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Seasonal Worker Visa
VisasBelgiumSeasonal Worker Visa
BelgiumBelgium•Europe
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Seasonal Worker Visa

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

2–3 months

Estimated Cost

EUR €152

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

5 months

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

Temporary seasonal work permit for non-EU workers in agriculture, renewable up to 150 days within any 365-day period.

Belgium's Seasonal Worker Visa is a temporary work authorization under EU Directive 2014/36/EU for non-EU nationals seeking short-term agricultural employment while maintaining residence outside the EU. This visa fills labor gaps without offering permanent residence pathways.

The permit allows up to 150 days within any 365-day period and is renewable within that cap. The contribution fee is EUR 152. Processing takes 60 to 90 days. Dependents cannot accompany the worker and family reunification is unavailable. No educational requirements apply.

This visa is ideal for agricultural workers from third countries seeking temporary seasonal employment in Belgium while maintaining their primary residence abroad.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant5 months

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Seasonal job offer

Employer sponsorship

Accommodation provided

Return commitment

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Employment contract

Health insurance

Proof of main residence

Seasonal worker permit application (sponsor)

Employment contract (sponsor)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Up to 150 days per year in Belgium without immigration restrictions
  • Renewable within the 150-day annual cap across multiple seasons
  • Fast-track processing for returning workers (60 days if previously held status)
  • Low EUR 152 contribution fee as of January 2026
  • Works specifically in agriculture sector for seasonal labor demand
  • Employer sponsors application, reducing applicant burden
  • No minimum education requirement — open to workers of all skill levels

Worth Knowing

  • Standard processing takes up to 90 days from application to visa decision
  • Limited to agriculture sector work; other seasonal industries excluded
  • Family members may apply for reunification but rights are restricted
  • Must maintain primary residence outside the EU throughout stay
  • Not a pathway to permanent residence — strictly temporary seasonal work visa
  • Limited to 150 days in any 365-day rolling period — cannot work full year

Application Process

1

Secure seasonal employment: Obtain job offer from Belgian employer for seasonal work

2

Employer applies for permit: Employer applies to regional government through digital platform for seasonal worker permit

3

Receive permit approval: Obtain positive decision on seasonal worker permit

4

Apply for visa: Submit D-visa application at Belgian embassy with permit approval

5

Pay fee: Pay EUR 180 visa fee

6

Receive visa: Obtain visa in passport

7

Register upon arrival: Register at commune within 8 working days for residence permit

Application Forms

Seasonal Worker Permit Application—

Verified Claims (8)

Last verified Jun 20, 2026
Dependent Visa
Family members may apply for family reunification if conditions are met; seasonal worker stays are t…
home-affairs.ec.europa.eu
Fee Breakdown
Contribution fee (seasonal worker permit): 152 EUR
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Fees
EUR 152 (contribution fee, as of 1 January 2026)
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Max Stay
Up to 150 days in any 365-day period
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Max Stay Estimate
type: days, initialDays: 150, notes: maximum 150 days within any 365-day period; renewable within th…
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Processing Estimates
{"minDays":60,"maxDays":90}
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Processing Time
Up to 90 days (60 days for applicants who previously held seasonal worker status in Belgium in the l…
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Target Occupations
agriculture
home-affairs.ec.europa.eu
Official Information

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