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Liste des contacts par Faculté Faculté de droitBacheliers (Programme Erasmus Belgica) Prof. Florence GEORGE - florence.george@unamur.beMaster Droit des Technologies de l'information et de la communicationProf. Jean-Marc VANGYSEGHEM - jean-marc.vangyseghem@unamur.beFaculté EMCPDr. Julie MASSET - mobilite.eco@unamur.beFaculté d’informatiqueProf. Marie-Ange REMICHE - vice-doyen.info@unamur.beMme. Géraldine GRANDJEAN - secretariat.info@unamur.be Mme. Isabelle Daelman - secretariat.info@unamur.be  Faculté de médecineMédecine : Mme. Amélie BOUTON - amelie.bouton@unamur.bePharmarcie : Dr. Romain SIRIEZ - mobility.pharma@unamur.beSciences biomédicales : Prof. Marielle BOONEN - marielle.boonen@unamur.be et Dr. Emilie FAWAY - departement.biomed@unamur.beFaculté de philosophie et lettresProf. Valérie LEYH - valerie.leyh@unamur.beLaurence METTEWIE - laurence.mettewie@unamur.be Faculté des sciencesDr. Sophie COLLONVAL et Mme. Carole PAYEN - mobility.sciences@unamur.be

At the heart of the Faculty, numerous student initiatives bring life to the campus. Supported by the sciencesPo Faculty of Economics Management Communication (EMCP), they enable every student to achieve their full potential. What's more, the Namur campus offers many other ways to get involved and get involved.

Free Mover status only applies to international students (from outside Belgium) who wish to attend isolated courses as a Free Mover.

Useful links Class schedules - ADE WebCampus Virtual Student Office (VSO) Useful information Build the EAPAcademic calendarVademecum du bachelier Study regulationsUNamur mapCode of good conductStudent job checklist Frequently asked questions Do you have a question about your EAP? The enrollment service pages can help you configure your EAP. Still have a question? You can contact the secretariat of your program.I don't have my Eid and password Please contact the registration department. If you have already obtained your accesses and your identifiers do not work, you can contact IT support at support.etudiant@unamur.be Request for exemption For all requests for exemption from courses (excluding languages), please contact your program manager. To request an exemption for a language course, please contact your program secretary. You will receive a form to complete. Medical certificate & Exam postponement In the event of illness during an examination period, you may refer to the Study Regulations:Article 43. Inability to take part in an assessment§1st. Any student registered for an assessment who is unable to take part must notify the examiner concerned and the vice-dean or his/her delegate no later than the day of the assessment, and comply with the provisions of article 44. Otherwise, a student's absence from an assessment will be sanctioned by a mark of 0/20.§2. To prove that a student is unable to take part in an assessment, he or she may present a medical certificate covering the period in question.§3. It is forbidden to take part in an assessment during the period covered by a medical certificate. The student who participates in an assessment despite a deficient state of health or serious personal problems, cannot under any circumstances have the result subsequently cancelled, even with a medical certificate or any other attestation. Request an attestation All your attestations are available online on the Virtual Office, in the "My attestations" tab Image Contact Do you have another question? Don't hesitate to contact us. Contact us

Visa application In what situation do you need a visa and how do you get one?As a non-EU national, you need to apply for a visa at the Belgian embassy or consulate in your home country. You can find their addresses here: https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/embassies-and-consulates Updated visa information Updated scientific visa informationStay of less than 90 daysThird-country nationals planning to visit Belgium for a short period (less than three months) must apply for a short-stay visa (type C visa).The following documents are required when applying for a visa:a national passport valid for at least 3 months longer than the intended stay in Belgium, in which a visa can be affixed;two completed visa application forms;documents explaining the purpose of the trip and the circumstances of the intended stay;proof of sufficient financial sources to cover the stay and return;proof of travel insurance;proof that you intend to leave Belgium before the visa expires.Depending on the reasons for your stay, additional documents may be required.Be aware that nationals of certain countries, such as Australia, the USA and Canada, do not need a visa to come to Belgium if their intended stay is less than 90 days. You can check whether you need a visa to come to Belgium at https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/travel-belgium/visa-belgiumStay of more than 90 daysWhen third-country nationals need to stay in Belgium for more than three months, i.e. for a long-term stay, they must apply for a temporary residence visa (type D visa) from the Belgian consular authorities, either in their country of origin, or in their current country of residence (if different), i.e. when a visa is required (see above).In this respect, it is important that foreigners maintain their current residence in one of these countries until the visa is issued, as abandoning residence may result in a declaration of incompetence by the embassy or consulate and, consequently, refusal to issue the visa.The following documents will be required when applying for a visa:a national passport valid for at least 15 months, on which a visa can be affixed;two duly completed visa application forms;two recent passport-size photographs;a certificate of background check covering the last 5 years (if the foreigner is in possession of a single license, a certificate of good conduct covering the last year is sufficient) ;a single permit, a signed hosting agreement (scientific visa) with a recognized Belgian research center, a professional card or proof of sufficient financial sources;a medical certificateproof of payment of the contribution for the long-stay visa (fee);a visa fee.SpousesSpouses of third-country nationals must generally present the following documents to the embassy or consulate:a national passport valid for at least 12 months, on which a visa can be affixed;two completed visa application forms;two recent passport photographs;an official copy of the marriage