Belgium New Family Reunification Income Requirements

Key Points  

• Belgium introduced a new minimum salary requirement for principal permit holders seeking to sponsor dependents through the fast-track family reunification scheme  

Belgium Introduces Income Threshold for Fast-Track Family Visas 

Belgium will now require principal permit holders to earn a minimum of EUR 5,000 gross per month to sponsor dependents through the fast-track family reunification visa. Fast-track applications are processed in 15 days instead of the standard nine-month timeline. 

Exceptions to this rule will apply to: 

• EU Blue Card holders 
• Intra-corporate transferees 
• Researchers with hosting agreements  
• Self-employed individuals with valid professional cards