Belgium•Europe1–4 months
€348 EUR
Varies by filing options
Duration of contract up to 3 years
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
Yes
Sponsor
Job offer required
Work
Remote not required
Employer-sponsored combined work and residence permit for non-EU professionals in Belgium.
Belgium's Single Permit combines residence and work authorization for non-EU nationals on employment contracts lasting 90+ days. It streamlines entry for skilled workers via employer sponsorship, offering an alternative to specialized programs like the Blue Card or ICT. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree and secure a qualifying job offer.
The permit is valid for the contract duration, up to 3 years, and is renewable. The application fee is EUR 348. Processing typically takes 30–45 days. Spouses and dependent children may join through family reunification; spouses have unrestricted work rights. The permit provides a pathway to permanent residence.
This visa is ideal for bachelor's-degree-holding non-EU professionals who have secured employment in Belgium and wish to establish long-term career stability with family reunification options.
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BelgiumMinimum education: Bachelor
Health insurance required
Age: 18-
Education
bachelor or higher
Min. Income
46,632 EUR/yr
Valid passport
Employment contract
Health insurance
Criminal record certificate
Medical certificate
Proof of sufficient means
Work authorization application (sponsor)
Company registration documents (sponsor)
Employment contract (sponsor)
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