or registered partnership certificate and birth certificate;an official copy of the divorce decree, divorce certificate or death certificate of the previous spouse if previously married;a certificate of good conduct covering the last 5 years, to be requested from the police authorities of the place of residence abroad;an original legalized medical certificate;proof that the spouse is covered for health and sickness expenses during his/her stay in Belgium ;proof that the spouse will have decent accommodation during his/her stay in Belgium (only in the case where the spouse submitsa visa application while the third-country national is already residing in Belgium);a visa fee.ChildrenChildren of third-country nationals under the age of 18 will need to present the following documents to the embassy or consulate:a national passport valid for at least 12 months, on which a visa can be affixed;two visa application forms, duly completed, dated and signed by the parents;two recent passport-size photographs;an official copy of the birth certificate;an official statement from the child's guardian or the divorced parent with whom the child does not live, indicating that the child may leave the country and settle in Belgium (if applicable);a visa fee.For children aged 18 or over, proof that they are dependent on their parents will be required. Please note that this is a matter to be decided by the Belgian immigration services. Contribution for long-stay visas - D (fee) For certain visa and single permit applications, a fee must be paid in advance to the Office des Etrangers. Proof of payment must be provided with other documents when submitting the visa application.Changing status after settling in Belgium may also give rise to payment of a fee.The amount of this fee varies according to the reason for your stay.However, you may be exempted from payment of this fee if you submit a form completed by the University of Namur. This exemption applies to scholarship students and scholarship researchers. Contact the Researcher help desk if you think you may be entitled to this exemption.Further information: https://dofi.ibz.be/en/themes/faq/fee Single permit and single permit extension The single permit is the combination of a residence permit and a work permit. The conditions for issuing the single permit are the same as for the work permit.Situation requiring a single permitIn Belgium, current regulations stipulate that any employer wishing to employ a foreign worker (non-EU national) in the country must first apply for and obtain a single permit for that worker.How to apply?The employer in Belgium is responsible for applying for the right to employ a foreign citizen and for applying for the single permit.At the University of Namur, the human resources department submits the application for the single permit to the administration of the Walloon Region. Once the Walloon Region has granted the work permit, it forwards the file to the Immigration Office, which must rule on the residence permit.Please note that the legal processing time can be up to four months.Prolongation of the single permitWhen your permit needs to be renewed, the University's human resources department makes the request and forwards it to you as soon as it is received. Employment contract In application when you receive a salary. An employment contract is drawn up as soon as you have a job as an employee at the University. You sign it when you arrive at the University's Compensation Unit. Hosting agreement Restricted to researchers from non-EU countries. This document is required for certain single permit applications. You don't need to do anything. UNamur's administrative services will produce it and have you sign it. Residence permit For any stay of more than 3 months, a Belgian temporary residence permit is granted for a maximum period of one year, but is renewable. Depending on the reason(s) for granting the residence permit, different documents may be required to extend a Belgian temporary residence permit.StepsThe procedure takes place in three stages:First visit: you must justify your presence in Namur with official documents. You will receive a registration application certificate.Within six weeks, a local agent will visit your home. He will check that the address corresponds to your place of residence. There's no problem if you're not at home when he arrives, in which case he'll make an appointment with you. Once this stage has been completed, he will send a report to the local authority.The local authority will then send you a letter and arrange an appointment to finalize the registration and hand over any documents you didn't have on your first visit.As soon as you have received your code by post, you can go to the local authority to collect your residence permit. Remember to bring the provisional document, your passport or national identity card, and the code you have received.European nationalsFor a stay of more than 3 months, EU nationals can enter Belgium by presenting a valid identity card or passport. They do not need to apply for a visa before coming to Belgium.You must register in person with the municipal administration of the town of residence. You must present the following documents to the commune:passport or national identity card;proof of employment and sufficient financial resources;rental contract;3 passport photos;attestation of medical insurance;for PhD students: standard form template6 €.Spouse and children will need to provide the following documents:passport;original legalized marriage certificate / original legalized birth certificate (or international birth certificate);original legalized translation of marriage certificate / birth certificate, issued by a sworn translator. Some communes accept documents in English;3 passport photos;proof of medical insurance.Please note that these lists are not exhaustive. Depending on the case, additional documents or information may be required. The commune will provide the EU national with proof of registration.Non-EU nationalsForeign nationals planning to stay in Belgium for more than 90 days will need to register with the commune administration in their town of residence in Belgium and obtain a residence permit.To obtain a residence permit, you will need to present the following documents to the Belgian communal authorities:original passport, including type D visa;original single permit, hosting agreement, professional card or proof of sufficient financial sources;rental contract;passport photo;for