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Immigration support for hiring ex-pats in Belgium via Global Employer of Record

Global Mobility and Immigration Services in Belgium

Companies expanding into new countries often need skilled workers for new projects or to strengthen their existing teams. But dealing with immigration rules and staying compliant is a big challenge. These difficulties can make it hard to bring new staff on board smoothly, which is essential for a company’s successful growth in other countries.

In this process, companies need to tailor their hiring strategies to each market’s unique legal and cultural settings, keeping costs in mind. Understanding the different immigration laws is crucial when sending top talent abroad. Overlooking these regulations can cause delays and impact the success of the projects.

Service Description
Immigration Support Expert assistance with immigration processes, visa applications, work permits, and ensuring compliance with immigration regulations.
Relocation Assistance End-to-end support for employees relocating to the target country, including assistance with housing, transportation, and settling-in services to facilitate a smooth transition.
Global Mobility Support Offering guidance and support throughout the entire assignment lifecycle, including assignment planning, cultural training, and ongoing assistance for employees and their families.
Mobility Policy Development Assisting in the development of comprehensive mobility policies tailored to the target country’s unique requirements, including cost-of-living adjustments, allowances, and employee benefits.
Ongoing Support Providing continued support throughout the employee’s assignment, including addressing employee queries, managing work permits/extensions and facilitating repatriation at the end of the assignment.

Unlocking the Benefits of Seamless Global Talent Acquisition in Belgium

By entrusting us with your global talent acquisition needs, you gain access to the following benefits:

Work Permit Sponsorship

We sponsor work permits and secure business visas for your international hires, granting them legal authorisation to work in your target jurisdiction. Our expertise ensures a high success rate in permit approvals, reducing uncertainty and delays.

Accelerated Onboarding Process

 We expedite the onboarding process, allowing your international employees to commence contributing to your organisation promptly. This rapid integration is key to maintaining business momentum and competitive advantage.

Reduced Administrative Burden

We take full responsibility for all immigration-related tasks, freeing up your HR team to focus on core business functions. Our service effectively transforms the typically complex immigration process into a streamlined, hassle-free experience.

Overcoming Common Immigration Challenges for Employers

While the potential rewards of global expansion are undeniable, employers often face hurdles in navigating the complexities of immigration regulations. Express Global Employment provides expertise to address these challenges:

Simplifying Complex Visa Processes

We guide you through the intricate maze of visa categories and application procedures, simplifying the process for your international hires. Our tailored approach minimizes confusion and maximizes efficiency.

Adapting to Evolving Immigration Laws

We stay abreast of ever-changing immigration regulations, ensuring your organisation remains compliant and adaptable to evolving requirements. This proactive approach shields your business from potential legal pitfalls.

Streamlining Documentation Requirements

 We assist in gathering and submitting the necessary documentation for visa applications, reducing the risk of errors and delays. Our meticulous attention to detail ensures that every application is complete and accurate, increasing the likelihood of approval.


Hiring in Belgium

Acumen’s approach to global mobility and expat employment in Belgium is backed by years of field expertise. Our team of seasoned professionals has managed to guide a whole bunch of companies of different sizes and sectors through the challenging immigration, onboarding and offboarding procedures.

We have helped companies easily onboard, payroll and withdraw employees at the end of the employment agreement when needed based on their needs.

If you want to get a work permit for your expatriate candidate quickly and without risk, Acumen International can be your dedicated partner. We will guide you through all the steps and advise you on the documents required.

Note: we cannot shorten or affect the immigration procedure. However, we can make all necessary preparations so that you can onboard the employee immediately the permit or visa have been received.

We will ensure 100% compliance with the in-country labour legislation during the expats’ employment with Acumen International. Contact us for details on visa processing timelines and documents required to get a work permit in Belgium.

Efficient Business Immigration Solutions for Belgium

Challenges

Benefits

Navigating complex immigration regulations and requirements Expert guidance and support throughout the entire process
Costly application mistakes and rejections Avoidance of costly mistakes and rejections
Keeping up with changing immigration laws and policies Up-to-date knowledge and compliance with legal requirements
The time-consuming and tedious application process Streamlined and efficient process, saving time and effort
Quick and Risk-free Work Permit Processing Get your expatriate candidate to work in Belgium quickly and without risks
Professional Guidance and Support Ensure compliance with in-country labor legislation and navigate challenging immigration and onboarding and offboarding procedures
Experienced Professionals Leverage our years of field expertise in managing expat employment in Belgium
Customized Solutions Tailored solutions based on the needs and requirements of your business
Visa Processing Timelines and Document Requirements Get a clear understanding of visa processing timelines and document requirements for work permits in Belgium

Estimated Time for Work Permit Issuance in Belgium

Typically, the work permit issuance procedure in Belgium takes 1 to 7 months until entry to Belgium and a further 3 to 7 months before the entire process is completed.


How to get a work permit in Belgium

  1. Work Permit Type B Application
  2. Visa Type D Application
  3. Entry to Belgium
  4. Residence Permit Application

Documents for securing a work permit in Belgium, the main applicant

Name Notes Copies
Additional diplomas Any additional diplomas or certificates relating to the applicant’s field of expertise. One clear copy
Medical Certificate(s) The principal applicant (and accompanying dependents if not EU nationals) should obtain medical certificates, which must be issued a maximum of 90 days before the application. These should be legalized or Apostilled if issued outside the EU. Medical certificates issued within the EU do not require legalization. One legalized original
Copy of all pages of passport valid for 3 months beyond intended date of departure Passport must have been issued within the last ten years. One clear copy
Resume/CV with Translation Translated into English or French. One clear copy
Highest educational certificate(s) – Copy One clear copy
4 Passport Photographs 3.5cmx4.5cm 3.5cm x 4.5cm, in color, with a white background. Face forward, mouth closed, eyes open. Four originals
Evidence of legal immigration status Evidence of legal residency in the applicant’s country of residence, where the application is being made (if he/she holds a passport from a different country) One original
Police Clearance Certificate(s) Issued within the last 180 days, for the country where the applicant has lived for more than six months prior to the visa application (a police clearance certificate for both this country and for country of origin can be asked if the applicant is deemed to be a potential danger to public order) with Apostille or legalization (although note that legalization/apostille is not required for police clearance certificates from the US or Israel). One legalized original
Valid Passport One original
Health insurance coverage Certificate of valid private health insurance for the applicant and any accompanying dependents. One clear copy
Visa Application Form Completed and signed One original
Visa Application Fee Currently 180 EUR, payable in local currency. One original
Proof of Temporary Accommodation Confirmed hotel reservations, stating name, address and telephone number of the hotel, including confirmation number. Confirmed accommodation if not a hotel, stating name, address and telephone number of the lodging place. One clear copy
5 Passport Photographs 3.5cm x 4.5cm 3.5cm x 4.5cm, in color, with a white background. Face forward, mouth closed, eyes open. Five originals
Lease contract for residence in host country Signed by all parties. Copy acceptable, but original may be requested at the discretion of the authorities. One clear copy
Residence Permit Application Form This is available and must be signed at the municipal authorities at the time of application. One original
Residence Permit Application Fees Currently between 50 and 250 EUR One original

If you need to have your expat personnel legally work for you in Belgium without having to set up your own business entity for that, trust us to assist you with work permit and immigration support, and then employ your expats locally on your behalf.

Contact our team to let us take up your foreign employees’ immigration matters and relieve you of the responsibility of getting a work permit by working with our local partners to organize and obtain all the necessary permits, as well as provide you with a detailed update on the progress of the process.

Contact us for more details about how you can get a work permit for your expatriate staff and employ them through Acumen International in Belgium.

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