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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-do-you-need\">What do you need?</a></li>\n <li><a href=\"/en/lod/infopages#explore-your-options-if-you-do-not-have-a-type-d-visa\">Explore your options if you do not have a type D visa</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 are staying in Belgium for more than 3 months, you must apply for registration at the local municipality.</p><p>You will then receive an <a href=\"https://www.vreemdelingenrecht.be/verblijfsdocumenten/elektronische-verblijfskaarten#block-a-kaart\">A card</a>.</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><div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"><div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+&]:mt-5\"><div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"><div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"><ul><li>You are a non-EU citizen.</li><li>You are staying at the address of a person living in Ghent.<br>If you do not have a fixed address for at least 1 month, the registration process will be postponed until you stay at the same address for more than 1 month.</li><li>It is preferable to apply for a visa D at the <a href=\"https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/embassies-and-consulates\">competent diplomatic post</a> before coming to Belgium or you have legal residence in Belgium.<br><span>If you are here without a legal stay or have come to Belgium with a visa C, you cannot use this procedure.</span></li></ul></div></div></div></div>\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>Did you come to Belgium with a <strong>visa D</strong>? Starting your application is <strong>free of charge</strong>.</p><p>If you arrived in another way, you will usually need to pay a <a href=\"https://dofi.ibz.be/en/themes/faq/contribution-fee\"><strong>contribution fee</strong></a>.</p><p><strong>Fee for the orange card:</strong></p><p>16 euro</p><p><strong>Fees for the residence card:</strong></p><table><tbody><tr><td>Standard procedure</td><td>30 euro</td></tr><tr><td>Residence card for a child 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 residence cards in the urgent procedure for more than one child under 12 living at your address <strong>at the same time</strong>, the fee for the second card and any additional cards is <strong>110 euro</strong>.</p><p>Preferably pay contactless.</p>\n \n </div>\n\n <div class=\"paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--full\">\n \n\n\n <h2>What do I need?<a class=\"ck-anchor\" id=\"what-do-you-need\"></a></h2><p><strong>If you have a visa D</strong>:</p><ul><li>Your passport</li></ul><p><strong>If you do not have a visa D</strong>:</p><ul><li>See below</li></ul>\n \n </div>\n\n\n\n\n\n \n <div class=\"programme-slot\" role=\"listitem\">\n <dt class=\"programme-slot-title\">\n <h2>\n\n\n Explore your options if you do not have a type D visa\n </h2>\n </dt>\n \n <dd>\n <div class=\"grid-wrapper\">\n <ul class=\"grid-3\">\n \n\n \n<li>\n <!-- Modal -->\n <section id=\"205819\" class=\"modal programme-detail\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n <div class=\"modal-inner\">\n <div class=\"modal-header\">\n <button class=\"button button-secondary close icon-cross modal-close\"\n data-target=\"205819\">\n <span>Close</span>\n </button>\n </div>\n <div class=\"modal-content\">\n <h3>\n\n\n You are married\n </h3>\n\n \n <div class=\"image-gallery--wrapper single image-gallery--secondary\">\n \n\n\n\n <div class=\"image-gallery js-lightbox\">\n \n \n\n\n <picture>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=8GfdbtHZ 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=BwZjQvhz 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 1680px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=8GfdbtHZ 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=BwZjQvhz 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 960px) and (max-width: 1679.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=iJCdNx24 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm_x2/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=WCzlMC61 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 959.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"445\" height=\"279\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=-EvSLJIU 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs_x2/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=i1tTRxqp 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 576px) and (max-width: 767.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"350\" height=\"219\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=8GfdbtHZ 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=BwZjQvhz 2x\" media=\"all and (max-width: 575.