Moving to Brussels
Brussels is a city in Belgium and home to the
diamond market in Europe. Moving to Brussels is much the
same as moving to any city in the European Union.
Brussels, the capital of Belgium, is becoming a wildly
popular place for people looking for a European city to
relocate to. In fact, over thirty percent of those living in
Brussels are not Belgian citizens. This is largely due to it
being host to the Council of the European Union, NATO, and
the European Commission. English is spoken throughout the
city.
Coming into Brussels is fairly easy. For many moving, a work
permit or visit is not required. You will need a residency
card, which you can apply for after you get settled. In
order to get a residency card, you will need to show a
passport as well as an employment contract or other proof
that you will able to provide for you and your family
financially. If your husband or wife is accompanying you to
Brussels, they will need to get a residency card too. An
exception is made if they will not be working, however, you
will be required to show proof of marriage. All official
documents are done in both French and Flemish, the official
languages. In some cases, you will be able to receive
English translations. For your residency card application,
it is best to bring someone who speaks French or Flemish to
assist you.
Renting and purchasing homes are both possibilities when
moving to Brussels. Most people rent homes when they first
arrive in Brussels until they become more familiar with
their housing choices. Housing costs are reasonable.
Compared to some more urban areas in the United States and
the UK, they are often considered inexpensive.
If you have children, you will have several options for
their education. Children can attend state schools for free,
but they are taught in Flemish or French. There are some
options for classes taught in English in Brussels.
Transportation should not prove to be a problem, as there is
a fairly extensive bus and train service operating
throughout the city. Tickets purchase for one can be used on
the other, so transferring is quite simple.
Americans or British should have little trouble being
acclimatized to life in Brussels after moving. You should be
able to use your credit cards throughout the city. The Euro
is the currency used, and bank accounts are available to
non-citizens. You will be required to produce a passport or
a residency card to open the account. Brussels is becoming a
popular choice for families and government workers,
especially from London, as it is only a short plane ride
back to England.
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