Duration
Duration
You can apply for a temporary residency based on cohabitation with a Belgian national or a foreigner who is temporarily (Card A or H) or permanently (Card B/C/D/F or F+) established in Belgium.
Only citizens of nations that need a C-type visa to enter the Schengen region for brief visits are eligible for this visa; US citizens cannot obtain one. With this visa, citizens who need a visa for brief stays can visit Belgium and submit a cohabitation application. For brief stays, US residents do not need a visa. Therefore they are allowed to travel to Belgium and apply for cohabitation there. To obtain the necessary documentation, kindly contact the neighbourhood commune where you plan to live.
To be eligible;
You must provide the following documents.
The Belgian partner should also provide some documents like;
When to Apply
If you are a non-US national, you must be in Belgium while applying. Before applying for the visa, ensure you are eligible and have all the required documents.
Visa Processing Time
This visa can take a couple of months to process. This time may vary depending on the documents you provided.
How to Apply
Currently, visa applications are only accepted by mail. Please send your application to the consular mission with jurisdiction over the state where you reside; else, your documentation will be returned to you. You may also hire a visa consultant to assist you with your application.
Duration
Initially, it is considered a Short-term Visa. Once you are in the country, you can apply for a Cohabitation Visa, which can result in a permanent residence.
Fees
A Long-stay D Visa for Belgium costs 216 USD. You have to pay extra if you are going to include the dependent child. Include a money order or a completed credit card authorization form to pay the visa fee.
The visa starts as a Short-stay Visa. It is further extended to a Long-term Visa, allowing you to live with your Belgian partner.
Dependants
Include dependents, if any.
Work
This visa is not specified for work purposes, but you might be allowed to work.
Study
You might require a Student Visa to continue your studies in Belgium.
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