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1150\" height=\"720\" src=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=BwZjQvhz\" alt=\"Een huwelijk in de tuin van de Sint-Pietersabdij\" title=\"Een huwelijk in de tuin van de Sint-Pietersabdij\" />\n\n </picture>\n\n\n \n\n \n </div>\n \n </div>\n\n \n\n\n <ul><li>Your passport</li><li>Your proof of payment of the administrative fee or exemption certificate</li><li>Proof of legal residence</li><li>Copy of the residence card of the person living in Belgium</li><li>Proof of <a href=\"https://dofi.ibz.be/en/stable-regular-and-adequate-means-subsistence\">sufficient financial means</a></li><li>Copy of the rental contract with proof of registration or a copy of the notarial deed of ownership</li><li>Proof of health insurance</li><li><a href=\"https://dofi.ibz.be/sites/default/files/2022-04/Medical%20Certificate.pdf\">Medical certificate</a> of the applicant</li><li>Extract from your criminal record<ul><li>Translated into Dutch, French, German, or English</li><li><a href=\"https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/legalisation-documents/search-criteria-legalisation\">legalised or with an apostille</a>, if required</li><li>Not older than 6 months</li></ul></li><li>Your marriage certificate<ul><li>Translated into Dutch, French, German, or English</li><li><a href=\"https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/legalisation-documents/search-criteria-legalisation\">legalised or with an apostille</a>, if required</li></ul></li></ul>\n \n\n \n </div>\n </div>\n <div class=\"modal-overlay modal-close\" data-target=\"205819\"></div>\n </section>\n <!-- /Modal -->\n\n <!-- Teaser -->\n <div class=\"teaser teaser--background\">\n <article class=\"teaser-content\">\n <div class=\"content__second\">\n <h3 class=\"bg-none h4\" id=\"uid_205819\"><span>\n\n\n You are married\n </span></h3>\n\n <p></p>\n\n <a href=\"#205819\"\n class=\"read-more standalone-link\">More info\n <span class=\"visually-hidden\">\n about \n\n\n You are married\n \n </span>\n </a>\n </div>\n\n <div class=\"content__first\">\n <div class=\"figure-wrapper\">\n <figure>\n <div class=\"image-wrapper\" data-ratio=\"8:5\">\n \n \n\n\n <picture>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=8GfdbtHZ 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=BwZjQvhz 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 1680px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=8GfdbtHZ 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=BwZjQvhz 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 960px) and (max-width: 1679.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=iJCdNx24 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm_x2/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=WCzlMC61 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 959.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"445\" height=\"279\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=-EvSLJIU 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs_x2/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=i1tTRxqp 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 576px) and (max-width: 767.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"350\" height=\"219\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=8GfdbtHZ 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=BwZjQvhz 2x\" media=\"all and (max-width: 575.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1150\" height=\"720\" src=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/521845-279099116_3079235909006873_4515867702594625198_n-0cd66c-original-1705932665.jpg?itok=BwZjQvhz\" alt=\"Een huwelijk in de tuin van de Sint-Pietersabdij\" title=\"Een huwelijk in de tuin van de Sint-Pietersabdij\" />\n\n </picture>\n\n\n \n\n </div>\n </figure>\n </div>\n </div>\n </article>\n\n <a href=\"#205819\" class=\"teaser-overlay-link\"\n tabindex=\"-1\"\n aria-hidden=\"true\"\n aria-expanded=\"false\"\n aria-controls=\"205819\">\n\n\n You are married\n </a>\n </div>\n <!-- /Teaser -->\n</li>\n\n \n<li>\n <!-- Modal -->\n <section id=\"205822\" class=\"modal programme-detail\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n <div class=\"modal-inner\">\n <div class=\"modal-header\">\n <button class=\"button button-secondary close icon-cross modal-close\"\n data-target=\"205822\">\n <span>Close</span>\n </button>\n </div>\n <div class=\"modal-content\">\n <h3>\n\n\n You are legally cohabitating\n </h3>\n\n \n <div class=\"image-gallery--wrapper single image-gallery--secondary\">\n \n\n\n\n <div class=\"image-gallery js-lightbox\">\n \n \n\n\n <picture>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=asCW2wFa 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=mQtDL3XX 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 1680px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=asCW2wFa 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=mQtDL3XX 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 960px) and (max-width: 1679.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=VExd2-es 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm_x2/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=ESnpb0k7 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 959.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"445\" height=\"279\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=5Rc539Eu 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs_x2/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=mUt6acK0 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 576px) and (max-width: 767.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"350\" height=\"219\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=asCW2wFa 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=mQtDL3XX 2x\" media=\"all and (max-width: 575.