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Employing a foreigner in Flanders: categories
For foreigners coming to work in Flanders, the employer must first obtain a work permit. The type of work the foreigner will perform determines whether they will be admitted to the labour market.
Categories of foreign workers who are eligible
Unless you are exempt, a work permit can only be granted if the foreigner’s work is part of the following categories. Separate conditions and procedures apply to each category.