PhD students: standard form template6 €.Third-country nationals who have lived in another EU country immediately prior to their arrival in Belgium must provide a background check certificate issued by their country's competent authorities.To enable a spouse to complete a registration application form, the following documents must be presented:original passport, including type D visa;3 passport photos;original legalized marriage certificate.Please note that this list is not exhaustive. In some cases, additional documents or information may be required.Extension of residence permitTo extend your residence permit, you must submit the application 45 calendar days before the expiry date.Required documents:Valid residence permit;passport;proof of employment and sufficient financial resources;health insurance certificate;passport photo;for PhD students: a progress report on your doctoral research and the standard form template Declaration of arrival Only for short-stay third-country nationals.This is issued by the commune.When your stay does not exceed three months, a single visit is all you need to declare your arrival. You will receive a document called a "Declaration of Arrival".Documents to be provided:Passport;Rental contract;3 passport photos.In Namur, this document is free of charge.Extension of the declaration of arrivalAs soon as you are informed that your stay initially planned for a maximum of 90 days is extended, you must request an extension of your declaration of arrival.You must go to the local administration with the following documents:passport;declaration of arrival (the document you received from the commune when you registered);any official document proving that the extension of your stay is approved ;the "Welcome to Schengen"insurance. Declaration of presence Only for short-stay EU nationals, this is issued by the commune.When your stay does not exceed three months, you only need to visit the commune administration once to declare your arrival. You will receive a document called a "Declaration of Presence".Documents required:Passport or national identity card;1 passport photo;Lease contract.In Namur, this document is free of charge. Appendix 33 Only for students from countries bordering Belgium (France, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Germany) for a maximum stay of one year.In this case, you remain domiciled in your country of origin and are not taxed in Belgium. This document is very useful when you don't receive any money from Belgium.You can request this document from the commune. The documents required are as follows:National identity card or passport;Accommodation rental contract;Attestation of registration as a student at UNamur;3 passport photos;6 euros.Make sure your mutual insurance company covers you for your stay in Belgium. Long-term resident status You can apply for long-term resident status (residence permit D) if you meet the following conditions (non-exhaustive list):you have lived in Belgium for an uninterrupted period of five years;you have stable, regular and sufficient means of support: the last 6 pay slips are required;you have health insurance (with a mutual insurance company).This status must be requested from the municipal administration. Find out more Legalization of documents, apostille In what situations do you need to legalize or apostille documents and how do you apply? https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/legalisation-documents/search-criteria-legalisation Student card Students enrolled at the University of Namur are the only ones entitled to a student card. This card is issued by the Pop-Up BUMP. Sworn translators and certified copies of documents A list of sworn translators is available at the Palais de Justice in Namur. You can request a free copy of the list of sworn translators to and from the language you require.Certified copies of documentsWhen you need to hand over a certified copy of a document, such as a diploma, to an official entity, you must present the original and its photocopy to the communal administration, so that it can certify the photocopy. Copies of documents relating to birth or marriage registers issued by the civil registrar cannot be copied and authenticated by the municipal administration. Please contact your home town. Lost or stolen documents Practical tip: it's not easy to remember to have all the necessary documents with you at all times. It is advisable to make photocopies or scan all documents and leave them in a safe place, and/or save them on a server (not on cell phones or laptops). This should be done as quickly as possible to avoid any form of fraud. It is sometimes possible (but rare) to find lost papers at the police station if an honest person has found them and brought them back.Declaration at the police stationWhen you come to lodge a complaint at the police station, list all important lost or stolen documents (passport, residence permit, bank card, university access card, library card....) and give a description of your wallet, bag, jacket... in which your documents were found.You will be given a document enabling you to go to the respective administrations to have all your papers redone.Residence permitIf you have lost your residence permit or had it stolen, the first thing to do is go to the police station where you will be issued with a declaration. This document is only valid in Belgium.You must then go to the local administration (at the town hall) with this police-issued declaration in order to obtain a new residence permit.Bank cardCall the following number: +32-(0)70-344 344 to block your card (from an account opened in Belgium). Report the loss or theft of your card to your bank.Passport, national identity documentIf your passport or national identity document has been lost or stolen, the first thing to do is go to the police station where you will be issued with a declaration. You'll need to quote your passport number. Contact your country's embassy in Belgium. Discover the Researcher help desk SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Housing See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Health See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Bank See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Taxes and social security See content

This page is intended for foreign doctoral students who find themselves in one of the following situations and concerns a new document required for visa, residence permit or residence permit extension applications.