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1150\" height=\"720\" src=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=mQtDL3XX\" alt=\"Ondertekening van een wettelijke samenwoonst\" />\n\n </picture>\n\n\n \n\n \n </div>\n \n </div>\n\n \n\n\n <ul><li>Your passport</li><li>Your proof of payment of the administrative fee or exemption certificate</li><li>Proof of legal residence</li><li>Copy of the residence card of the person living in Belgium</li><li>Proof of <a href=\"https://dofi.ibz.be/en/stable-regular-and-adequate-means-subsistence\">sufficient financial means</a></li><li>Copy of the rental contract with proof of registration or a copy of the notarial deed of ownership</li><li>Proof of health insurance</li><li><a href=\"https://dofi.ibz.be/sites/default/files/2022-04/Medical%20Certificate.pdf\">Medical certificate</a> of the applicant</li><li>Extract from your criminal record<ul><li>Translated into Dutch, French, German, or English</li><li><a href=\"https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/legalisation-documents/search-criteria-legalisation\">legalised or with an apostille</a>, if required</li><li>Not older than 6 months</li></ul></li><li>Proof of registration for legal cohabitation</li><li>Proof of a stable and long-term relationship: 1 year of effective cohabitation, knowing each other for 2 years, or having a child together</li></ul>\n \n\n \n </div>\n </div>\n <div class=\"modal-overlay modal-close\" data-target=\"205822\"></div>\n </section>\n <!-- /Modal -->\n\n <!-- Teaser -->\n <div class=\"teaser teaser--background\">\n <article class=\"teaser-content\">\n <div class=\"content__second\">\n <h3 class=\"bg-none h4\" id=\"uid_205822\"><span>\n\n\n You are legally cohabitating\n </span></h3>\n\n <p></p>\n\n <a href=\"#205822\"\n class=\"read-more standalone-link\">More info\n <span class=\"visually-hidden\">\n about \n\n\n You are legally cohabitating\n \n </span>\n </a>\n </div>\n\n <div class=\"content__first\">\n <div class=\"figure-wrapper\">\n <figure>\n <div class=\"image-wrapper\" data-ratio=\"8:5\">\n \n \n\n\n <picture>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=asCW2wFa 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=mQtDL3XX 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 1680px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=asCW2wFa 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=mQtDL3XX 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 960px) and (max-width: 1679.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=VExd2-es 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm_x2/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=ESnpb0k7 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 959.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"445\" height=\"279\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=5Rc539Eu 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs_x2/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=mUt6acK0 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 576px) and (max-width: 767.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"350\" height=\"219\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=asCW2wFa 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=mQtDL3XX 2x\" media=\"all and (max-width: 575.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1150\" height=\"720\" src=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-a-darmel-7641842.jpg?itok=mQtDL3XX\" alt=\"Ondertekening van een wettelijke samenwoonst\" />\n\n </picture>\n\n\n \n\n </div>\n </figure>\n </div>\n </div>\n </article>\n\n <a href=\"#205822\" class=\"teaser-overlay-link\"\n tabindex=\"-1\"\n aria-hidden=\"true\"\n aria-expanded=\"false\"\n aria-controls=\"205822\">\n\n\n You are legally cohabitating\n </a>\n </div>\n <!-- /Teaser -->\n</li>\n\n \n<li>\n <!-- Modal -->\n <section id=\"205825\" class=\"modal programme-detail\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n <div class=\"modal-inner\">\n <div class=\"modal-header\">\n <button class=\"button button-secondary close icon-cross modal-close\"\n data-target=\"205825\">\n <span>Close</span>\n </button>\n </div>\n <div class=\"modal-content\">\n <h3>\n\n\n You are under 18 years old\n </h3>\n\n \n <div class=\"image-gallery--wrapper single image-gallery--secondary\">\n \n\n\n\n <div class=\"image-gallery js-lightbox\">\n \n \n\n\n <picture>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=poehC1Ya 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=7tq2bFJN 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 1680px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=poehC1Ya 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=7tq2bFJN 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 960px) and (max-width: 1679.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=Ov1GmXp0 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm_x2/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=7jNOj6Hu 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 959.