After your studies
Planning to stay in West Flanders after graduation? Great! By applying for an orientation year, you can extend your stay by 12 months to find a job or start your own business. Learn more about how it works below.
Did you study in Belgium and would you like to stay here after you graduate? Then apply for a 1 year residence permit as a graduate in an orientation year. This way you have the time to find your perfect job or start your own business, and to discover all the assets of West Flanders!
find your way
Still not sure what you want to do after your studies but sure about staying on in West Flanders? Here are some guidelines to apply for an orientation year.
Applying for an orientation year
Check the Study in Flanders website to find out what an orientation year is and how you can apply for it. The site also contains plenty of inspiring testimonials from fellow graduates.
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Working & studying in West Flanders
Practical information for a smooth transition and a great career take-off in West Flanders.