Housing search General rules concerning accommodation at the universityThe Infrastructure Service manages several residences on campus. These residences are divided into rooms, apartments and studios. They are intended for researchers visiting the University.All accommodation is fully furnished: bedding, kitchen furniture (no microwave oven or dishwasher). They are connected to the Internet by cable (there is no wi-fi) (if the cable is missing, contact your IT support). Rental includes utilities and taxes (except local taxes for waste collection and sewer connection).UNamur's housing stock includes (2026 rates):rooms with kitchenette and refrigerator (shared bathroom and toilet): €508/month.rooms with kitchenette and refrigerator (with private bathroom and toilet): 508€/month.studios (room with private bathroom and toilet): 775€/month.one-bedroom apartments: 942€/month.two-bedroom apartments: 1125€/month.Your manager in Namur needs to book your accommodation. He usually needs to know what type of accommodation you want (depending on the budget available!).Request form via Noe LogementA few days before your arrival, your manager will receive the key and will only know your address then. If you need to know your address long before your arrival (for a visa application, for example), you can mention the general address of the University (Rue de Bruxelles 61 - 5000 Namur).When your stay is very short, you can try renting an airbnb. On the other hand, landlords often ask for a three-year (or at least one-year) lease. The best website for looking for accommodation outside university housing is www.immoweb.be How to access your home Note that in Belgium, as a general rule, even-numbered buildings are on one side of the street and odd-numbered buildings are on the other. If you rent accommodation from UNamur, you can find it by typing "UNamur - Residence" in the search field on the following map. All residences will then appear on the left-hand side of the map. Simply select your address to bring up your building. https://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=19/50.46533/4.85720 Rental agreement with UNamur This is a document signed by a person authorized to represent the University and the tenant. It is given to you with the keys. You must complete it, sign it and return it to Infrastructure Services (Mr. Vincent Bourtembourg or Ms. Florence Collot). Accommodation at the University is very flexible and less expensive than elsewhere. Rental agreement with a private landlord In the event that you do not live in University of Namur accommodation. A rental contract is a document signed by a landlord and a tenant. Rental contracts can take many different forms. However, what is extremely important in this contract is to be clear about the terms agreed by both parties. Below is a series of points to agree on when entering into a rental agreement:the names and addresses must be provided by both parties;information on the rented property must include the address and all other relevant details of the tenancy;the duration of the tenancy includes the period for which the property is rented;the rent is fixed in the contract and must be stated as a fixed amount, as well as the conditions for annual adjustment ;deposits and fees must also be indicated, as you are usually required to pay a lease deposit (legally equivalent to two months' rent), which will be returned to you at the end of the lease;rental conditions refer to the condition of the property at the time the lease is signed;responsibilities for repairs and maintenance must be defined in the contract, as it must be clear which party will be responsible for these tasks;restrictions for both parties must be defined in the contract. For example, the conditions under which the landlord is allowed to enter the accommodation must be specified, while the tenant must be limited in the number of people accommodated and may have restrictions imposed on pets, depending on the landlord's wishes;the grounds for termination are established for when the fixed-term lease will end, whether early termination or termination on expiry.It is strongly recommended to draw up an inventory of necessary repairs before the day the keys are handed over. Don't hesitate to ask the landlord to add any damage (however minor) to the document, otherwise the landlord may ask you to repair it (or pay for the repairs) when you leave the property. This document is drawn up in duplicate, one for each party, signed by both parties on each page.All rental contracts specify that you must take out a fire and water damage insurance policy. You must contact an insurance company (some banks also offer insurance policies). See the "Family insurance" page for a list of insurance companies.Unless gas or electricity are included, you must contract with a gas and/or electricity supplier. Depending on the nature and duration of your stay, suppliers' offers and your environmental sensitivity (green energy or not), you can choose between several suppliers. To help you make your choice: http://comparateur-energie.be The same applies to water, but depending on where you live, you may not be able to choose your supplier. In Namur, SWDE (www.swde.be) is the water supplier. For other towns, ask your landlord. Registering the rental contract A copy of your registered rental contract may be requested when you undertake certain procedures: family reunification, extension of stay.If you rent accommodation from a private landlord, it is he who is responsible for registering your rental contract and providing you with a copy. The landlord has two months to register the contract once all parties have signed it. It's free for you.If you're staying in university accommodation, you'll have to do the process yourself. There are two possibilities:By logging on to MyRent. To do this, you need an eid or bank card reader and your residence permit.By requesting a form at 02-577.51.10. You will be asked for your NISS (Belgian national number) to verify your identity and address.Or by filling in the online form: https://eservices.minfin.fgov.be/webForm/public/fin/fin.jsf If your stay exceeds 6 months, we recommend registering your contract. Further information is available here: https://finances.belgium.be/fr/particuliers/habitation/location/enregistrement_bail Household waste management Current regulations in Namur.Belgium practices waste sorting.In Namur, four types of waste are collected door-to-door, with specific bags for each:paper and cardboard (no bag needed, just compact them in a cardboard packaging);plastic bottles, cans, metal cans, beverage cartons : blue bags (PMC);PMC bagorganic materials (food, green waste, soiled paper, paper towels and napkins, disposables): white bags;other non-recyclable household waste: yellow bags.Other materials:glass: in specific containers (there are two in front of the Faculté de Gestion - Rempart de la Vierge). You must separate: colored and transparent.batteries: you can drop them off at the UNamur staff store (Economat - main building - level -1).You can request detailed lists with rules and withdraw the calendar at the commune or at this address.The document is in French. Illustrated examples on pages 5 to 7. Waste collection calendar on page 4 (for university housing, see table "Namur, old urban center"). Moving To avoid any risk of administrative problems, we strongly recommend that you do not move until you have completed your registration with the communal administration and, above all, before the police officer (known as the "agent du quartier") comes to check that the address you have given is indeed your place of residence as declared.Each time you move, you must notify your new address to:the University's payroll unit.the commune.the bank.the mutual insurance company.Other companies with which you are in contact.To be sure that your mail will follow you to your new address, the Post Office organizes a specific service: Do My Move. 