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"445\" height=\"279\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=5CepOO2S 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs_x2/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=kHB7Kzkj 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 576px) and (max-width: 767.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"350\" height=\"219\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=poehC1Ya 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=7tq2bFJN 2x\" media=\"all and (max-width: 575.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1150\" height=\"720\" src=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=7tq2bFJN\" alt=\"Foto van een minderjarig kind\" />\n\n </picture>\n\n\n \n\n \n </div>\n \n </div>\n\n \n\n\n <ul><li>Your passport</li><li>Proof of legal residence</li><li>Copy of the residence card of the person living in Belgium</li><li>Proof of <a href=\"https://dofi.ibz.be/en/stable-regular-and-adequate-means-subsistence\">sufficient financial means</a></li><li>Copy of the rental contract with proof of registration or a copy of the notarial deed of ownership</li><li>Proof of health insurance</li><li><a href=\"https://dofi.ibz.be/sites/default/files/2022-04/Medical%20Certificate.pdf\">Medical certificate</a> of the applicant</li><li>Your birth certificate<ul><li>translated into Dutch, French, German, or English</li><li><a href=\"https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/legalisation-documents/search-criteria-legalisation\">legalised or with an apostille</a>, if required</li></ul></li><li>Proof of custody rights and parental authority: if custody is shared, also include consent from the absent parent</li><li>If of marriageable age: proof of unmarried status<ul><li>Translated into Dutch, French, German, or English</li><li><a href=\"https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/legalisation-documents/search-criteria-legalisation\">legalised or with an apostille</a>, if required</li><li>Not older than 6 months</li></ul></li></ul>\n \n\n \n </div>\n </div>\n <div class=\"modal-overlay modal-close\" data-target=\"205825\"></div>\n </section>\n <!-- /Modal -->\n\n <!-- Teaser -->\n <div class=\"teaser teaser--background\">\n <article class=\"teaser-content\">\n <div class=\"content__second\">\n <h3 class=\"bg-none h4\" id=\"uid_205825\"><span>\n\n\n You are under 18 years old\n </span></h3>\n\n <p></p>\n\n <a href=\"#205825\"\n class=\"read-more standalone-link\">More info\n <span class=\"visually-hidden\">\n about \n\n\n You are under 18 years old\n \n </span>\n </a>\n </div>\n\n <div class=\"content__first\">\n <div class=\"figure-wrapper\">\n <figure>\n <div class=\"image-wrapper\" data-ratio=\"8:5\">\n \n \n\n\n <picture>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=poehC1Ya 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=7tq2bFJN 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 1680px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=poehC1Ya 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=7tq2bFJN 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 960px) and (max-width: 1679.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=Ov1GmXp0 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm_x2/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=7jNOj6Hu 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 959.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"445\" height=\"279\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=5CepOO2S 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs_x2/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=kHB7Kzkj 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 576px) and (max-width: 767.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"350\" height=\"219\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=poehC1Ya 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=7tq2bFJN 2x\" media=\"all and (max-width: 575.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1150\" height=\"720\" src=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-borishamer-29247752.jpg?itok=7tq2bFJN\" alt=\"Foto van een minderjarig kind\" />\n\n </picture>\n\n\n \n\n </div>\n </figure>\n </div>\n </div>\n </article>\n\n <a href=\"#205825\" class=\"teaser-overlay-link\"\n tabindex=\"-1\"\n aria-hidden=\"true\"\n aria-expanded=\"false\"\n aria-controls=\"205825\">\n\n\n You are under 18 years old\n </a>\n </div>\n <!-- /Teaser -->\n</li>\n\n \n<li>\n <!-- Modal -->\n <section id=\"205828\" class=\"modal programme-detail\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n <div class=\"modal-inner\">\n <div class=\"modal-header\">\n <button class=\"button button-secondary close icon-cross modal-close\"\n data-target=\"205828\">\n <span>Close</span>\n </button>\n </div>\n <div class=\"modal-content\">\n <h3>\n\n\n You are over 18 years old\n </h3>\n\n \n <div class=\"image-gallery--wrapper single image-gallery--secondary\">\n \n\n\n\n <div class=\"image-gallery js-lightbox\">\n \n \n\n\n <picture>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=H0kcE3En 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=6nMEUKOt 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 1680px)\" type=\"image/png\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=H0kcE3En 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=6nMEUKOt 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 