Atene
Belgian citizen
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Belgian
Lives in Brussels
Speaks English, French, Italian, Lithuanian
Registration: 04 October 2012
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Moving to Brussels soon! by eduu_u
HI everyone! my name is Eduardo, I'm currently living in London and will move to Brussels around December-January due to work. I haven't sorted out accommodation yet and have no clue what areas to avoid or what areas are the best "value for ...
Sure, it will be fun to meet other fresh expats :D schoolmum, I believe my friends meant the area close to Gare de Nord. Read More
Moving to Brussels soon! by eduu_u
HI everyone! my name is Eduardo, I'm currently living in London and will move to Brussels around December-January due to work. I haven't sorted out accommodation yet and have no clue what areas to avoid or what areas are the best "value for ...
Hi Eduardo! Just like you I will be moving to Brussels soon (in mid-Nov). After long searching and doubts I have finally decided to rent a temporary flat for 2-3 weeks and to start searching for a permanent one upon my arrival since it is really ... Read More
Newcomers FAQs by Atene
As an almost newcomer (will move to Brussels in less than 3 weeks), I would like to get some additional information which might be useful for other expats as well: - Is there any difference in which bank I will open a b.account? I mean any benefits ...
Thank you, guys! MonkeyinEurope, could you please give me at least one address where I could find an official store of Base? I was not able to find the list on their web site, probably I'm blind :D Read More
Newcomers FAQs by Atene
As an almost newcomer (will move to Brussels in less than 3 weeks), I would like to get some additional information which might be useful for other expats as well: - Is there any difference in which bank I will open a b.account? I mean any benefits ...
Well, as far as I see on bnp Scale of charges of 24/10/2012, account opening is free of charge, only handling charges are applied. Could you please precise what do you mean by ATMs? Read More
Newcomers FAQs by Atene
As an almost newcomer (will move to Brussels in less than 3 weeks), I would like to get some additional information which might be useful for other expats as well: - Is there any difference in which bank I will open a b.account? I mean any benefits ...
David, thank you once again! I think I will choose BNP Paribas as my friends have recommended it and I know at least the brand. And will probably go for BASE as GSM for the begining. Read More
Newcomers FAQs by Atene
As an almost newcomer (will move to Brussels in less than 3 weeks), I would like to get some additional information which might be useful for other expats as well: - Is there any difference in which bank I will open a b.account? I mean any benefits ...
David, thank you very much for your reply! Since I'm interested only to open an account and get a simple debit card + (probably) Internet banking option, I will double check the list of the banks which you have provided. One more question regarding ... Read More
Newcomers FAQs
As an almost newcomer (will move to Brussels in less than 3 weeks), I would like to get some additional information which might be useful for other expats as well: - Is there any difference in which bank I will open a b.account? I mean any benefits ... Read More
New in Brussels by KostasM
Hi, I am Kostas from Greece. Arrived in Brussels last week and I d love to meet some people here. I speak English et en peu de francais. kostas
Hello Atene, It would be nice if you could send me the links you've sent to Maria... I.Already did so ;) Read More
Working for UE by Atene
Hi all! Would like to create a new topic dedicated for those who are working/are going to work for EU institutions in Brussels. We could share our experience and give advices, IÂ’m sure it would be useful for most of us :) To start, I would need ...
Thank you Muriel, I will have a look! Maybe this link will be useful to somebody else: http://eur-lex.europa.eu/LexUriServ/LexUriServ.do?uri=CONSLEG:1962R0031:20110101:EN:PDF Read More
Working for UE by Atene
Hi all! Would like to create a new topic dedicated for those who are working/are going to work for EU institutions in Brussels. We could share our experience and give advices, IÂ’m sure it would be useful for most of us :) To start, I would need ...
Does anyone know if the expatriation allowance (16% of basic salary) is paid only once or on monthly basis? :| Read More
Working for UE by Atene
Hi all! Would like to create a new topic dedicated for those who are working/are going to work for EU institutions in Brussels. We could share our experience and give advices, IÂ’m sure it would be useful for most of us :) To start, I would need ...
Thank you, schoolmum, actually I know my approx. future brut salary, so was just willing to know about how much of % will be taken off for social security contributions and other taxes (income tax and a special EU levy). Just want to plan my budget ... Read More
Working for UE
Hi all! Would like to create a new topic dedicated for those who are working/are going to work for EU institutions in Brussels. We could share our experience and give advices, IÂ’m sure it would be useful for most of us :) To start, I would need ... Read More
New in Brussels by KostasM
Hi, I am Kostas from Greece. Arrived in Brussels last week and I d love to meet some people here. I speak English et en peu de francais. kostas
Dear MARIAG85, I PM you a couple of links which I have found by searching for a flat since I'm facing a very similar situation (will arrive to Brussels in Nov for a work). Oh, and hello to Kostas! How is the beginning of your vie bruxelloise? :) Read More
Links to job sites by Sandman6
For all you wannabees. Nice Mr Sandman gives you all these links to trawl through for jobs in the UAE and GCC. Mods: Please make this a ...
Hello guys! I would need some additional information: my bf (structural engineer) is currently looking for a job in UEA and so he started sending his CVs to the companies. One of them has responded that he should re-enter the application through ... Read More
Usual flat renting conditions - help needed by Atene
Hello all, In a month I will be joining your great community since I will start working in Brussels. By the consequence, I'm currently looking for a flat to rent. Could you please explain/give some tips in order to be able recognizing fake ...
thanks again, I totally forgot airbnb.com... Read More