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Mutual insurance Insurance is mandatory for long stays.Sometimes, your scholarship agreement includes coverage of all your medical expenses. If not, you must choose a mutuelle or complementary health insurance. There are various mutual insurance companies in Belgium.By default, we can direct you to La Mutualité Neutre: rue des Dames Blanches, 24 (081/25.07.60 - https://www.lamn.be/).Requirements for signing up for health insurance:Proof of application for registration with the City;ID card or passport;employment or scholarship contract;bank account number.You will receive an invoice, documents and a sheet of ID stickers by post.The stickers provided are required for reimbursement of medical expenses. The amount varies according to the type of examination. For an appointment with a general practitioner, you will recover around 70% of the amount paid; reimbursement percentages vary according to the nature of more specific examinations or hospitalization. When you decide to leave Belgium, you must inform the mutualité. List of Belgian health insurance companies Doctors/medical care General rulesWhen you consult a doctor, the cost of the examination may be covered by your health insurance. Currently, some GPs send this attestation directly to the mutualité via an online platform. In this case, you no longer need to submit a request for reimbursement to your mutualité.Medical practice at UNamurGeneral practitioners receive students/researchers without appointment at an office organized on campus, rue Bruno, 7, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 pm. The consultation is free for students enrolled at UNamur.Outside the office hours, you can make an appointment, Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, via the medical secretariat on 0495/57.11.17 of Doctor Contor Victoire.More informationPsychological assistance for people of foreign originCLINIQUE DE L'EXILRue Docteur Haibe, 4 - 5002 Saint-ServaisTelephone: +32-81-77.68.19 +32-81-77.68.19clinique.exil@province.namur.beSee also the mediation agent under "Hospitals" below.Doctors on callhttp://www.1733.be (also in English).Pharmacy serviceshttp://www.newpharma.be/pharmacie/misc/resources/pharmacie-de-garde.html#pharmacies-garde-internet Dentistshttps://www.dentiste.be/ HospitalsEmergency department, pediatric consultations, specialist consultations. Mediation agents are available in the hospitals: they are intermediaries between practitioners and patients to help both with all cultural aspects of medical treatment and with translation.CLINIQUE ET MATERNITÉ SAINTE ELISABETHPlace Louise Godin, 15 - 5000 NamurGeneral tel: 081 72 04 11http://www.cmsenamur.be/Urgencies : 081 72 04 31CENTRE HOSPITALIER REGIONAL DE NAMUR CHRN (HÔPITAL RÉGIONAL DE NAMUR)Avenue Albert 1er, 185 - 5000 NamurGeneral : 081 72 61 11http://www.chrn.be/Urgences : 081 72 67 07CLINIQUE SAINT-LUCRue Saint-Luc, 8 - 5004 BougeGeneral : 081 20 91 11www.st-luc-bouge.beUrgencies : 081 20 91 00CHU MONT GODINNEAvenue G. Thérasse, 1 - 5530 Godinne (Yvoir)General : 081 42 21 11http://www.uclmontgodinne.be/ghome.php Health cards Health cardIn Belgium, there is no health card in the strict sense of the term. Your identity card or electronic residence permit acts as your health card. There is, however, a document for children, as well as a European health insurance card that covers residents when traveling in Europe.ISI+ cardThis card is intended for children under the age of 12. This card must be presented in health-related procedures: pharmacy, hospital, medical center...You must request it from your Mutuelle (health insurance). This card is only valid on Belgian territory. For health interventions outside Belgium, you must use your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), also available on request from your Mutuelle.European Health Insurance CardBefore traveling in Europe, you must request this free card from your health insurance fund. It is valid for the current calendar year and is personal to you; you must apply for a separate card for each member of your family. Discover the Researcher help desk SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Documents See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Family See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Bank See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Taxes and social security See content

Family reunification This procedure does not apply to family reunifications for vacations. In this case, only an application for a tourist visa for those traveling is required.It's easier to arrive with your family initially than to bring them in once you've settled.The residence application for each member of your family will be made at the same time as yours. The documents required are those that prove the links with your family members: marriage certificate or certificate of legal cohabitation, children's birth certificates, etc. If you are not married to your partner, you can register as a single household.The formalities described below are only relevant if your family arrives after you have settled in Belgium.Applying for family reunificationFor family reunification in Namur, your spouse must submit the application to the Belgian embassy as soon as you meet the following conditions.You must:be registered at the Town Hall;prove that your family will be covered by a mutual insurance company in Belgium (ask the mutual insurance company for the document);have a suitable housing solution (a registered rental contract);have sufficient income to support the family (this document is provided by the local administration on the basis of bank statements or pay slips for the last three months).Access conditions may vary depending on your country of origin. For the latest procedures, please consult the Belgian diplomatic website: https://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/services/embassies_and_consulates It takes six months after all documents have been sent to the Belgian embassy before your family is granted a visa. When your family arrives in Namur, all its members must go to the Town Hall to register. Your presence is compulsory on that day.Your spouseTo register your spouse with the local administration, follow the same procedure as for the