960px) and (max-width: 1679.9px)\" type=\"image/png\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=jy0jdw-n 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm_x2/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=WknHMQg1 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 959.9px)\" type=\"image/png\" width=\"445\" height=\"279\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=xwWiB2Xm 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs_x2/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=gEtDJz8p 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 576px) and (max-width: 767.9px)\" type=\"image/png\" width=\"350\" height=\"219\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=H0kcE3En 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=6nMEUKOt 2x\" media=\"all and (max-width: 575.9px)\" type=\"image/png\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1150\" height=\"720\" src=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=6nMEUKOt\" alt=\"Globelink inspiratieavonden voor jongeren\" />\n\n </picture>\n\n\n \n\n \n </div>\n \n </div>\n\n \n\n\n <ul><li>Your passport</li><li>Proof of legal residence</li><li>Copy of the residence card of the person living in Belgium</li><li>Proof of <a href=\"https://dofi.ibz.be/en/stable-regular-and-adequate-means-subsistence\">sufficient financial means</a></li><li>Copy of the rental contract with proof of registration or a copy of the notarial deed of ownership</li><li>Proof of health insurance</li><li><a href=\"https://dofi.ibz.be/sites/default/files/2022-04/Medical%20Certificate.pdf\">Medical certificate</a> of the applicant</li><li>Extract from your criminal record<ul><li>Translated into Dutch, French, German, or English</li><li><a href=\"https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/legalisation-documents/search-criteria-legalisation\">legalised or with an apostille</a>, if required</li><li>Not older than 6 months</li></ul></li><li>Your birth certificate<ul><li>translated into Dutch, French, German, or English</li><li><a href=\"https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/legalisation-documents/search-criteria-legalisation\">legalised or with an apostille</a>, if required</li></ul></li><li>Proof of unmarried status<ul><li>Translated into Dutch, French, German, or English</li><li><a href=\"https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/legalisation-documents/search-criteria-legalisation\">legalised or with an apostille</a>, if required</li><li>Not older than 6 months</li></ul></li><li>Certificate from doctor stating that the applicant \u201Cis not able to be self-supporting due to a disability\u201D</li></ul>\n \n\n \n </div>\n </div>\n <div class=\"modal-overlay modal-close\" data-target=\"205828\"></div>\n </section>\n <!-- /Modal -->\n\n <!-- Teaser -->\n <div class=\"teaser teaser--background\">\n <article class=\"teaser-content\">\n <div class=\"content__second\">\n <h3 class=\"bg-none h4\" id=\"uid_205828\"><span>\n\n\n You are over 18 years old\n </span></h3>\n\n <p></p>\n\n <a href=\"#205828\"\n class=\"read-more standalone-link\">More info\n <span class=\"visually-hidden\">\n about \n\n\n You are over 18 years old\n \n </span>\n </a>\n </div>\n\n <div class=\"content__first\">\n <div class=\"figure-wrapper\">\n <figure>\n <div class=\"image-wrapper\" data-ratio=\"8:5\">\n \n \n\n\n <picture>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=H0kcE3En 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=6nMEUKOt 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 1680px)\" type=\"image/png\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=H0kcE3En 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=6nMEUKOt 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 960px) and (max-width: 1679.9px)\" type=\"image/png\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=jy0jdw-n 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm_x2/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=WknHMQg1 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 959.9px)\" type=\"image/png\" width=\"445\" height=\"279\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=xwWiB2Xm 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs_x2/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=gEtDJz8p 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 576px) and (max-width: 767.9px)\" type=\"image/png\" width=\"350\" height=\"219\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=H0kcE3En 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=6nMEUKOt 2x\" media=\"all and (max-width: 575.9px)\" type=\"image/png\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1150\" height=\"720\" src=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/Globelink%20inspiratieavonden%20voor%20jongeren.png?itok=6nMEUKOt\" alt=\"Globelink inspiratieavonden voor jongeren\" />\n\n </picture>\n\n\n \n\n </div>\n </figure>\n </div>\n </div>\n </article>\n\n <a href=\"#205828\" class=\"teaser-overlay-link\"\n tabindex=\"-1\"\n aria-hidden=\"true\"\n aria-expanded=\"false\"\n aria-controls=\"205828\">\n\n\n You are over 18 years old\n </a>\n </div>\n <!-- /Teaser -->\n</li>\n\n \n<li>\n <!