🇧🇪 Belgium · Seasonal Work
Seasonal Worker (Travailleur saisonnier) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €2,190 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €358 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 9 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://dofi.ibz.be/en/themes/third-country-nationals/work/seasonal-workers.
- Typical processing: ~90 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €2,190.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The employer must apply to the competent Region (=the worker’s principal place of work).”
“proof of having health insurance covering all risks in Belgium;”
“an extract from the criminal record or an equivalent document, which is not older than six months and confirms that he has not been convicted of crimes;”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.