person already in the country. A marriage certificate or registered declaration of cohabitation (for unmarried couples who have followed this procedure in their country of origin), translated into French by a sworn translator, must be ready to apply for registration. A certificate of affiliation to the Mutuelle will also be requested.Certificate of identity (children)The procedure for registering children with the municipal administration is the same as for people already in the country. Mandatory presence of the child and the father or mother is required.Documents required:Child's passport or national identity cardPhotos of identityA birth certificateIf your child is over 12 years old, you'll also need to present a mutual insurance certificate.If the child is registered in the presence of only one parent, that parent must present a parental authorization document issued by the other parent. This official document is issued by the local authority in the country of origin or by the consulate, at the request of the other parent. It must be translated into French by a sworn translator.Newborn childA newborn child does not receive an identity card, unless he or she is traveling to another country. In this case, this document must be requested from the communal administration. A photo of the child will be required.Attestation de mutuelleThe foreigners' department of the communal administration requires an attestation from the mutual insurance company proving that you are affiliated to the health insurance scheme and that your family is covered. This document is issued by the mutual insurance company.Registering with the mutual insurance companyOnce you have completed the procedure for registering your family with the communal administration, you must request a document called "household composition". This document lists the names of your family members living under the same roof. You will need to submit this document to your Mutuelle in order to complete your file. Office de la naissance et de l'enfance This is a free public service offering:monitoring of pregnant mothers during prenatal check-ups.monitoring of children's health, medical appointments and vaccinations.contacts for approved crèches / daycare centers.http://www.one.be/presentation/about-us/ comite.namur@one.be Nurseries Nurseries welcome children aged 0 to 3 on working days. In some crèches approved and subsidized by ONE (Office de la Naissance et de l'Enfance), parents' contribution to fees depends on their professional income. Children are admitted as long as their parents work. However, in non-subsidized crèches, the price paid by parents is determined by the organization and is slightly higher. In addition to crèches, another option is to use a licensed childminder in a private home. Some of these services are subsidized by the ONE. These childminders are called "Accueillante d'enfant conventionné ONE".Crèches, after-school clubs and sick childcare at UNamur: SAPEFUN. E-mail: creche@unamur.be Spaces are limited, so the crèche or nursery for children of University staff is often fully booked. In this case, you'll need to find alternative solutions for your child with an outside structure (other crèches or home childminders): http://www.namur.be/fr/ma-ville/education/petite-enfance/annuaire-des-milieux-daccueil-de-la-petite-enfance For the city of Namur, the public body responsible for ensuring reliable childcare is Sonefa. Family allowances Entitlement to child benefit as a salaried employee requires salaried employment in Belgium. Since January 1, 2019, it is up to the mother of the child to claim child benefit from one of the benefit funds of her choice.More information and a list of benefit funds are available at https://www.wallonie.be/fr/actualites/reforme-des-allocations-familiales Family insurance With or without children, accidents can easily happen. It is highly recommended to take out family insurance to cover some of the costs incurred by accidents.Insurance companies and many Namur banks offer insurance policies:BNP ParibasBelfiusCBCEthiasFederal InsuranceFintroING French courses for families ILFOPRue Saint-Jacques, 285000 Namurhttps://ilfop.be/index.php/cours-de-francais/IEPSCFPlace de l'Ecole des Cadets, 65000 Namurhttp://www.iepscf-namur.be/ECOLE INDUSTRIELLE ET COMMERCIALE DE LA VILLE DE NAMURRue Pépin, 2b5000 Namurhttps://www.eicpn.be/ ALPHA 5000Rue Bruno, 185000 Namurhttps://www.alpha5000.be/ Pediatric services Sainte-Elisabeth Hospital and CHR-Namur both have a pediatrics department.See the Doctors/Medical Care page on the "Health" page.The ONE also offers free consultations. School In Belgium, in addition to subsidized public schools, there are schools funded by the linguistic community (i.e. the French Community) and subsidized "free" schools, which traditionally leave religious communities free to teach their values. The curricula and diplomas of the three systems are equally recognized and cover all three levels of education (primary, secondary and higher). Compulsory schooling in Belgium lasts from age 6 to 18. Belgian education is structured as follows:Pre-school education: for children aged 3 to 6Primary school: for children aged 6 to 12Secondary education: for children aged 12 to 18Higher education (including Hautes Ecoles and Universities): from age 18.The list of schools at all levels in Namur and neighboring communes https://www.namur.be/en/ma-ville/education Classe passerelleThis class is designed for students entering the first cycle of secondary education.The Institut Henri Maus in Namur offers a transition year enabling non-French-speaking students to reach a level of French enabling them to follow the curriculum.Find out moreThe Institut Technique de Namur (ITN) also offers this course. Diploma equivalence for your child You or your child's enrolment in a school requires a procedure for the recognition of diploma equivalence.In all cases, this request for equivalence must be submitted to the Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles by the school where the enrolment takes place. You should therefore bring all the required documents with you on the day of enrolment, or as soon as possible.For more information, visit: http://www.equivalences.cfwb.be/ In summary, here are the documents required in most cases:Child enrolled in nursery school: not applicableChild enrolled in primary school: previous years' report cards + a certificate of school attendanceChild enrolled in secondary school: original birth certificate, report cards for the last three years, original document proving payment of administrative fees (which do not correspond to the actual cost of enrolment).Children enrolled at university or collegeApplication to be submitted by July 15.High school diploma + transcript, original birth certificate, motivation letter or completed motivation form, original document proving payment of document processing fees. For students whose schooling took place outside the European Community, proof of access to higher education is also required. 