U.S. Citizens don’t need to obtain a Belgium visa when travelling to Belgium for up to 90 days for tourism and business purposes. However, US nationals are required to hold a US passport, which should be valid for at least 3 months beyond the period of their stay in Belgium.

Can a US citizen retire in Belgium?

Those looking to retire to Belgium from a non-EU/EFTA country will need to apply for a Category D long-stay visa from the Belgian embassy or consulate in their home country. In order to retire to Belgium, you will need to show that you are able to support yourself without working.

Does Belgium have a tax treaty with the US?

The US – Belgium tax treaty was signed in 2006, replacing a previous treaty signed in 1970. The purpose of the treaty is to prevent double taxation for Americans living in Belgium and Belgians living in the US, however it doesn’t prevent US citizens living in Belgium from having to file US taxes.

Does Belgium tax foreign income?

Foreign-source income is exempt from tax in Belgium, but other taxable income is taxed at the rate that would apply to all taxable income if the foreign-source income were included in taxable income. Belgium has entered into double tax treaties with 90 countries.

Does Belgium accept Americans?

Are U.S. citizens permitted to enter? Yes. According to the Embassy of Belgium in the United States, U.S. residents may travel from the United States to Belgium without an Essential Travel Certificate. International commercial flight options currently exist for U.S. citizens in Belgium to return to the United States.

How hard is it to immigrate to Belgium?

It may be quite difficult to obtain a residence permit in Belgium, due to the strict immigration policies, in contrast with other European countries. If one is a non-EU citizen, in order to stay in Belgium for more than 3 months, he or she needs a temporary residence permit, resident card or retired residence permit.

Can an American move to Belgium?

There is one application form for short-term visas (up to 90 days) and one for long-term visas. In addition to your valid passport, several supporting documents are required, depending on the purpose of your stay. Non-EU foreigners moving to Belgium need a long-term visa.

Why are Belgian taxes so high?

The reason is very simple: because the government spend a huge amount of money on useless things and there’s also a lot of corruption and fraud. 1. They make buildings worth millions in small towns (Google for example “Gare Mons” or “Gare Liege”).

Why is Brussels considered an age friendly city?

Brussels was the first city in Belgium to be named a World Health Organization Age-friendly City. Brussels invites senior citizens from around the world to come and discover the city’s cultural treasures. Senior citizens living in the Region also have access to a very diverse programme of activities.

Do you have to be a Belgian citizen to live in Belgium?

If your spouse is a Belgium citizen or permanent resident of Belgium, you are probably eligible for residency. Marriage to a Belgian citizen does not have a direct influence on your nationality. Please note that your status of spouse needs to be legally recognised in this country.

Where can I find list of senior citizens in Brussels?

A few examples: Ganshoren (FR/NL), City of Brussels and Forest (FR/NL). Bruxelles Social en ligne (FR/NL) publishes a list of all senior citizens clubs in the Region. You can also search by sector (choose “Senior”), and filter the results by language and commune. Like most cultural matters, activities for senior citizens are also language-specific.

Are there any special benefits for over 65s in Brussels?

In Brussels, the over-65s can use all tram, bus and metro services at a low price. On the STIB network (except the NATO-Brussels Airport stretch of services 12 and 21) with the 65+ season ticket, on the TEC network with the ‘Horizon+65+’ season ticket (FR) and on the network of De Lijn with the ‘Omnipas 65+’ pass.