Belgium employment visas in 2026

Foreign professionals must secure a valid visa to work and live in Belgium. Healy Consultants will assist our Clients complete the application process for a one-time fee of €3,950. Different applicable visa are as follows:

Entrepreneur Visa

• To be self-employed in Belgium, our Clients incorporate a business and thereafter, apply for a work permit through the company. Thereafter, Healy Consultants will help our Client secure a residence permit for Belgium as well;
• This application will be applied through the Consulate/Embassy in our Client’s home country. The average time for processing this application will be 2 – 3 months;
• Documents to be submitted will include i) a valid passport ii) completed visa application form iii) complete personal details and iv) business plan.

Employment Visa

• To be employed in Belgium, our Clients must file the applications for their prospective employees the regional employment agencies. The employees will also be required to submit documents at their local embassies/consulates;
• Documents for submission will include i) a valid passport ii) completed visa application form iii) sponsorship letter from the company iv) company profile v) employment contract and vi) resume.

Short-term Visa

• Our Clients may apply for such visa for i) tourism ii) business and iii) medical purposes;
• For such visa, our Clients must provide i) details of the stay ii) plane tickets and iii) bank statements for last 6 months. Additionally, for business visa, Clients will provide i) invitation letter ii) M&AA and COI of the Belgium company and iii) business bank statements. For medical visa, i) proof of appointment and ii) letter reports must be provided.

In addition to visa requirements, companies expanding into Belgium should also consider how their local operations, including hiring and ongoing administration, will be managed. See our overview of corporate services in Belgium.