Practical guide — Family reunification with a Belgian citizen (Art. 40ter) 2026 (English)

14,99 €

Are you the spouse, registered partner or minor child of a Belgian citizen and wish to settle in Belgium? This guide walks you through the Art. 40ter family reunification procedure, step by step.

This guide covers:

— Who can apply (spouse, registered partner, minor children, adult disabled children)

— Conditions the Belgian citizen must meet (income, housing, health insurance)

— Documents required for the applicant and the Belgian sponsor

— Path A: applying from abroad (Belgian embassy)

— Path B: applying from within Belgium (municipality + fee €215)

— Deadlines and what to do if refused

✓ Based on 2026 data — Law of 15/12/1980

✓ Written in plain language and accessible format

✓ Immediate download after payment

Are you the spouse, registered partner or minor child of a Belgian citizen and wish to settle in Belgium? This guide walks you through the Art. 40ter family reunification procedure, step by step.

This guide covers:

— Who can apply (spouse, registered partner, minor children, adult disabled children)

— Conditions the Belgian citizen must meet (income, housing, health insurance)

— Documents required for the applicant and the Belgian sponsor

— Path A: applying from abroad (Belgian embassy)

— Path B: applying from within Belgium (municipality + fee €215)

— Deadlines and what to do if refused

✓ Based on 2026 data — Law of 15/12/1980

✓ Written in plain language and accessible format

✓ Immediate download after payment