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Belgium Orange Card Delays 2026: Why the 10-Month Wait?

Why is the Orange Card Delayed in 2026? (Brief Summary) Main Causes of Delays: Automated Income Verification via SPF Finances (Cross-checking) Digital Transition to the Working in Belgium (WIB) platform Extended Police Residency Checks (Home visits) Accumulated Application Backlog As a result, actual processing times have increased to 7–10 months, replacing the standard 6-month window. […]

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How Long to Wait for Family Reunification in Belgium (2026): New Deadlines and Rules

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If you are planning a Family Reunification in Belgium in 2026, the latest updates to the migration law might require you to rethink your timeline. Belgian bureaucracy has never been a sprint, but following the reforms that took effect in February 2025, the rules and—more importantly—the processing times have shifted significantly. Many expats are asking:

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New Single Permit Rules in Flanders 2026: Salary Thresholds, Timelines, and Key Changes

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News from April 14, 2026. This is Alex, specialist at the Welcome Belgium portal. 2026 has been a turning point for the Single Permit system in Flanders. The region has fully transitioned to digital application processing, updated salary thresholds, and tightened income controls. If you are planning a relocation or document renewal, it is vital

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EU Blue Card in Belgium 2026: New Minimum Salary Thresholds

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BRUSSELS — April 13, 2026. Belgian authorities have officially updated the annual remuneration thresholds for highly qualified professionals. If you are planning to relocate or renew your status via the EU Blue Card, meeting these new financial criteria is a critical requirement for maintaining your residence permit. According to the Moniteur Belge (Official Gazette) and

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Understanding Belgium's Salary Thresholds

New Salary Thresholds for Belgium Work Permits in 2026

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If your salary in 2026 falls below the new threshold by even a few euros, you risk losing your residence permit. Every year, Belgian authorities revise the minimum compensation levels for foreign specialists. These figures are indexed to the consumer price index and directly influence whether you or your employees will be granted the right

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