Another Sean
Belgian citizen
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56
About me
Belgian
Speaks English, Flemish/Dutch and Afrikaans.
Registration: 19 March 2011
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Keeping in touch while living in Belgium by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the best ways you've found for keeping in touch with friends and family back home while living in Belgium? How frequently do you stay in touch with loved ones? Are there local equivalents to common instant messaging ...
I use mostly either Skype, Whatsapp or facebook voice to call family in South Africa and various friends all over the world no matter where I am. Belgium and South Africa are in the same time zone during the European summer/South African ... Read More
How do i go about moving to Belgium? by prince boateng
Im totally lost in the wilderness as to how to organise myself to get to Belgium.I really want to come there and work and have a meaningful life since life here in Ghana is very hard and unbearable. If you could help me get a job and also assist me ...
Hi Prince Boateng, While I cannot help you directly, maybe I can offer some advice or suggestions, with a little more information concerning your current situation. Bear in mind this is a public forum, so we don't want to get too personal or ... Read More
Visas and Permits to stay in Belgium as an EU resident by ClaireSto
My boyfriend and I are moving to Belgium in August from the UK, we plan to stay long term (minimum 6 months - 1 year) and as current EU citizens, do we need to apply for any long-term stay visas/permits prior to arriving or getting a job? We have ...
Don't let the rude "trolls" of the internet withhold you from helping those in need of some friendly advice.Don't worry, I'm still around, but I am busy with other things at the moment. Read More
Visas and Permits to stay in Belgium as an EU resident by ClaireSto
My boyfriend and I are moving to Belgium in August from the UK, we plan to stay long term (minimum 6 months - 1 year) and as current EU citizens, do we need to apply for any long-term stay visas/permits prior to arriving or getting a job? We have ...
Clearly someone knows more than I do, I'm out.:) I can relate to that. I am completely off nowadays because each and every answer was countered with zero respect in Belgium/Brussels forum. Still my EUR 0.02. When we stay for long term in a ... Read More
Visas and Permits to stay in Belgium as an EU resident by ClaireSto
My boyfriend and I are moving to Belgium in August from the UK, we plan to stay long term (minimum 6 months - 1 year) and as current EU citizens, do we need to apply for any long-term stay visas/permits prior to arriving or getting a job? We have ...
Clearly someone knows more than I do, I'm out. Read More
Visas and Permits to stay in Belgium as an EU resident by ClaireSto
My boyfriend and I are moving to Belgium in August from the UK, we plan to stay long term (minimum 6 months - 1 year) and as current EU citizens, do we need to apply for any long-term stay visas/permits prior to arriving or getting a job? We have ...
Go visit the British embassy if you like but they might be a bit off with you, it's a ridiculous suggestion, there is no register of Brits living in Belgium or any other country of the world.Would you care to explain this to me ... Read More
Visas and Permits to stay in Belgium as an EU resident by ClaireSto
My boyfriend and I are moving to Belgium in August from the UK, we plan to stay long term (minimum 6 months - 1 year) and as current EU citizens, do we need to apply for any long-term stay visas/permits prior to arriving or getting a job? We have ...
I'd be curious to know how it works out for you. Feel free to come back and post here :-) Read More
Visas and Permits to stay in Belgium as an EU resident by ClaireSto
My boyfriend and I are moving to Belgium in August from the UK, we plan to stay long term (minimum 6 months - 1 year) and as current EU citizens, do we need to apply for any long-term stay visas/permits prior to arriving or getting a job? We have ...
I just edited my previous post. Are you both British citizens? If you are, I would contact Home Office or the embassy in Brussels, before or after you arrive. They should be able to tell you what to do. As you have accommodation with friends, I ... Read More
Visas and Permits to stay in Belgium as an EU resident by ClaireSto
My boyfriend and I are moving to Belgium in August from the UK, we plan to stay long term (minimum 6 months - 1 year) and as current EU citizens, do we need to apply for any long-term stay visas/permits prior to arriving or getting a job? We have ...
In your title you say resident, but in your post you say citizen. There is a big difference in as far as what you can do in the rest of the EU. Add the Schengen agreement which not all EU countries have signed, and yes, things do get a little more ... Read More
Expand your social circle in Belgium by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Belgium means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...
It's been said many times that one of the most important things to learn when moving to any country is the local language, Belgium is no different, and this goes a long way when making new friends. I was somewhat lucky in that I moved here with ... Read More
Is Belgium a good country for living? by Arthur2016
Hello do you guys now if belgium is good country for living let me know please because I want to move to Belgium with my wife and son, thanks
I feel the same as Sean above with the exception that I know I'm here to stay as the woman of my dreams lives here with me.I should have added that I'm only here because the woman (wife) of my dreams is a Belgian...and the beer. ;-) Unless ... Read More
Is Belgium a good country for living? by Arthur2016
Hello do you guys now if belgium is good country for living let me know please because I want to move to Belgium with my wife and son, thanks
Short answer, yes, it is a good place to live. 5 years here and I don't intend leaving. Read More
Dealing with emergency situations in Belgium by Priscilla
Hello everybody, Dealing with unexpected situations abroad can be a very difficult matter. In order to better help expats and soon-to-be expats in Belgium face such tricky situations, we invite you to share your advice and experience. What are ...
and it is EU wide and it's that alone which works from a mobile phone which has no signal - none of the other 3 numbers work unless there is a signal.I believe it is any GSM standard phone without a sim card, but you still need to be within ... Read More
Your new local habits in Belgium by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Belgium is a great way to immerse in a new culture and lifestyle. Have you embraced local customs since you've lived in Belgium? If so, which one(s)? Did local customs change the way you see things, appreciate life ...
Belgium has probably got to be one of the quirkiest countries I have ever had the pleasure of spending time in. Of all the countries I ever thought I'd settle in, Belgium was probably lower on the list, until I met a Belgian girl some 7+ years ... Read More
Adapting to the climate in Belgium by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to Belgium is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Belgium? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...
I have some pics of this miserable Belgian weather when I opened my window this morning...I'm tired of walking around outside in flip-flops and a T-shirt and shorts... This is a link to Flickr, you will be redirected there: (or how can I post ... Read More