Bright Expats Brussels

27/04/2023

📌 2 years after integrating with Packimpex, we are now in the process of moving the integration forward. That's why we invite you to follow the Packimpex page where you will find updates on the relocation business as well as news on upcoming Expat workshops that we organise in Belgium

13/04/2023

REMINDER BREAKFAST WORKSHOPS Thursday 20 April "Expats and the mobility in Brussels ||
As you know (or experience), one of Brussels’ main challenge is the mobility. Are you wondering what are the mobility projects in Brussels ? Or are you interested in alternative means of transport to the car but you wonder how can you finance those?
Then, our upcoming breakfast and workshops are for you. Please book 20 April in your agenda and come and meet:
- Frederik DEPOORTERE (describing himself as Bicycle Manager at Brussels Mobility) who will share with you the new mobility projects for the city
- KBC expert who will speak about the financing possibilities for alternative mobility.
Just register, come along and enjoy some coffee, croissants and good company...
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Register here https://bit.ly/3V8dYAK
Bright Expats is now Packimpex. If you want to stay informed about our next events, please follow Packimpex

05/04/2023

BREAKFAST WORKSHOPS Thursday 20 April "Expats and the mobility in Brussels ||
As you know (or experience), one of Brussels’ main challenge is the mobility. Are you wondering what are the mobility projects in Brussels ? Or are you interested in alternative means of transport to the car but you wonder how can you finance those?
Then, our upcoming breakfast and workshops are for you. Please book 20 April in your agenda and come and meet:
- Frederik DEPOORTERE (describing himself as Bicycle Manager at Brussels Mobility) who will share with you the new mobility projects for the city
- KBC expert who will speak about the financing possibilities for alternative mobility.
Just register, come along and enjoy some coffee, croissants and good company...
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Register here https://bit.ly/3V8dYAK

Bright Expats is now Packimpex. If you want to stay informed about our next events, please follow Packimpex

20/10/2022

REMINDER||BREAKFAST WORKSHOPS Thursday 27 October "Purchasing real estate in Brussels || Are you renting a place in a city you love and, every now and then, dream of a place that would be yours? But you do not really know where to start, how to screen the market, how you can close a loan, what investment would make sense in your position…
Then, our upcoming breakfast and workshops are for you. Please book 27 October in your agenda and come and meet:
Christophe van den Bosch, real estate agent @ Latour et Petit, sharing his insights on the housing market trend
Kim Uyên Pham, Mortgage loan and insurance expert for expats Brussel, sharing all one needs to know before closing a loan to purchase a home
Just register, come along and enjoy some coffee, croissants and good company...
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Register here https://bit.ly/3V8dYAK

14/10/2022

Are you making long-term plans for your stay in Belgium? Perhaps you are thinking of buying a house in Belgium. Then take a look at this article for an overview of the Belgian property market:
https://www.expatica.com/be/housing/buying/buying-a-property-in-belgium-106778/?utm_source=301&utm_medium=redirect&utm_campaign=2020-04-17
And if you want to learn more on the subject, we invite you to join our workshop on the subject on Thursday 27th October. Just register here https://bit.ly/3V8dYAK

We explain the process of buying a property in Belgium, whether you're after an off-plan home, new-build, or furnished apartment.

07/10/2022

BREAKFAST WORKSHOPS Thursday 27 October "Purchasing real estate in Brussels || Are you renting a place in a city you love and, every now and then, dream of a place that would be yours? But you do not really know where to start, how to screen the market, how you can close a loan, what investment would make sense in your position…

Then, our upcoming breakfast and workshops are for you. Please book 27 October in your agenda and come and meet:
Christophe van den Bosch, real estate agent @ Latour et Petit, sharing his insights on the housing market trend
Kim Uyên Pham, Mortgage loan and insurance expert for expats Brussel, sharing all one needs to know before closing a loan to purchase a home

Just register, come along and enjoy some coffee, croissants and good company...
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Register here https://bit.ly/3V8dYAK

Location
Bright Expats Office
Avenue de Broqueville 40 1200 Brussels

Programme
* 8h30: Welcome
* 9h00: Session 1 “Main trends of the housing market”
* 9h45: Q&A
* 10h00: Session 2 “How to close a loan to purchase real estate”
* 10h45: Q&A
* 11h 15: End
Registration https://bit.ly/3V8dYAK

14/09/2022

Want to study abroad? Gain international experience with a Master’s degree and find a job within 3 months of graduation!
Connect with top-ranked colleges from around the globe and get advice on your next career steps!
✅ Take part in one-to-one meetings with admissions officers and educational consultants
✅ Gain valuable insights on professional internship opportunities by Belgium
✅ Attend an exclusive admission consulting workshop by France
✅ Bring a friend or a co-worker and be 1 of the 10 winners of €1000 scholarship.