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Transfer to Namur How to organize your transfer from the airports to Namur.Your manager will take care of organizing your transfer to Namur. But if you have to travel on your own, here are the options for getting to Namur by train from the main destinations.From Brussels National Airport (BRU)You need to take the train from the airport to Brussels North station. From there, you need to take a train to Namur. Find out moreFrom Brussels South Airport (Charleroi) (CRL)Find out moreFrom Brussels South station (Bruxelles-Midi/Bruxelles-Zuid)By train to Namur.Belgian railVisit the site to find out more about train timetables and fares in Belgium. You can also buy your ticket online.You can also download the app (SNCB). University of Namur parking lots You can request a free parking pass from Mme Pauline Antoine (pauline.antoine@unamur.be). The parking lot where you will be allowed to park your vehicle is located rue Henri Lemaître. Drivers Parking in the cityMany parking zones, with different and complicated rules and rates, are defined throughout the city. All the details are explained here You can apply for a resident's card from the commune. Find out moreDriving licensesDriving licenses issued in the following countries (see link below) are not recognized in Belgium. If your driving license was issued in one of these countries, you must exchange it at the Town Hall (Driving License Service).You must:be in possession of your residence permit;have obtained your driving license before arriving in Belgium.Cost: €25.To find out whether or not your driving license is recognized, click on this linkRegister your car in Belgium!Only in case you had your own car before your arrival and wish to use it during your stay in Belgium.The procedure is as follows:In order to register your car, you must be registered in the National Register, which implies having a national register number.Procedure:1. Pay customs duties (label 705). 2. Go to the vehicle safety inspection for a technical inspection (UK: MOT).3. Affix the insurer's sticker and signature to the registration application.To present to the DIV office with the registration application:The original registration certificate from the country of originIt is advisable to have the certificate of conformity (in copy, with the application)The purchase invoice (in copy, with the registration application)More informationYou have the option of sending the documents by post, bearing in mind that there will be a delay of around two weeks, or dropping them off directly at a DIV office counter. If the documents are urgent, it is obviously advisable to choose the second option. Walloon Region contact number: 081/330.001 Learn to drive If you want to learn to drive in Belgium and get your driving license here, you'll find information here:You'll find documentation (books, driving schools...) at the following address: https://www.connaitreconduire.be/ The famous Green light for the driving license only exists in French. Getting around Namur Public transportThe vast majority of shops and services are within walking distance in or near the city center. However, if you need to stray further from the center, for example to access hospitals or larger supermarkets, buses are at your disposal. There's no streetcar or metro network in Namur, so buses are the way to get around by public transport. https://www.letec.be/ Li bia véloThis is a shared bike service. There are several locations spread around the city center and surrounding areas, and at each of these locations you can rent a bike at a very reasonable price. https://www.libiavelo.be/fr/home The University of Namur provides free passes. More information at reception.Cambio (shared cars)This shared car system is well established in Namur. After registering, you can rent a car at one of the various stations or stops in Namur, but also anywhere in Belgium. Learn moreTaxisThere are several cab companies in Namur. NamourettesDuring the summer months, these charming little boats will take you back and forth between Namur and Jambes, with several stops to choose from. Find out moreTrains From Namur, you can reach all Belgian cities and the main towns in neighboring countries by train. Learn more Discover the Researcher help desk SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Family See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Miscellaneous See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Leaving See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Useful links See content

Open a bank account If your income (scholarship or salary) is paid by a Belgian organization, you must open a bank account in Belgium. This makes it easier to pay in all stores and supermarkets. There are special conditions (free of charge) for young people (under 26). Get more details at branches.Generally, a package includes a current bank account, a savings account, web-banking and an app. You'll receive a bank debit card. To apply for a credit card, you need to contact the bank: they may ask you for additional documents.There are several banks where you can open a bank account in Namur:BNP ParibasBelfiusCBCDeutsche BankFintroINGIn general, banks will no longer open a bank account if you are not in possession of your residence permit, which can take up to 3 months. If you already have a bank account in a European country, you can use it without any problem while waiting to open an account in Belgium.If you don't have an account in Europe, you must open a Revolut online banking account before leaving your home country. This account can be used in Belgium to receive your salary. Itsme Il s'agit d'une application très pratique permettant de vous identifier rapidement sur plusieurs plateformes officielles en Belgique: banque, administrations communales et fédérales, déclaration fiscale...Pour l'installer, il suffit d'avoir un compte bancaire ou une carte de séjour en Belgique.Informations et création de votre compte: https://www.itsme-id.com/en-BE Discover the Researcher help desk SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Documents See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Taxes and social security See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Miscellaneous See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Leaving See content

