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Belgium/Wallonia: Relaxed Visa Rules September 2024

Key Points  

  • Belgium’s Walloon Region introduced relaxed work permit rules effective 1 September 2024 

Overview  

The government of Belgium’s Walloon Region introduced relaxed work permit rules effective 1 September 2024. Key changes include: 

  • New work permit exemptions 
  • Increased flexibility for low- and medium-skilled foreign workers 
  • Easier EU Blue Card applications with shorter contract durations, relaxed employer change rules, and new experience-based eligibility for IT professionals 
  • New professional experience pathways for EU Intracompany Transferee and Highly Skilled Single Permit holders. 

Looking Ahead  

Continue to check the government of Wallonia’s website and Envoy Global’s website for the latest updates and information.  

Content in this publication is for informational purposes only and not intended as legal advice, nor should it be relied on as such. Envoy Global is not a law firm, and does not provide legal advice. If you would like guidance on how this information may impact your particular situation and you are a client of the U.S. Law Firm, consult your attorney. If you are not a client of the U.S. Law Firm working with Envoy, consult another qualified professional. This website does not create an attorney-client relationship with the U.S. Law Firm. 

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