Can i work on a dependent visa in belgium? i am a student here and got a job offer but im not sure if i can start working now or if i need to wait for my single permit to come thru
expat_paperwork_bxlCan I work on a dependent visa in Belgium
expat_paperwork_bxlAccepted answer
euro_tripperIt depends on the card you get. if you are here on family reunification you usually get an F or F+ card which means you have unlimited access to the labor market. if you have a different visa you might need a separate single permit for that specific boss. the note on the residence card is what matters not the sticker in your passport. also freelancing is a whole different beast with different rules. in my experience international companies are way more willing to sponsor work permits than local Belgian companies.
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wafflelover882My last employer was so lazy with the paperwork for my permit... took months of chasing them
JokingNonnieI am in the exact same boat with my paperwork right now
bruges_woodworkIf the embassy gives you trouble with EU rules you should escalate it to SOLVIT