Taxes in Belgium ScholarshipsUnder Belgian law, scholarships are tax-exempt if they are awarded by authorized institutions and if the following conditions are met:The fellowship facilitates extraordinary contributions to scientific research;The fellowship is awarded in circumstances that enable the fellow to take personal initiative in pursuing his or her studies or conducting research;The fellowship is granted free of charge, i.e. any dependence on the donor is excluded;The fellowship is financed directly or indirectly by industrial, commercial or agricultural enterprises, Belgian or foreign, which may benefit in one way or another from the subsidized research activities.Employment contract holdersIncome tax is calculated once a year. Employers withhold a percentage of your monthly income to offset the tax bill at the end of the year. This means that the amount of income tax due is normally paid before the end of the tax year. You will need to complete an annual tax return showing income received during the previous calendar year, and return it usually during the last week of June of the following year. A few months after submitting the tax return, the tax authorities issue a tax statement. This shows the amount to be paid or the refund to be received. If you have to leave Belgium but are still entitled to a tax refund, you should contact the tax office and ask for a form that will enable you to declare your income in advance.In order to avoid double taxation, treaties stipulate which of the countries concerned may subject a certain person's income to its national taxes. In this way, income earned in one of the countries is tax-exempt. As a general rule, you will be subject to income tax in the country where you reside, i.e. Belgium.If your employer in your home country sends you to work in Belgium (as a "seconded" worker), you will only be considered a "Belgian tax resident" if you spend a total of 183 days or more in Belgium during a given tax year. This is known as the "183-day rule". This rule only applies if your employer is not a Belgian resident or is not established in Belgium. Local taxes Taxes not included in the rent.These taxes represent a contribution to public cleanliness (waste collection, water treatment...). All residents legally registered in the city must pay them once a year. The municipal administration can take legal action if you fail to pay (which entails additional costs).Exemption from paymentUnder certain conditions, you may be exempt from paying this tax.As a doctoral student, you are exempt if :you are under 25 years of age. In this case, you must present the attestation of registration as a doctoral student (Appendix 1).you are over 25 and your total gross annual income is less than €16,913.52 (single) or €20,869.68 (with family). You can apply for an exemption by filling in the form available here and providing your latest tax assessment (financial year 2024 - income 2023) or simplified tax return (financial year 2024 - income 2023).You can also use the QR-Code on the invitation to pay tax, which will take you directly to the exemption request form. Finally, you can go to the local administration (take the necessary documents) and explain your situation to the bursar. If your situation meets certain conditions, you may receive free garbage bags.All requests for exemption must be submitted annually. Full regulations on municipal taxes in Namur are available here. Social security As an employee or scholarship holder subject to the Belgian system, you are automatically affiliated to Belgian social security. This means you enjoy all the benefits of Belgian citizens. Find out more Tax return As you are registered and have a national number, you will receive this document by post in April or May each year. The envelope contains two forms, a guide and another envelope for returning the tax return and any appendices.How to complete it?Each year, the University or organization that pays you your scholarship sends you (to your home address) a document showing all your income (form 281.10). This is the most important document for completing your tax return.In cases where you have paid membership fees to organizations recognized as NGOs based in Belgium, you should receive an official tax reduction document. You can declare the amount you paid in the year corresponding to the tax return.Parents can deduct childcare costs (crèches, vacation camps, internships...). The childcare organization will provide you with a certificate. If you've bought a house and are paying a mortgage, you can deduct part of it.InstructionsStep 1: Fill in the application form. Don't overlook the first box, it concerns your bank account and is very useful when you are the recipient of an overpayment. Step 2: Transfer to the tax return all the data on the draft form (see the examples at the top right of the second page of the form). Use only a blue or black ballpoint pen (the use of other colors, pencils or felt-tips is not accepted). Always write inside the boxes (never go beyond the edges of boxes and spaces) in capital letters, and write legibly. The tax return is scanned electronically. Do not fill in boxes or unused fields with entries such as "void", cross-outs, unnecessary marks, unnecessary zeros... If you wish to correct a code or data (amount, date or other), use only a fluid corrector and enter the corrections on another line.Step 3: When the document is correctly completed and signed, put it in the second envelope, stamp it and send it to the tax authorities.Tax-on-webAlternative to paperwork, the online tax declaration method (or Tax on web). This form can also be completed via the tax authorities' website. It has the advantage of being able to be completed in advance (except for membership or childcare fees). Find out moreSimplified tax returnSometimes in the second year of your stay, and if you have regular income (salary or scholarship), you can receive a simplified tax return from the tax authorities. All you have to do is check the pre-encoded data. If it's correct, you don't need to do anything. If you find an error or wish to correct any data, use the enclosed form and send it to the tax authorities.Follow-upIn the following months, you will receive a document called "Avertissement-extrait de rôle". It informs you of the result of the tax calculation. Either you have to pay more tax (and are informed on how to pay the amount you owe), or the tax authorities have to refund you an overpayment (they then reimburse you by a payment into your bank account).Contacthttps://finance.belgium.be/en/contact02 572 57 57 Pre-departure tax return To make sure you're in good standing with the tax authorities before you leave, you'll find useful information on the Service des finances publiques website If you've already left Belgium and/or no longer have a residence permit.To solve the identification problem, the tax authorities have introduced two solutions:1) Telephone appointment: agents telephone taxpayers who have made an appointment to fill in their tax form.2) Tax-on-Web without authentication: via this link. You can submit your tax form online without going through MyMinfin.For appointments, you can visit the site or call +32 257 556 67.For refunds, the amount can be paid into a foreign account. Please provide the following information:IBANBICHolder account numberName of bankFor some countries (such as the USA), your bank's routing code.Send this data via the contact form. For "What is the subject of the question?", choose "All questions relating to taxes, payments and refunds". For "It's about?", select "Payment or refund" from the drop-down menu.Keep in mind that the update may take several weeks. Discover the Researcher help desk SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Documents See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Family See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Miscellaneous See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Useful links See content