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Planning a move to Belgium from the UK involves more than simply packing boxes. Understanding the essentials early will help your relocation run smoothly from start to finish.

Make sure your passport is valid and check Belgian immigration requirements for your situation (work, study, or family). For longer stays, you’ll typically need to register your residence with the local commune/municipality after arrival and apply for the appropriate permit. Keep in mind that Belgium has three regions: Brussels (Capital), Flanders and Wallonia - so administrative steps and language requirements can vary by location.

If you’re settling in for the long term, joining a Belgian health insurance fund (mutualité/ziekenfonds) should be an early priority. It’s also worth arranging day-to-day essentials such as a local bank account, mobile phone contract and utilities; tariffs and providers differ between regions and cities, so comparing options in advance can save time and cost.

If you’re bringing a UK-registered vehicle, you may need to register it with Belgium’s vehicle registration authority (DIV) after arrival. Check whether you can exchange your UK driving licence, arrange Belgian-compliant motor insurance, and familiarise yourself with local rules - major cities such as Brussels, Antwerp and Ghent operate Low Emission Zones that require vehicle pre-registration and impose fines for non-compliance.

For more detailed advice on planning your move to Belgium, get in touch with us today.