Belgium•EuropeFamily Reunion - Parent of Belgian Minor Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
42-84 days
Application Fee
180 EUR
Stay Duration
Until child reaches 18
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-stay visa for non-EU/EEA parents joining a Belgian minor child (under 18 years of age) living in Belgium.
Non-EU/EEA parents of Belgian minor children can obtain long-stay family reunion visas to reside with their children. This category recognizes the rights of children to live with their parents. Strict criminal record review applies.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
28,434 EUR
per year
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid travel document
Parental proof
Birth certificate or custody documents with translation
Criminal record certificate
Police clearance - strict review
Medical certificate
No communicable diseases
Sponsor Documents
Child's birth certificate
Certified copy with translation
Proof of child's Belgian residency
Municipal registration, school enrollment
Proof of parent-child relationship
DNA test if parentage disputed
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Advantages
- Reunite parent and child
- Supports child welfare
- Pathway to residency
- Can obtain work authorization
Considerations
- Strict criminal record requirements
- Limited duration (until age 18)
- Proof of custody required
- May require DNA testing
Application Process
Establish child's residence
Belgian minor child established and residing in Belgium
Obtain child's birth certificate
Official birth certificate establishing parentage and Belgian residency
Prepare application
Gather proof of parental custody and child support documentation
Apply at embassy
Submit family reunion visa application at Belgian diplomatic mission
Pay fee
Pay EUR 180 visa fee
Receive visa
Obtain parent of minor visa
Register in Belgium
Register at municipal authority
Application Forms
Parent of Minor Visa Application
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