Authorisation of stay for persons of independent means (Art. 9 Aliens Act) (Machtiging tot verblijf (art. 9) / Autorisation de séjour (art. 9))
Authorisation of stay for persons of independent means (Art. 9 Aliens Act) is a residence route in Belgium (Eigen middelen). No dedicated passive-income visa. Retirees/rentiers may request discretionary Art. 9 stay via consulate: proof of stable ample income/assets, health insurance, housing, clean record, Belgian ties. No published threshold; outcome uncertain (LOW confidence). DOFI admin fee ~€350 per adult (approx).
Passive-income and financially independent residence →Requirements at a glance
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 income, progressive 25–50%; 30% on dividends; 10% capital-gains tax on financial assets from 2026
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.
| Categorie | Eigen middelen |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Leges (gezin) | CHF 700 |
| Inkomen / jr | — |
| Vermogen | — |
| Min. verblijf | — |
| PV | 5 |
| Staatsburgerschap | 5 |
| Werk | no |
| Komt in aanmerking | Non-EU nationals; fully discretionary |
| Belasting | Worldwide income, progressive 25–50%; 30% on dividends; 10% capital-gains tax on financial assets from 2026 |
| Stand | 2026-10 |
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