For the coming year, we want to share with you new salary thresholds for work permit, and highlight the basic principles of a work permit in Belgium.
Who needs a work permit?
Unless they qualify for an exemption, non-European nationals need to be in the possession of a work permit or a single permit in order to be allowed to work in Belgium. A single permit, which combines both a work permit and a residence permit, is required in case the period of employment exceeds a period of 90 days.
Which authority grants a work permit?
The power to grant a work permit or a single permit has been regionalized, enabling each region to establish its own criteria for granting such permits. As a result, each region independently establishes the salary thresholds for work permit/single permit in its specific area (Brussels-Capital Region, Walloon Region, and Flemish Region)
What are the salary thresholds for work permit?
As from 1 January 2024, the following minimum gross salary limits will apply:
| Highly qualified staff | Executive staff | European Blue Card | |
| Brussels-Capital Region | € 50,310 | € 83,936 | € 66,053 |
| Walloon Region | € 50,310 | € 83,936 | € 65,053 |
| Flemish Region | < 30 years: € 37,305.60
≥ 30 years: € 46,632 |
€ 74,611 | € 55,958 |
(Find previous salary thresholds for work permit here)
In addition to these salary limits, other conditions must also be met in order for the employee to qualify for a work permit/single permit.
What if I need more information about work permits in Belgium?
Do not hesitate to contact one of the immigration specialists at Pro-Pay by filling out the contact sheet. You can also contact them for information about employment law, social law, payroll law or immigration law.
