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Can you obtain Belgian citizenship without living in Belgium by running a business?
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At C. Harris, we specialize in tax compliance, financial audits, and forensic accounting. Our team implements rigorous methodologies and cutting-edge software to ensure accurate and transparent financial reporting for our clients.
Compliance asessment
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE SUPPORT
- Personalised review of your current immigration and legal position, submitted documents, and compliance risks - Recommendation of the optimal pathway (business, work, family, study, investment) based on your profile and goals - Identification of gaps versus Belgian residence and citizenship requirements and the exact elements you need to build for a successful profile - Detailed evaluation of eligibility as an entrepreneur for a Professional Card, including company creation, business acquisition, or real‑estate‑linked economic activity - Assessment of required investment amounts, economic relevance, job‑creation potential, professional qualifications, and region‑specific criteria affecting regional authority decisions
PRACTICAL INSIGHTS FOR RESIDENCE & CITIZENSHIP
Pathway planning & strategy
Can you obtain Belgian citizenship without living in Belgium? Find out which routes, exceptions, and successful profile elements might make it possible — and get a prioritized plan to meet requirements or traditional pathways when physical residence criteria is met. We create a personalised roadmap for your move to Belgium, starting with an initial eligibility review and ending with permit renewal or settlement: clear timelines, step‑by‑step milestones, and a customised documentation checklist; practical financial setup guidance including recommended banking options, funding structure and investment planning, tax implications and registration steps, estimated costs and cashflow staging, risk mitigation and contingency options, and a prioritized action plan you can follow or have us execute on your behalf.
Application preparation & submission
START BELGIUM
- Professional Card & Sole proprietorship application. Preparation, review, and filing of Professional Card applications and the corresponding self‑employed/sole proprietorship residence permit files for non‑EU nationals, including preparation of supporting documents, assistance with visa D application, preparation and follow‑up of applications with Belgian authorities (business one‑stop shops, INASTI, regional authorities, commercial court registries, consulates and municipal/immigration offices), and liaison on information requests. - Business plan preparation & review (Professional Card & Sole proprietorship). Craft or evaluate the business plan required for Professional Card and sole proprietorship applications, with market analysis, financial projections, and compliance‑focused narrative to maximise approval chances. - Application preparation & submission. Compilation, review, and filing residence/permit applications and supporting documents on your behalf, complete required immigration and municipal forms, coordinate certified translations and apostilles, book consular appointments, track application progress, respond to authorities’ requests, and provide clients with clear submission confirmations and next‑step guidance.
Consulting Services
LAUNCH YOUR COMPANY, HASSLE-FREE
​- Business setup & investment facilitation. End‑to‑end company incorporation and structuring: company type selection, BCE registration, permits, shareholder agreements, payroll setup, accounting workflows, and investor readiness.  - Local banking & account opening assistance. Personalised introductions to trusted banks, guidance on required documentation, help completing KYC, support attending meetings or completing remote onboarding, and follow‑up to activate business and personal accounts. - Introductions to regulated professionals. Vetted referrals and coordination with immigration lawyers, tax attorneys, accountants, notaries, and licensed specialists; we brief partners, transfer documentation, and manage communications to deliver cohesive, compliant advice when legal or fiscal representation is needed.
SETTLE SMOOTHLY IN BELGIUM
Relocation Services
- Housing search & lease support. Market brief, tailored listings, viewing coordination, lease review and negotiation to secure suitable accommodation quickly. - Move coordination & logistics. Recommendations for movers, customs/import guidance for personal effects, scheduling and oversight to streamline your arrival. - Municipal registration & address setup. Guidance and direct support with commune appointments, required documents, and address registration needed for residence permits. - Utilities & local connections. Assistance setting up electricity, water, internet, and local SIMs; introductions to property managers and service providers. - Healthcare & social registrations. Help enrolling in Belgian healthcare, obtaining health insurance, and registering for social security where relevant. - Schooling & childcare support. School search, enrolment assistance, and local educational advice for families. - Orientation & integration. Welcome briefing (local customs, transport, banking, neighbourhoods), language and cultural resource recommendations, and ongoing concierge support for settling‑in tasks.