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05 June 2025

Belgium | Flemish authorities approve proposal that streamlines immigration rules for employers and foreign workers

On 9 May 2025, the Flemish authorities approved a proposal aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the immigration process for employers and foreign workers in Flanders. This proposal includes expedited processing for applications from highly skilled workers and introduces a new fee for applicants from outside the EU seeking work or single permits. Additionally, Belgium's "Working in Belgium" portal has recently been enhanced to expand the applications that employers and their representatives can file electronically. Currently, applications may be filed online for single permits (which are for jobs in Belgium lasting for more than 90 days) and for professional cards (which are intended for self-employed individuals). It is expected that by early 2026, employers will also be able to electronically file applications for work permits for jobs lasting less than 90 days

A Tax Alert prepared by EY's People Advisory Services, and attached below, provides additional details.

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