There is no perfect place, and Belgium is no different. Like every country, Belgium has its flaws, known to everyone living there. Three regions, three languages With three different regions speaking three distinct languages, the problem becomes evident. In Flanders, you’ll need to communicate primarily in...

Often called East Belgium or just German-speaking Community, the German-speaking region of Belgium is the smallest out of all four of them. If you’re a native or fluent German speaker, you might think about moving there – but is it worth it? Facts about East Belgium Belgium’s division into...

Marriage is one of the life milestones for most people, the wedding day being unforgettable for most. What does getting married look like in Belgium? Documentation and process To get married in Belgium, you need a specific set of documents. First and foremost, the essential thing to have is an ID in any form, such...

While choosing a country to work and live in until the end, it’s vital to look at the local retirement program. How does it work, and is it worth retiring in Belgium? Retiring in Belgium The retirement age in Belgium is 65 for both men and women. However, this is not necessarily a typical age to retire. Most...

Among the top 50 cities to live and study in, Brussels was voted one of them. Is the capital of Belgium as good of a place for a student as they suggest? Universities in Brussels There are multiple universities in Brussels, educating their students in a wide variety of subjects. Some of the biggest universities in...

Belgium is a great place to have a baby. With its high child benefits and excellent healthcare quality, future parents can put their minds at ease. But what exactly makes childbirth and care so great in Belgium? Reproductive healthcare Reproductive and sexual healthcare in Belgium is at its highest quality, which...

Football is the most popular sport in Belgium, played ever since the 19th century. In 1895 the Royal Belgian Football Association was founded to bring structure into the sport growing more and more popular. Belgian national teams Belgian men’s national football team is a team of football players representing...

When moving to a different country, we need to make many important, life-making decisions. One of them is our accommodation options, such as renting a flat or a house and buying one. Let’s look at one of those options – buying a property in Belgium. Cons of buying instead of renting Around 73% of...

Volleyball is not the most popular sport in Belgium but has loyal fans throughout the entire country. It is handled entirely by Royal Belgian Volleyball Federation, split into two fractions: VVC for Dutch-speaking and AIF for French-speaking. Belgian National Teams Belgian men’s national volleyball team is a...

Bruges is often called “Venice of the North” not without reason. It’s a lovely city to visit while on cation, there’s no doubt about it, but how about living there? Is the charm still present while being a local and seeing it every day? A quiet place to be Despite being often overflown with...