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Family Reunification

Lets a non-EU person already living legally in Belgium be joined by close family. Spouses and registered or legal partners (both usually over 21), minor children and certain dependents qualify. You generally have to show stable income, suitable housing and insurance, though some categories (like highly skilled workers and recognised refugees) get exemptions from parts of that.

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Who it's for

Spouses, partners and minor children of a non-EU national who is lawfully resident in Belgium for more than three months or holds permanent residence.

Key requirements

Sponsor holds a qualifying Belgian residence right
Proof of the family relationship (spouse or partner generally both over 21, relationship of at least a year for partners)
Stable, regular and sufficient means of subsistence (presumed met for some categories such as highly skilled workers)
Adequate accommodation and health insurance

How ACME helps

Our licensed advisors assess your eligibility, build a strategy to strengthen your application, and manage the process end to end, so you submit a complete, competitive application with confidence.

Guidance only, not legal advice. ACME is an independent consultancy, not affiliated with any government. Rules change, always confirm details with the official source.