Study & Work

Belgian employment platforms and recruitment agencies help international professionals find English-speaking jobs and navigate the regional job market.

Walloon job market opportunities span pharmaceuticals and logistics, requiring French proficiency and navigating administrative processes.

Flemish tech hubs in Antwerp, Ghent, and Leuven offer distinct engineering opportunities, language requirements, and local workplace cultural norms.

English-speaking job opportunities in Brussels center around EU institutions, lobbying firms, think tanks, and major international advocacy organizations.

The Mahis mandate enables Belgian employers to submit work permit applications and manage employee documentation through the digital portal.

The 2026 salary thresholds for highly skilled workers in Flanders require €48,250 annually, with management set at €77,200.

The 2026 salary thresholds for Wallonia establish the minimum gross annual pay required for highly skilled workers and executive personnel.

The 2026 salary thresholds for highly skilled workers in Brussels are 50,350 euros annually, with managerial staff set at 83,950 euros.

The Working in Belgium portal requires mandatory digital filing for work permits starting in 2026, replacing all paper applications.

The Belgian Single Permit application process allows non-EU citizens to live and work legally in the country through a centralized digital portal.