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<http://schema.org/articleBody> " <div class=\"paragraph paragraph--type--table-of-contents paragraph--view-mode--full\">\n \n <nav class=\"table-of-contents\" aria-labelledby=\"table-of-contents-header\">\n <div class=\"content-container\">\n <h4 id=\"table-of-contents-header\">On this page</h4>\n\n <ul class=\"three-column\">\n <li><a href=\"/en/lod/infopages#what-is-it-about\">What is it about?</a></li>\n <li><a href=\"/en/lod/infopages#what-are-the-conditions\">What are the conditions?</a></li>\n <li><a href=\"/en/lod/infopages#how-much-does-it-cost\">How much does it cost?</a></li>\n <li><a href=\"/en/lod/infopages#what-are-the-steps\">What are the steps?</a></li>\n <li><a href=\"/en/lod/infopages#are-there-exceptions\">Are there exceptions?</a></li>\n </ul>\n\n </div>\n </nav>\n\n </div>\n\n <div class=\"paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full\">\n \n\n\n <h2>What is it about?<a class=\"ck-anchor\" id=\"what-is-it-about\"></a></h2><p>If you have a temporary residence card, you can apply for permanent residence after 5 years. The conditions vary depending on the type of residence card.</p>\n \n </div>\n\n <div class=\"paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full\">\n \n\n\n <h2>What are the conditions?<a class=\"ck-anchor\" id=\"what-are-the-conditions\"></a></h2><p>These conditions always apply:</p><ul><li>You have a <strong>valid residence card</strong>.</li><li>You have <strong>5 years of uninterrupted residence</strong>.</li></ul><p>If you are a recognised refugee or have subsidiary protection status, you can apply for permanent residence 5 years after submitting your asylum application.</p>\n \n </div>\n\n <div class=\"paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full\">\n \n\n\n <h2>How much does it cost?<a class=\"ck-anchor\" id=\"how-much-does-it-cost\"></a></h2><p>The <strong>application </strong>itself is <strong>free</strong>.</p><p>For the <strong>residence card</strong>, you pay</p><table><tbody><tr><td>Standard procedure</td><td>30 euro</td></tr><tr><td>Residence card for children under 12</td><td>9 euro</td></tr><tr><td>Urgent procedure</td><td>133 euro</td></tr></tbody></table><p>If you apply for more than one residence card in the urgent procedure for children under 12 who live at your address, you pay \u20AC110 from the second card onwards.</p><p>Preferred payment method: contactless.</p>\n \n </div>\n\n <div class=\"paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full\">\n \n\n\n <h2>What are the steps?<a class=\"ck-anchor\" id=\"what-are-the-steps\"></a></h2><h3>Applying for a B, K, L or F+ card</h3><ul><li>Submit your application <a href=\"https://formulieren.stad.gent/productie4.2/formulier/en-GB/DefaultEnvironment/scOnbeperktverblijf.aspx\">online</a>.</li><li>You will receive an email confirming your application once it has been processed. This email includes your <a href=\"https://www.vreemdelingenrecht.be/sites/default/files/media/files/2023-07/Bijlage%2016_Aanvraag%20om%20machtiging%20tot%20vestiging%20of%20tot%20het%20bekomen%20van%20de%20status%20van%20langdurig%20ingezetene.pdf\">Annex 16</a> or <a href=\"https://www.vreemdelingenrecht.be/sites/default/files/media/files/2023-07/Bijlage%2022_Aanvraag%20om%20duurzaam%20verblijf.pdf\">Annex 2</a>2.</li><li>The processing time at the Immigration Office is approximately 2 months for a B card or 5 months for an F+, L or K card</li><li>If your application is approved, you will receive an invitation by email to request your residence card. Follow the link in the email to book an appointment.</li><li>Collect your residence card from the location where you applied.<br>No appointment is needed, except at <a href=\"https://gent.mijnafspraakmaken.be/?product=937\">Wijkkantoor Rabot</a>.<br>Don\u2019t forget your <strong>codes</strong>!</li></ul><p>If you cannot apply online, book an <a href=\"https://gent.mijnafspraakmaken.be/?product=1466\">appointment </a>at Migration.</p><h3>Applying for an EU+ or M long-term residence card</h3><ul><li>Book an <a href=\"https://gent.mijnafspraakmaken.be/?product=1466\">appointment </a>at Migration.</li><li>You will receive proof of application (<a href=\"https://www.vreemdelingenrecht.be/sites/default/files/media/files/2023-07/Bijlage%2022_Aanvraag%20om%20duurzaam%20verblijf.pdf\">Annex 22</a>).