Working in Brussels

As a first world city, the business environment in Brussels is fast-paced, demanding and aggressive. Many of the English speaking companies are either connected with the European Union or with NATO, and jobs with these institutions are extremely competitive.

Once you do land a job in Brussels, expats will be relieved to find that the actual act of doing business in Brussels is fairly laid-back. The majority of the professional world speaks English, the city is small and compact enough to get around easily, and everyone loves a business lunch meeting. Belgians are not averse to a midday glass of wine or two.

You are required to have a work visa to commence employment. This can be applied for at the Belgian consulate in your country. EU Nationals can work without a permit in Brussels.

It could be next to impossible to find a job outside the city of Brussels without speaking Flemish.