-- Modal -->\n <section id=\"205834\" class=\"modal programme-detail\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n <div class=\"modal-inner\">\n <div class=\"modal-header\">\n <button class=\"button button-secondary close icon-cross modal-close\"\n data-target=\"205834\">\n <span>Close</span>\n </button>\n </div>\n <div class=\"modal-content\">\n <h3>\n\n\n You are a parent of a minor refugee or beneficiary of subsidiary protection\n </h3>\n\n \n <div class=\"image-gallery--wrapper single image-gallery--secondary\">\n \n\n\n\n <div class=\"image-gallery js-lightbox\">\n \n \n\n\n <picture>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=y4lTM6jo 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=NsCt_NL7 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 1680px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=y4lTM6jo 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=NsCt_NL7 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 960px) and (max-width: 1679.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=E-6QqYBJ 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm_x2/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=nkxZpLGI 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 959.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"445\" height=\"279\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=ulWvowrB 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_xs_x2/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=eZ4kt96G 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 576px) and (max-width: 767.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"350\" height=\"219\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=y4lTM6jo 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=NsCt_NL7 2x\" media=\"all and (max-width: 575.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1150\" height=\"720\" src=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=NsCt_NL7\" alt=\"Ouders en kind\" />\n\n </picture>\n\n\n \n\n \n </div>\n \n </div>\n\n \n\n\n <ul><li>Your child must be a minor and unmarried at the time you apply for family reunification</li><li>You must have already formed a family with your child while living in your country of origin</li><li>Passport of your child</li><li>Birth certificate of your child<ul><li>translated into Dutch, French, German, or English</li><li><a href=\"https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/legalisation-documents/search-criteria-legalisation\">legalised or with an apostille</a>, if required</li></ul></li><li>Proof of legal residence of your child</li><li><a href=\"https://dofi.ibz.be/sites/default/files/2022-04/Medical%20Certificate.pdf\">Medical certificate</a> of your child</li><li>Extract from your child's criminal record<ul><li>translated into Dutch, French, German, or English</li><li><a href=\"https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/legalisation-documents/search-criteria-legalisation\">legalised or with an apostille</a>, if required</li><li>No older than 6 months</li></ul></li></ul><p>If your child is an unaccompanied minor refugee or beneficiary of subsidiary protection, you must also provide proof that your child has legal residence in Belgium.</p>\n \n\n \n </div>\n </div>\n <div class=\"modal-overlay modal-close\" data-target=\"205834\"></div>\n </section>\n <!-- /Modal -->\n\n <!-- Teaser -->\n <div class=\"teaser teaser--background\">\n <article class=\"teaser-content\">\n <div class=\"content__second\">\n <h3 class=\"bg-none h4\" id=\"uid_205834\"><span>\n\n\n You are a parent of a minor refugee or beneficiary of subsidiary protection\n </span></h3>\n\n <p></p>\n\n <a href=\"#205834\"\n class=\"read-more standalone-link\">More info\n <span class=\"visually-hidden\">\n about \n\n\n You are a parent of a minor refugee or beneficiary of subsidiary protection\n \n </span>\n </a>\n </div>\n\n <div class=\"content__first\">\n <div class=\"figure-wrapper\">\n <figure>\n <div class=\"image-wrapper\" data-ratio=\"8:5\">\n \n \n\n\n <picture>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=y4lTM6jo 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=NsCt_NL7 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 1680px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=y4lTM6jo 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=NsCt_NL7 2x\" media=\"all and (min-width: 960px) and (max-width: 1679.9px)\" type=\"image/jpeg\" width=\"575\" height=\"360\"/>\n <source srcset=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_sm/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=E-6QqYBJ 1x, 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src=\"/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_8_5_m_x2/public/media/images/pexels-olly-3820065.jpg?itok=NsCt_NL7\" alt=\"Ouders en kind\" />\n\n </picture>\n\n\n \n\n </div>\n </figure>\n </div>\n </div>\n </article>\n\n <a href=\"#205834\" class=\"teaser-overlay-link\"\n tabindex=\"-1\"\n aria-hidden=\"true\"\n aria-expanded=\"false\"\n aria-controls=\"205834\">\n\n\n You are a parent of a minor refugee or beneficiary of subsidiary protection\n </a>\n </div>\n <!-- /Teaser -->\n</li>\n\n \n </ul>\n </div>\n </dd>\n </div>\n\n \n\n <div class=\"paragraph paragraph--type--container paragraph--view-mode--full w10-o1\">\n \n \n <h2>What are the steps?