Migration Most visited subjects Reporting your departure Register as an international student Applying for permanent residence Signing annex 3bis Applying for or renewing your electronic residence card Make an appointment
Applying for permanent residence Have you been living legally and continuously in Belgium for at least 5 years? You can apply for permanent residence. Read more about Applying for permanent residence
Traveling as a non-Belgian citizen Travel document for non-Belgians Reporting your departure from Belgium Read more about Traveling as a non-Belgian citizen
Working as a non-Belgian You're a non-Belgian and want to work in Ghent as an employee or self-employed person? Read about the options, conditions and procedures. Read more
Register as an international student Studying in Belgium? You need a residence permit. Explore your options and the steps for registration or renewal as a student in Ghent. Read more about Register as an international student
Applying for asylum Do you wish to apply for international protection in Belgium? Submit an asylum application to the Immigration Office. Read more about Applying for asylum
Short stay in Ghent Planning a short stay in Ghent or a visit of less than 3 months? Read here to find out what you need to do as a non-Belgian. Read more about Short stay in Ghent
Applying for or renewing an electronic residence card Read here about how to apply for or renew your electronic residence card if you are not a Belgian national. Read more about Applying for or renewing an electronic residence card
Online appointments at Migration or a service centre Make an appointment online at Migration, for example to start your procedure or extend a residence card. Read more about Online appointments at Migration or a service centre
E-form for the extension of your stay With the e-form you can submit several applications online. Read more about E-form for the extension of your stay
Residence permits for Ukrainians People who arrive in Ghent from the Ukraine, are eligible for temporary protection. Read about the procedure and find out how to apply. Read more about Residence permits for Ukrainians
Becoming a Belgian citizen Want to apply for the Belgian nationality? There are three ways to do so. Check out your options and the steps you need to take. Read more
Signing annex 3bis Would you like to sign an annex 3bis (commitment to provide support)? Learn more about it on this page. Read more about Signing annex 3bis
