EMPLOYEES

A national from any country other than a Member State of the European Union who intends to reside in Belgium for a period longer than 90 days must first obtain a temporary resident visa from a consular post abroad. Note: only ROC nationals or foreigners with ARC in Taiwan can apply for a visa through our office.

Remarks:

• The consular fee for a resident visa is 90 EURO, at the moment equal to 3960 NTD. This fee can vary according to the exchange rate. Consular taxes for legalizing documents are calculated seperately for each case.
• The applicant has to apply in person.
• Visa applications for this type of visa are received from Monday through Friday 9.00 to 11.30 on working days.
• Visa application forms are available at this office.
• Medical check should be performed by a doctor appointed by this office (list available).

1. 3 visa application forms, signed by the applicant + 4 recent photos within 6 months with white background
2. Passport (validity at least one year) and copy of passport.
3. The household registration (partial if applicant will leave alone, complete if family accompanies the applicant) in Chinese, with a certified translation in French, Dutch or German (depending on the region in Belgium where the applicant will live). (legalised by a Notary Public)
4. Medical certificate certifying the applicant has not contracted a contagious or transmittable disease, or a disease that can be dangerous for public safety.
5. Police record for every person older than 18 (legalised by a Notary Public)
6. Working permit

Working permit :

• An alien who seeks to engage in a professional activity on a salaried basis needs to apply for a working permit first.
• The work permit is applied for and must be obtained by the employer in Belgium at the appropriate regional government office before the prospective employee enters Belgium.