Country Guide

Working in Belgium

Recruitment for data centres, pharmaceutical projects, with right-to-work and relocation guidance.

Local Market Overview

Belgium combines data centre growth with one of Europe's largest pharmaceutical and biotech clusters.

Projects often need people comfortable working across Dutch- and French-speaking regions.

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EU, EEA and Swiss citizens
You can live and work in Belgium without a work permit. You may need to register with the local authorities if you stay longer than three months.
Everyone else
You will usually need a work permit or residence permit before you start, often sponsored by the employer. Requirements depend on your nationality, role and salary.

This is general guidance, not immigration advice. Always check the official source: Belgium.be: Coming to work in Belgium

Practical steps for your first weeks. Our consultants can talk you through each one before you accept an offer.

Get your National register numberNeeded for payroll and tax. Apply as soon as you arrive; your employer can advise.
Register your addressMost countries require registration with the local authority within a set period.
Open a local bank accountMany employers pay salaries into a local account.
Arrange healthcareCheck how public healthcare and any employer health cover work.
Find accommodationAsk us where people on the project usually live; rotation roles often include accommodation.
Check your driving licenceEU licences are valid across the EU; others may need exchanging after a period.

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