Eligibility Call
Talk through the questions that are specific to you.
Is this the right option for you?
You have read about the route but are unsure how it relates to your background, residence situation, intended activity or regional plans.
What we work through
We use the conversation to understand your situation, discuss the main eligibility considerations and identify what needs further evidence or clarification. The focus is deciding what a sensible next step looks like.
- Discuss your background and proposed activity.
- Explore the main eligibility questions for the relevant region.
- Identify uncertainties that need checking before further preparation.
- Discuss suitable next steps and the support that may help.
What to prepare
Provide your CV and a concise summary of your current situation and intended activity through the agreed intake process. Bring your most important questions so the conversation stays focused.
What you should leave with
A clearer understanding of your starting point, the main questions to resolve and whether to move towards business-case or application preparation.
Scope of this offer
The call is not a detailed business-case review, document audit or official confirmation of eligibility. Where specialist residence or legal advice is needed, that should be addressed separately.
How to arrange it
Get in touch with the name of this offer and a brief outline of your situation. We will confirm the scope, price, format and any preparation required before you commit. Timing and delivery arrangements are agreed before the work begins.
← Explore the other support optionsA professional card is mandatory before starting a self-employed activity unless an exemption applies. EU/EEA and Swiss nationals are exempt; qualifying family, residence or other statuses can also provide exemptions. Already living in Belgium does not automatically exempt you. For a move from abroad through the professional-card route, approval is a required step before the long-stay visa can be granted. This is separate from an employee’s single permit.
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