Family & Pets

Embark on a new chapter abroad in Belgium with your entire family: learn all about childcare, fun activities, and how to bring and care for your pets.

Child benefits in Belgium: a guide for expat families

Belgium’s child benefits can be a valuable form of support, but the rules can be confusing for international families. Since Belgium manages family allowances regionally rather than through a single national system, Brussels, Flanders, Wallonia, and the German-speaking Community each run their own schemes. This guide breaks down how regional eligibility works, what you can […]

The Belgian family unit

In Belgium, the most efficient matriarchy is cleverly disguised as a patriarchy. Here’s a guide to who’s boss in the Belgian family structure.

The family reunion visa in Belgium

Find out about family reunion visas, who can apply, and the application process to join or visit your close family members in Belgium.

Childcare in Belgium

Belgium has a comprehensive childcare system, with a variety of daycares, crèches, playgroups, childminders, and pre-schools available.

Preschools in Belgium

Discover all you need to know about preschools in Belgium, including the different options available, the registration process, and more.

Pets in Belgium

From pet passports and registration to insurance and health services, find out everything there is to know about owning a pet in Belgium.