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• 827362 type Article infopages.
• 827362 description "In some cases, as a non-EU citizen, you may need a work permit to be employed. Read more about it here." infopages.
• 827362 identifier "827362" infopages.
• 827362 inLanguage "en" infopages.
• 827362 name "Registering in Ghent as an employee with a work permit" infopages.
• 827362 url registering-ghent-employee-work-permit infopages.
• 827362 dateModified "2024-12-11T12:26:31+00:00" infopages.
• 827362 datePublished "2024-10-01T12:07:35+00:00" infopages.
• 827362 sourceOrganization feb2655f-f689-e111-a140-0050569826fc infopages.
• 827362 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-conditions">What are the conditions?</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#are-there-exceptions">Are there exceptions?</a></li> </ul> </div> </nav> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full"> <a href="https://formulieren.stad.gent/productie4.2/formulier/en-GB/DefaultEnvironment/scNieuweregistratie.aspx/frNRV_Inleiding" class="button button-primary button-large "> Apply online right away </a> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full"> <h2>What is this about?<a class="ck-anchor" id="what-is-it-about"></a></h2><p>Non-EU citizens who work for an employer usually need a <strong>work permit</strong>. Some categories of employees are <a href="https://www.vlaanderen.be/en/working-enterprise-and-investment/working/work-permits-for-foreign-workers">exempt</a>. Depending on the duration and nature of the job, the employer applies for the work permit through a <strong>work card</strong>.<br>More information on how to apply for a <a href="https://www.vlaanderen.be/en/working-enterprise-and-investment/working/work-permits-for-foreign-workers"><strong>work card</strong></a> can be found on the Flanders website. You can collect the card at the City Office without an appointment, two weeks after receiving a letter from the Economic Migration Service.</p><p>Are you staying in Belgium for more than three months? You must register and apply for a residence card. This must be done at the municipality where you reside.</p> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full"> <h2>What are the conditions?<a class="ck-anchor" id="what-are-the-conditions"></a></h2><ul><li>You reside at a private address in Ghent</li><li>You already have a work permit</li><li>You have a visa D, which you must apply for at the relevant Belgian diplomatic post before coming to Belgium</li></ul><p>You can also apply for a short-term work permit (less than three months)</p><ul><li>You have a visa C</li><li>You have a residence card from another EU member state</li><li>You do not require a visa</li></ul> </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>Starting your file in Ghent is free if you entered Belgium with a visa D.</p><p>For the residence card, you will pay:</p><table><tbody><tr><td>Standard procedure</td><td>30 euro</td></tr><tr><td>Urgent procedure</td><td>133 euro</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>A valid passport</li><li>A valid visa or proof of valid entry if you are exempt from a visa or have a residence card from another EU member state</li><li>Your work permit or exemption</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><p><strong>Registration for less than three months</strong><br>Follow the procedure to <a href="https://stad.gent/en/migration/short-stay-ghent">apply for a short stay</a> and include your work permit in the documents.</p><p><strong>Registration with a visa D for a long stay (more than 3 months)</strong></p><ol><li>Register <a href="https://formulieren.stad.gent/productie4.2/formulier/en-GB/DefaultEnvironment/scNieuweregistratie.aspx">online </a>within eight working days. Follow all the steps in the form to complete the application.</li><li>You will receive a confirmation email once we have received your e-form.</li><li>Once your application has been processed and your file is complete, you will receive a digital Appendix 15.</li><li>The <a href="https://www.politie.be/5415/contact/je-wijk">police </a>will verify your address.</li><li>You will receive an email invitation (link) to apply for your residence card. Use the link to schedule an appointment to apply for your A-card. You will receive a temporary residence document (2nd Appendix 15) at the desk.</li><li>You collect your residence card at the location where you applied for it.<br>You do not need to make an appointment for this, except at the Wijkkantoor Rabot. <br>Don't forget your <strong>codes</strong>!</li></ol> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full"> <h2>Are there exceptions?<a class="ck-anchor" id="are-there-exceptions"></a></h2><p>Are you staying in Belgium for more than three months but do not have a visa D and have another legal status? You must apply for a status change.</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--14--1"> How long will my residence card be valid? </button></h3></dt><dd class="faqfield-answer" property="acceptedAnswer" typeof="Answer"><div class="accordion--content" id="accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--14--1" aria-hidden="true" hidden="hidden" property="text"><p>The residence card is valid for a limited period, depending on the validity of the work permit.</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--14--2"> Can I renew my residence card? </button></h3></dt><dd class="faqfield-answer" property="acceptedAnswer" typeof="Answer"><div class="accordion--content" id="accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--14--2" aria-hidden="true" hidden="hidden" property="text"><p>Yes, you can renew the residence card if you meet the conditions and have a new work permit or switch to another status.</p><p><strong>As an au pair</strong>, you <strong>cannot request</strong> a renewal.</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--14--3"> Can someone else collect my work permit? </button></h3></dt><dd class="faqfield-answer" property="acceptedAnswer" typeof="Answer"><div class="accordion--content" id="accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--14--3" aria-hidden="true" hidden="hidden" property="text"><p>Yes, that is possible. When applying for your work permit, you indicated who could collect your card. If you stated that your employer would pick it up, that person must prove their employment with the company (e.g., a badge combined with an ID card).</p><p>If someone else is picking up your work permit, they will need a power of attorney.</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--14--4"> 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--14--4" aria-hidden="true" hidden="hidden" property="text"><p>If staying for less than three months, no action is required.</p><p>If staying for more than three months, <a href="https://stad.gent/nl/burgerzaken/verhuizen-en-adres/aangifte-van-adreswijziging">report any <strong>address changes</strong> immediately</a> (Dutch). Failure to do so will result in removal from the foreigner register. This cancellation will invalidate your residence card, potentially leading to the loss of your residency rights.</p><p>If moving abroad, either 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>Register as an employee with a work permit</h2> <a href="https://formulieren.stad.gent/productie4.2/formulier/en-GB/DefaultEnvironment/scNieuweregistratie.aspx" class="button button-secondary">Apply online</a> </div> </div> </div> " infopages.
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