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- 826612 description "Are you a non-EU student, already have a residence card, and want to extend it? Read on for the procedure and requirements." infopages.
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- 826612 name "Extending your residence card as a non-EU student" infopages.
- 826612 url extending-your-residence-card-non-eu-student infopages.
- 826612 dateModified "2024-12-31T23:01:00+00:00" infopages.
- 826612 datePublished "2024-07-15T10:03:28+00:00" infopages.
- 826612 articleBody " <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--table-of-contents paragraph--view-mode--full"> <nav class="table-of-contents" aria-labelledby="table-of-contents-header"> <div class="content-container"> <h4 id="table-of-contents-header">On this page</h4> <ul class="three-column"> <li><a href="/en/lod/infopages#what-is-it-about">What is it about?</a></li> <li><a href="/en/lod/infopages#what-are-the-requirements">What are the requirements?</a></li> <li><a href="/en/lod/infopages#how-much-does-it-cost">How much does it cost?</a></li> <li><a href="/en/lod/infopages#what-do-i-need">What do I need?</a></li> <li><a href="/en/lod/infopages#what-are-the-steps">What are the steps?</a></li> <li><a href="/en/lod/infopages#frequently-asked-questions">Frequently asked questions</a></li> </ul> </div> </nav> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full"> <h2>What is it about?<a class="ck-anchor" id="what-is-it-about"></a></h2><p>As a non-EU student, after the registration process, you will receive an electronic residence card (the <a href="https://www.vreemdelingenrecht.be/verblijfsdocumenten/elektronische-verblijfskaarten#block-a-kaart">A-card</a> - Dutch) if you meet the requirements. This card has limited validity and must be renewed each time.</p> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full"> <h2>What are the requirements?<a class="ck-anchor" id="what-are-the-requirements"></a></h2><ul><li>You are a non-EU student and already have an A-card.</li><li>You must apply for an extension online <strong>at least 15 calendar days</strong> before your current A-card expires. The date of your online submission will be considered the date of application.</li></ul><p><strong>Note!</strong><br>Apply for the extension <strong>on time</strong>. If any documents are missing from your application, you will receive an e-mail to complete your application <strong>within 15 days</strong>. If you submit your application too late or your file is incomplete, you will lose your legal stay.</p> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full"> <h2>How much does it cost?<a class="ck-anchor" id="how-much-does-it-cost"></a></h2><p>For you residence card, you pay</p><table><tbody><tr><td>Standard procedure</td><td>30 euros</td></tr><tr><td>Urgent procedure</td><td>133 euros</td></tr></tbody></table> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full"> <h2>What do I need?<a class="ck-anchor" id="what-do-i-need"></a></h2><ul><li>Your A-card from the past academic year</li><li>Your valid passport</li><li>Your enrolment certificate for the new academic year (<a href="https://dofi.ibz.be/sites/default/files/2022-06/Model%20van%20het%20standaardformulier.pdf">standard form model</a> - Dutch)</li><li><p>Proof of sufficient means of subsistence for the new academic year (scholarship, blocked account, <a href="https://dofi.ibz.be/en/themes/third-country-nationals/study/favorites/formal-obligation">annex 32</a>*)</p><p>*If the guarantor lives in Belgium, you will also need the proof of income and a copy of the guarantor's identity card or residence card.</p></li><li>Your health insurance</li><li>Your exam results from the past academic year (not applicable for PhD students)</li><li><a href="https://dofi.ibz.be/sites/default/files/2022-06/Voortgang%20van%20de%20studies.pdf">Proof of academic progress</a> (not applicable for PhD students)</li></ul> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full"> <h2>What are the steps?<a class="ck-anchor" id="what-are-the-steps"></a></h2><ol><li>Gather your documents and apply <a href="https://formulieren.stad.gent/productie4.2/formulier/en-GB/DefaultEnvironment/scVerlengingbuitenlandsestudenten.aspx">online </a>for the extension of your stay.</li><li>Once we receive your application, you will receive a confirmation email.</li><li>If your file is complete, you will receive an invitation via email. You will make an appointment through the link in the email to <strong>apply </strong>for your A-card. At the counter, you will receive a <strong>temporary residence document (annex 15)</strong>.<br>If your documents are not in order, Migration will forward everything to the Immigration Office. Note that this may delay your invitation.<br>If your A-card expires while you are waiting for a response, Migration will send you a digital appendix 15 while awaiting a decision.</li><li>Collect your residence card. About 4 weeks after applying for your residence card, you will receive a letter with your codes by post. Only then can you collect your new residence card. You can collect your residence card from the <a href="https://stad.gent/nl/openingsuren-adressen/dienst-burgerzaken-afhaalbalie-stadskantoor">Citizen Affairs collection desk at the City Office</a> without an appointment.</li></ol> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full"> <p><a class="ck-anchor" id="frequently-asked-questions"></a></p> </div> <h2>Frequently asked questions</h2> <dl class="accordion"><div property="mainEntity" typeof="Question"><dt class="faqfield-question" property="name"><h3><button class="accordion--button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--8--1"> How long is the A-card valid? </button></h3></dt><dd class="faqfield-answer" property="acceptedAnswer" typeof="Answer"><div class="accordion--content" id="accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--8--1" aria-hidden="true" hidden="hidden" property="text"><p>The residence card is valid for a maximum of 1 year, usually until 31 October, the end of the academic year, provided you continue to meet the residence requirements. The validity period of the A-card may be shorter for shorter study periods, shorter durations of the scholarship, or a blocked bank account.</p><p><strong>PhD students</strong> can receive an <strong>A-card</strong> for the duration of the scholarship, with a <strong>maximum of 2 years</strong>. The student will need the following additional documents:</p><ul><li>A certificate of scholarship or blocked account via the educational institution, valid for a longer period</li><li>An enrolment certificate (indicating doctoral studies) for the current academic year</li></ul></div></dd></div><div property="mainEntity" typeof="Question"><dt class="faqfield-question" property="name"><h3><button class="accordion--button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--8--2"> Can I keep renewing the A-card? </button></h3></dt><dd class="faqfield-answer" property="acceptedAnswer" typeof="Answer"><div class="accordion--content" id="accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--8--2" aria-hidden="true" hidden="hidden" property="text"><p>Yes, you can renew the A-card if you meet the requirements. You can also switch to another status if you are eligible.</p></div></dd></div><div property="mainEntity" typeof="Question"><dt class="faqfield-question" property="name"><h3><button class="accordion--button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--8--3"> What should I do if I move? </button></h3></dt><dd class="faqfield-answer" property="acceptedAnswer" typeof="Answer"><div class="accordion--content" id="accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--8--3" aria-hidden="true" hidden="hidden" property="text"><p><a href="https://stad.gent/nl/burgerzaken/verhuizen-en-adres/aangifte-van-adreswijziging">Report any change of address immediately</a> (Dutch). Failure to do so may result in your removal from the foreigner's register, which will invalidate your EU card and could lead to the loss of your residence rights. If you move abroad, whether permanently or temporarily, you must also report this <a href="https://stad.gent/en/migration/reporting-your-departure-belgium">online</a>.</p></div></dd></div></dl> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--call-to-action paragraph--view-mode--full cta-block image-none link"> <div class="cta-block__content"> <div class="feature-block secondary"> <h2>Extend Your residence card as a non-EU student</h2> <a href="https://formulieren.stad.gent/productie4.2/formulier/en-GB/DefaultEnvironment/scVerlengingbuitenlandsestudenten.aspx" class="button button-secondary">Apply online</a> </div> </div> </div> " infopages.
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