Applying for or renewing your residence card in Belgium: EU card and EU+ card
Are you a Romanian or other EU citizen living in Belgium for more than three months? Then you must register with your municipality and you will receive a residence card. We help you with the application, the documents and the appointment.
Since 2021, the former E and E+ cards are officially called the EU card and the EU+ card. As an EU citizen you have the right to live in Belgium, but you must register with the municipality (town hall) where you live to get your residence card in Belgium. After applying, you first receive a certificate (annex 19) and, once approved, an EU card. After five years of uninterrupted legal residence, you can apply for permanent residence: the EU+ card.
Many applications are delayed by a missing document or a misunderstanding at the municipality. We make sure your file is complete before you go to the counter.
Which documents do you need for your EU card?
Choose your situation and see right away what you usually bring to the town hall.
For everyone
- Valid identity card or passport
- Recent passport photo meeting Belgian standards
- Rental contract or other proof of your address in Belgium
For your situation
Choose your situation above.
- Employer's certificate or employment contract
- Extract from the Crossroads Bank for Enterprises (KBO/BCE)
- Proof of membership of a social insurance fund
- Proof of registration as a jobseeker (VDAB, Actiris or Le Forem)
- Proof that you are actively applying, such as applications or replies from employers
- Enrolment certificate from your school or university in Belgium
- Proof of health insurance covering all risks in Belgium
- Declaration that you have sufficient means
- Proof of sufficient, regular income, such as a pension
- Proof of health insurance covering all risks in Belgium
- Proof of the family link, such as a marriage or birth certificate
- Copy of the ID or residence card of the family member you are joining
- Depending on your situation: proof of that family member's income and health insurance
Romanian certificate? A Romanian birth or marriage certificate needs no apostille. Ask for the multilingual standard form in Romania and you usually will not need a translation.
This is a general list. Your town hall may ask for other or extra documents. We make a list tailored to your situation.
How it works
You tell us your situation
On WhatsApp or through the contact form. We ask the right questions to find out which card you need.
You receive a tailored list
You know exactly which documents to gather and what it costs.
Your file is complete
We check everything and prepare you for the appointment at the municipality.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get an EU card in Belgium?
That depends on your municipality. It usually takes a few weeks to a few months. A complete file helps you avoid extra delays.
When can I apply for an EU+ card?
Usually after five years of uninterrupted legal residence in Belgium. We check with you whether you meet the conditions.
What if my EU card is about to expire?
Apply for the renewal at your municipality in good time, preferably a few weeks before the expiry date. We help you with the documents.
Can my family also come to Belgium?
Family members of an EU citizen can also obtain a residence card under certain conditions. The documents differ per situation; we will look into it for you.
Need help with your application?
Briefly describe your situation. You will receive a personal reply within 24 hours, in Romanian, Dutch, French or English.