</li><li>Your new residence card will be requested at the same time.</li><li>Collect your residence card from the location where you applied.<br>No appointment is needed, except at <a href=\"https://gent.mijnafspraakmaken.be/?product=937\">Wijkkantoor Rabot</a>.<br>Don\u2019t forget your <strong>codes</strong>!</li></ul>\n \n </div>\n\n <div class=\"paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full\">\n \n\n\n <h2>Are there exceptions?<a class=\"ck-anchor\" id=\"are-there-exceptions\"></a></h2><p>You are <strong>not</strong> required to apply for an EU+, B, M (long-term residence), K or L card.<br>However, applying for an F+ card <strong>is mandatory</strong>. If you do not apply, you may receive a fine.</p><p><strong>Students</strong> are not eligible for permanent residence. If you have a different residence status after your studies, contact <a href=\"https://stad.gent/nl/openingsuren-adressen/dienst-burgerzaken-infopunt-migratie\">Infopunt Migratie</a>.</p>\n \n </div>\n\n\n \n <h2>Frequently asked questions</h2>\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n<dl class=\"accordion\">\n <div property=\"mainEntity\" typeof=\"Question\">\n <dt class=\"faqfield-question\" property=\"name\">\n <h3>\n <button class=\"accordion--button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--13--1\">\n Which register will I be enrolled in?\n </button>\n </h3>\n </dt>\n <dd class=\"faqfield-answer\" property=\"acceptedAnswer\" typeof=\"Answer\">\n <div class=\"accordion--content\" id=\"accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--13--1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" hidden=\"hidden\" property=\"text\">\n <p>You will be registered in the population register, except if you switch to a B card\u2014then you remain in the foreigners' register.</p>\n </div>\n </dd>\n </div>\n <div property=\"mainEntity\" typeof=\"Question\">\n <dt class=\"faqfield-question\" property=\"name\">\n <h3>\n <button class=\"accordion--button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--13--2\">\n How long can I stay abroad?\n </button>\n </h3>\n </dt>\n <dd class=\"faqfield-answer\" property=\"acceptedAnswer\" typeof=\"Answer\">\n <div class=\"accordion--content\" id=\"accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--13--2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" hidden=\"hidden\" property=\"text\">\n <p>The duration depends on your residence status.</p><p><a href=\"https://stad.gent/en/migration/traveling-leaving-and-returning/reporting-your-departure-belgium\">Read more on this page</a></p>\n </div>\n </dd>\n </div>\n <div property=\"mainEntity\" typeof=\"Question\">\n <dt class=\"faqfield-question\" property=\"name\">\n <h3>\n <button class=\"accordion--button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--13--3\">\n Can I lose my permanent residence rights?\n </button>\n </h3>\n </dt>\n <dd class=\"faqfield-answer\" property=\"acceptedAnswer\" typeof=\"Answer\">\n <div class=\"accordion--content\" id=\"accordion--multiple--content--faqitem--13--3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" hidden=\"hidden\" property=\"text\">\n <p>Yes, you can lose your permanent residence rights for the following reasons:</p><ul><li>If you leave Belgium for more than the allowed period depending on your residence rights.</li><li>For serious public order or national security reasons.</li><li>If you committed fraud to obtain your residence rights.</li></ul>\n </div>\n </dd>\n </div>\n </dl>\n\n \n\n <div class=\"paragraph paragraph--type--call-to-action paragraph--view-mode--full cta-block image-none link\">\n \n <div class=\"cta-block__content\">\n <div class=\"feature-block secondary\">\n <h2>Complete the form</h2>\n\n \n \n <ul class=\"links\">\n <li>\n <a href=\"https://formulieren.stad.gent/productie4.2/formulier/en-GB/DefaultEnvironment/scOnbeperktverblijf.aspx\" class=\"button button-secondary\">when applying for a B-, K-, L- or F+ card</a>\n \n </li>\n <li>\n <a href=\"https://gent.mijnafspraakmaken/?product=1466\" class=\"standalone-link\">Book an appointment when applying for an EU+ or M long-term residence card</a>\n \n </li>\n </ul>\n </div>\n </div>\n </div>\n" ;
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