8 years ago I'm sure things were different. I left before the Obamacare came into effect. I worked for the State and we paid $700 a month for the health care. I paid an additional $600 for my daughter, on a salary of $3000 gross so ... Read More
Practical questions on Belgium, from a recent arrival by cbthomas2006
I'm a long-term American expat. Belgium is the 6th foreign country where I've lived and worked. A few practical questions, since I'm a bit baffled by my experience here so far: 1.) Why does everything close so early? How does anyone ...
Just to let you know I'm available on occasion to grab a beer or two if you need someone to vent to. I don't know if it is possible as I work in Waterloo(1410) and live in Chastre(1450), and rarely get to Brussels. I think in the 8 years ... Read More
Practical questions on Belgium, from a recent arrival by cbthomas2006
I'm a long-term American expat. Belgium is the 6th foreign country where I've lived and worked. A few practical questions, since I'm a bit baffled by my experience here so far: 1.) Why does everything close so early? How does anyone ...
I'm a long-term American expat. Belgium is the 6th foreign country where I've lived and worked. A few practical questions, since I'm a bit baffled by my experience here so far: 1.) Why does everything close so early? How does anyone ... Read More
How to learn french faster? by Phanich
Hello all! I have question, if somebody kindly tell me the tips to faster learning French language. I'm learning by self but I'm stuck in memorizing those grammar rules and pronunciation. I want to communicate with people... :sosad: please ...
The other idea is to download tv series/movies on VOSTFR or Version Original with SubTitles in FRench and read as you listen/watch. That way it will become more easy and you stay entertained at the same time. I do this with my wife who is Belgian ... Read More
Is Belgium a good country for living? by Arthur2016
Hello do you guys now if belgium is good country for living let me know please because I want to move to Belgium with my wife and son, thanks
Nope no better beer. Or at least I haven't found better yet...lol Read More
French language lessons for teens by ingridfrenchy
Hello Does anyone have any information on good French language schools for teenagers? I have a 17 year old and a 14 year old and I am trying to find some french lessons for them over the summer holidays to improve their French before they go to ...
Check for Alpha group. They are usually free or low cost. Not sure if they have a location in Waterloo. They helped me alot when I first started and have multiple fluency levels. If you send me your email or try to find me on FB I can try to send ... Read More
Is Belgium a good country for living? by Arthur2016
Hello do you guys now if belgium is good country for living let me know please because I want to move to Belgium with my wife and son, thanks
I feel the same as Sean above with the exception that I know I'm here to stay as the woman of my dreams lives here with me. Read More
Driving License in BE by Faizan_mqt
Dear All, I move to Antwerp in Mid Feb 2016. Although, I have bene legally driving since 10 years and currently hold an international license. I have checked that my issuing country license (PK) is not valid in BE. Will I get any exemption as I ...
Not 100% sure but when you register at your commune ask them to be sure. But for me the commune is the one that does all of the license stuff. IE checking verifying and then eventually issuing a driver license. I'm pretty sure you will not be ... Read More
Volunteering in Belgium by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Belgium? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes ...
My suggestion would be to contact People to People International/Belgium and talk to "Chalks". He is the president and can point you toward more volunteering opportunities than you can handle. FB page: ... Read More
Working in Belgium -What is the tax on salary for 44000euro? by raselmahbub
Hi Experts in EXPAT! I live and work in the UK. I have just got a job offer from one of the big company to work for them in Belgium. When asked I have told them to match 35000 GBP equivalent salary. They have offered me 44000 euro which is ...
Just to let you know the train system is pretty good here. So even if you need to go out a little farther if it is near a train station it is really no big deal. Most companies here give a reimbursement for the train if you use it and ask them for ... Read More
Working in Belgium -What is the tax on salary for 44000euro? by raselmahbub
Hi Experts in EXPAT! I live and work in the UK. I have just got a job offer from one of the big company to work for them in Belgium. When asked I have told them to match 35000 GBP equivalent salary. They have offered me 44000 euro which is ...
I have a couple English friends and they have told me that the cost of living is much less here in comparison to the UK. Housing is also less depending on where you live but as a whole is less. Schooling will be less out of pocket unless you elect ... Read More
Is this enough by mindgutter
Hi, I have a job offer from a company in Brussels. The monthly salary is 8.500 Euro. We are a family of four. What kind of life can we afford on this salary? Background: we currently live in Washington DC and my US salary is $170K. Thanks.
Another thought is is your company going to pay for private schools for your children, or is that coming out of your salary? There are no english primary language schools here and adjustment for your kids will include learning one of the primary ... Read More