Following the 6^th State Reform, responsibility for residential leases has been transferred to the regions. Brussels is the first to have introduced its own regulations, which came into force under the new Brussels Housing Code on 1^st January 2018. It is a real “housing charter”!

Every year, the rent for your accommodation may be indexed. When will you be indexed? How is it calculated? Can your landlord charge arrears? The Expat Welcome Desk explains all you need to know on the subject…

In Belgium, the mandatory healthcare insurance system enables those who are insured to access high-quality healthcare. The Expat Welcome Desk explains how you can join the healthcare system and how much you can expect to be reimbursed.

During 1 week, the Schuman Square Committee will for the third time create a magical space and organize various themed events and cultural activities.

Le faible taux de participation des étrangers aux élections communales est un défi pour notre société démocratique et pour le vivre-ensemble. Une nouvelle étude et un séminaire citoyen lancent l’appel à l’action un an avant les élections.

Many expats arrive in Belgium with their car and are then slow to start the registration process. Be aware that this delay can have consequences and cause you problems! The Expat Welcome Desk explains the procedure…

Individual and communal charges associated with a rental can be surprisingly high. If you are a tenant about to sign a lease agreement, we strongly advise you to enquire about the charges you could face. The Expat Welcome Desk explains…

Press conference of the Brussels Commissioner for Europe (CEIO) in presence of the Minister-President Rudi Vervoort for the presentation of the annual report 2016. The EU in Brussels: state of play.