Introduction:

Finding a job in Belgium may not be quite as difficult as the statistics would lead you to believe, but it does take a certain amount of experience, a number of qualifications, a lot of perseverance and more than a little luck. more

Qualifications:

Belgium adheres to the EU's general system of recognition of diplomas and qualifications, which means that if your occupation is regulated in Belgium, you'll have to have your home country qualification or experience formally recognised in order to practise your profession in Belgium. more

Employment Agencies:

There's a European Employment Service (EURES) network, members of which include all EU countries plus Norway and Iceland. more

International Civil Service:

Belgium offers some unique opportunities for employment in what is sometimes called the "international civil service" sector. more

 

Temping & Internships:

You can find temporary agencies, such as Adia, Adecco and Manpower, in most larger cities. more

 

Job hunting:

National and local newspapers and magazines in Belgium carry job ads, often concentrated in the Saturday editions. more

 

Job Applications in Belgium:

If you're primarily looking for a job amongst the large multinational companies or international agencies and organisations located in Belgium, you can use a CV or resume in English similar to the one you'd use in your home country. more

 

Working in Belgium:

Belgium has long been a prosperous region in Europe, and salaries are generally above average, although not as high as those in Germany and France. more

 

Employment contracts:

In Belgium, an employment contract exists as soon as you undertake a job for which you expect to be paid, although employees nearly always have a written employment contract to document the existence of a formal work relationship. more

 

Social Security:

Belgium has a comprehensive system of social security, which applies to all residents. more

 

Unemployment Benefit:

Unemployment insurance is mandatory for all employees in Belgium, contributions are shared between employers and employees. more

 

Pensions:

All employees and self-employed people in Belgium pay compulsory contributions to state funds for old age and invalidity pensions. more

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