EU/EFTA free movement registration (Annex 19 / E card) (Inschrijving burger van de Unie / Déclaration d'inscription (bijlage/annexe 19, E-kaart))
EU/EFTA free movement registration (Annex 19 / E card) is a residence route in Belgium (EU / EFTA 移動の自由). Register at the commune within 3 months (Annex 19); as self-sufficient person show sufficient resources (no fixed figure, ~GAMMI benchmark) + comprehensive health insurance. E card 5 yrs, E+ (permanent) after 5 yrs. Non-EU spouse/child get F card. Card fee ~€25/person (commune-dependent).
EU residence rights and relocation planning →Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide, progressive 25–50% + communal tax; 30% dividend WHT; 10% capital-gains tax on financial assets from 2026; securities-account tax
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| カテゴリー | EU / EFTA 移動の自由 |
|---|---|
| 投資額 | — |
| 手数料(家族) | CHF 70 |
| 所得 / 年 | — |
| 資産 | — |
| 最低滞在 | 0 |
| 永住権 | 5 |
| 市民権 | 5 |
| 就労 | yes |
| 対象者 | EU/EEA/CH only |
| 税金 | Worldwide, progressive 25–50% + communal tax; 30% dividend WHT; 10% capital-gains tax on financial assets from 2026; securities-account tax |
| 時点 | 2026-10 |
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