Get these benefits and more at the Masters event on September 27 at Grand Place in Brussels. ➡️ https://www.accessmasterstour.com/link/K8k

13/09/2022

You have the power to shape your own future. Talk to some of the top business schools in Belgium & around the world – , , , , Paris, Erasmus University and more. Ask them about their MBA programmes and discuss how they can help you upgrade your salary with an MBA. Join the Access MBA event in Brussels on September 26 and see where your opportunities can take you.
Register for free participation: https://www.accessmba.com/link/K8l

19/05/2022

For the ones who do not own a car but sometimes might need one to move around, the CAR SHARING service available everywhere in Belgium can be the perfect answer. Check this video in which is explained how Cambio Car Sharing works.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYOfemvticw

From your registration to the return of the car. This film explains everything you need to know about CarSharing with cambio in a few minutes.- What should I...

12/05/2022

>> Bringing a pet in Belgium

You must comply with Belgian regulations when bringing a pet to Belgium, such as microchipping and registration with the local authorities for certain pets.

09/05/2022

Moving to another country with your whole family can mean a whole change in the scholarship of your children. Check this website to understand how the Belgian scholar system works. If you are interested in this subject we will have a workshop about this on 28 april 2022.
https://www.scholaro.com/pro/Countries/belgium/Education-System

There are 3 different kinds of schools in Belgium, namely community schools, subsidized public schools, and subsidized free schools which are normally affiliated to the Catholic Church. Private home education is permissible too, and these numbers are rising slowly. Education is compulsory between ag...

05/05/2022

Lazy weekend and you want to discover a peaceful and historical place in Belgium? Go visit the hospital Notre Dame à la Rose located in Lessine.
https://www.notredamealarose.be/en/

A magical and timeless place One of the oldest hospitals in Europe! A majestic and authentic architectural ensemble. A rich and original heritage site : Baroque chapel, cloister, gardens, sick ward, convent… A most enchanting place where cares of soul and body were combined… The cloister The clo...

03/05/2022

Dear parents,
are you looking for language courses or language stays for your children during the holidays? Mablingua might be the perfect solution for you. Mablingua offers language courses and stays abroad tailored to your needs. Don't hesitate to contact Natalia for more information https://mablingua.com/home

02/05/2022

Feeling foreigner in your native land can happen when retourning home after an assignment abroad according to this . However, it also reveals managing this unexpected feeling is possible to ensure a successful transition. By Harvard Business Review
https://hbr.org/2017/10/how-to-return-home-after-an-assignment-abroad

The reverse culture shock may surprise you.

25/04/2022

Have you relocated to Brussels with your partner and/or your family?
We know it can take a while before we feel settled in a new environment.
To help you know more about the support available for expat's partner and to learn some tips and tricks when moving to Brussels with children, join our workshop this Thursday 28th April.
Our experts will share their experience and insight with you to make your transition smoother
If you are interested, please register here https://bit.ly/3DiC9nB
Program:
Sophie Rottiers, certified intercultural and career coach, will tell us more on expat partner support and development opportunities.
Carol O’Riordan, field consultant, will share tips and tricks on what it is like to move to Brussels with kids.
and Eléonore van Rijckevorsel, school search specialist, will share some insights on the main school systems.

21/04/2022

NEXT WEEK|| REMINDER|| Breakfast Workshops 28 April 2022. You can still register here https://bit.ly/3DiC9nB
We invite you to join the KBC Brussels and Bright Expats breakfast and interactive sessions on 28 April 2022.
This first workshop of the year will be dedicated to expats families:
Sophie Rottiers, certified intercultural and career coach, will tell us more on expat partner support and development opportunities.
Carol O’Riordan, field consultant, will share tips and tricks on what it is like to move to Brussels with kids.
and Eléonore van Rijckevorsel, school search specialist, will share some insights on the main school systems.
Interested? Register here https://bit.ly/3DiC9nB

18/04/2022

The majority of today's families comprise two working partners, both wanting to pursue a long-term career. How do you tackle the problem when one spouse doesn't receive a working permit?
https://www.expatexchange.com/article/2384/Work-Abroad-Solutions-for-Expat-Spouses
We will also tell you more on expat partner support and development opportunities in our Expat families Workshop on 28 april 2022. So if you are interested, don't hesitate to register here https://bit.ly/3DiC9nB

Despite an increasingly global society the problem of the career of the expatriate spouse still remains unsolved. The majority of today's families comprise two working partners, both wanting to pursue a long-term career. The number one reason for foreign assignment failure remains spousal and famili...

12/04/2022

Do you need some more information about the different school systems that are available in belgium?
https://www.expatica.com/be/education/children-education/education-in-belgium-100088/
Our Expat families Workshop on 28 april 2022 will also give you
an answer to your questions about this topic. If you are interested, register here https://bit.ly/3DiC9nB

Understanding education in Belgium can be difficult. Navigate the different systems and options to find a school that's right for your child.