Belgium
All Visa Pathways(21 visas)
BelgiumAu Pair Visa
Au pair work in Belgian households for young adults aged 18-26, providing childcare with accommodation and meals included, renewable up to 1 year.
BelgiumBelgium Single Permit
Employer-sponsored combined work and residence permit for non-EU professionals in Belgium.
BelgiumDiplomatic/Official Visa (Belgium)
This visa is intended for holders of diplomatic, service, or official passports traveling to Belgium for official government business or accreditation.
BelgiumEU Blue Card
Renewable work permit for highly skilled professionals meeting EUR 56,976 salary threshold, portable across EU after 12 months.
BelgiumFamily Reunification Visa (Type D)
Reunite with a Belgian citizen or legal resident, gaining permanent residence qualification and unrestricted work rights as a family member.
BelgiumHumanitarian Visa (Articles 9 & 13)
Renewable 1-year residence permit for individuals in exceptional humanitarian circumstances under Article 9, requiring demonstrated integration.
BelgiumIntra-Corporate Transfer Directive
Transfer managers, specialists, or trainees within multinational corporate groups to EU member states with intra-EU mobility rights.
BelgiumProfessional Card (Self-Employment)
Self-employment authorization for non-EU entrepreneurs with EUR 22,838+ capital and a viable business plan.
BelgiumResearcher Orientation Year
Unrestricted work authorization for researchers post-completion to seek employment or establish a business for 12 months.
BelgiumResearcher Visa
Renewable research work authorization for scientists at recognized Belgian institutions, matching project duration up to 3 years.
BelgiumSearch Year Residence Permit (Zoekjaar)
One-year residence permit for recent graduates to seek employment in Belgium with full work authorization, no employer sponsorship needed.
BelgiumSeasonal Worker Visa
Temporary seasonal work permit for non-EU workers in agriculture, renewable up to 150 days within any 365-day period.
BelgiumSingle Permit for Interns
Employer-sponsored combined work and residence permit for non-EU interns in Belgium, valid up to 12 months.
BelgiumSingle Permit for Researchers
Unified work and residence permit for researchers at BELSPO-recognized institutions, renewable up to 3 years.
BelgiumStudent Visa (Type D)
Study visa for non-EU students at recognized Belgian higher education institutions with limited work authorization during studies and unlimited work during school holidays.
BelgiumTrainee Visa
Structured training or internship program for non-EU university graduates, sponsored by Belgian employers, with work authorization for up to 6 months renewable.
BelgiumType A — Airport Transit Visa (Type A)
Transit through Belgian airport international zone for qualifying nationalities, processing in 15-45 days with no Schengen entry.
BelgiumType C — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
Tourism, business, or family visits for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
BelgiumType D — National Work Visa (Type D)
Employer-sponsored work visa for non-EU professionals with job offers in Belgium, combining work and residence authorization with 42–141 day processing.
BelgiumVolunteer Visa
Employer-sponsored work authorization for non-EU nationals aged 18-30 participating in EU-recognized volunteer schemes in Belgium for up to 12 months.
BelgiumWorking Holiday Visa
Work and travel authorization for young adults aged 18-30 from partner countries (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan) to live and work for up to 1 year.