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Belgium · Study

Student Residence Permit

Processing
4-8 weeks
Cost
From €404
Validity
Duration of the course

Long-stay authorization for non-EU nationals enrolled full-time at a recognized Belgian higher education institution.

Requirements

  • Enrollment or admission to a recognized Belgian institution
  • Proof of sufficient means of support (annually indexed reference amount)
  • Medical certificate and, for some nationalities, a criminal record certificate
  • Health insurance covering the study period

Time and cost

Processing time
4-8 weeks after enrollment
Validity
Duration of the course (renewed annually)
Cost

From €404

Required

  • About €224 contribution fee
  • About €180 D-visa handling fee
Path to residency
Study time counts partially; graduates who secure qualified work can transition to a single permit

Documents

  • Valid passport

    Valid for the study period

  • Admission / enrollment letter

    From the Belgian institution

  • Proof of financial means

    Bank statements, scholarship or sponsor declaration

  • Medical certificate

    From an approved doctor

  • Health insurance

    Valid in Belgium for the study period

Tips

  • Students may work up to 20 hours per week during term
  • Register with the local commune within 8 days of arrival
  • Graduates can apply for a job-search year to find qualified work