</h2>\n \n\n<ul class=\"grid-2\">\n <li> <div class=\"paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--default\">\n \n\n\n <h3>You have a type D visa</h3><ol><li>Register <a href=\"https://formulieren.stad.gent/productie4.2/formulier/en-GB/DefaultEnvironment/scNieuweregistratie.aspx\">online</a> and complete the steps indicated on the form.</li><li>You will receive a confirmation email once we have received your e-form.</li><li>After processing your application and verifying your documents, you can collect an Annex 15. You will receive an email notification for this.</li><li>The <a href=\"https://www.politie.be/5415/contact/je-wijk\">police</a> will conduct an address check.</li><li>You will receive an invitation by email to apply for your residence card. Use the provided link to schedule an appointment for your A card <strong>application</strong>.</li><li>Collect your residence card at the <a href=\"https://stad.gent/nl/openingsuren-adressen/dienst-burgerzaken-afhaalbalie-stadskantoor\">City Office</a> using the codes sent to your home. This process may take 3 to 4 weeks.<br>No appointment is necessary.</li></ol>\n \n </div>\n</li>\n <li> <div class=\"paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--default\">\n \n\n\n <h3>You do not have a type D visa</h3><ol><li>Schedule an <a href=\"https://gent.mijnafspraakmaken.be/56ed26ca/?link=fe90&product=1738\">appointment</a> with Migration.</li><li>Your file will be initiated during your appointment, and you will receive a registration certificate (<a href=\"https://dofi.ibz.be/sites/default/files/2024-08/20240826_Bijlage15Bis_0.pdf\">Annex 15bis</a> or <a href=\"https://dofi.ibz.be/sites/default/files/2024-01/Bijlage%2041bis_2019.pdf\">Annex 41bis</a>).</li><li>The <a href=\"https://www.politie.be/5415/contact/je-wijk\">police</a> will conduct an address check.</li><li>If you haven't received an appointment when starting your application, you will receive an invitation via email to collect your orange card. You can make an appointment through the link in the email</li><li>At your appointment, you will receive an <strong>orange card valid for 9 months</strong> from the start of your file. A second appointment will be scheduled to receive the final decision at the end of the procedure.</li><li>After 9 months you wil know the result of your application at the moment of your appointment.<br>If the result is <strong>positive</strong>, a residence card will be requested.<br>If the result is <strong>negative</strong>, the procedure will be closed.<br>If <strong>no decision</strong> has been made, the orange card will be extended by three months.</li><li>Collect your residence card at the <a href=\"https://stad.gent/nl/openingsuren-adressen/dienst-burgerzaken-afhaalbalie-stadskantoor\">City Office or service centre</a> where you applied, using the codes sent to your home. This process may take 3 to 4 weeks.<br>No appointment is necessary</li></ol>\n \n </div>\n</li>\n </ul>\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--1\">\n How long is my residence card valid?\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--1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" hidden=\"hidden\" property=\"text\">\n <p>The A card is valid for 1 year or limited to the duration of the residence card of the person already living in Belgium.</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--2\">\n Can I renew the A card?\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--2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" hidden=\"hidden\" property=\"text\">\n <p>Yes, but you must meet the requirements. Request the extension <a href=\"https://formulieren.stad.gent/productie4.2/formulier/en-GB/DefaultEnvironment/scDiverseIndieningen.aspx\">online</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--3\">\n When am I allowed to work?\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--3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" hidden=\"hidden\" property=\"text\">\n <p>You can work as soon as you have received your orange card or your Annex 15.</p><p>However, there is 1 exception. If the person you are joining is a non-EU student, you are not allowed to work.</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--4\">\n What should I do if I move?\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--4\" aria-hidden=\"true\" hidden=\"hidden\" property=\"text\">\n <p><a href=\"https://stad.gent/nl/burgerzaken/verhuizen-en-adres/aangifte-van-adreswijziging\">Always report any change of address immediately</a>. Failing to report your move may result in removal from the Foreigners' Register. This removal makes your residence card invalid and can lead to the loss of your right to stay in Belgium.</p><p>Moving abroad, permanent or temporarily, must be reported <a href=\"https://stad.gent/en/migration/traveling-leaving-and-returning/reporting-your-departure-belgium\">online</a>.</p>\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>Do you have any further questions about this procedure?</h2>\n\n \n \n <a href=\"https://stad.gent/nl/openingsuren-adressen/dienst-burgerzaken-infopunt-migratie\" class=\"button button-secondary\"> Contact Infopunt Migratie</a>\n \n </div>\n </div>\n </div>\n" ;
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