Belgium · Work after study
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Who it's for: Graduates of Belgian higher education who want to stay on to look for work or set up a company.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Job offer needed: No
- Minimum education: Bachelor's degree
- Decision time: 90 days
What the official pages say
3 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Job offer neededNoOfficial wording
“may ask to be authorised to extend his stay for a maximum of 12 months, in order to look for work or set up a company”
Minimum educationBachelor's degreeOfficial wording
“proof that he has obtained a degree from a Belgian institution of higher education”
Decision time90 daysOfficial wording
“the Immigration Department must make a decision within a period of 90 days from the date of the receipt of the application.”
We have not yet recorded: Study place needed; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Main fee; Salary threshold; Family can join; Can lead to permanent residence; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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Belgium visa typesBefore you pay anyone
- Nobody can guarantee a visa. Only the government of the country you apply to decides.
- UK employers must not charge you for a Certificate of Sponsorship.
- German missions say you don't need an agent to get a visa appointment.
- Check any adviser or recruitment agent on an official register before you pay.