- Belgium has three public job services: VDAB, Actiris and Le Forem.
- Each region sets its own salary threshold for highly skilled workers.
- Your employer applies for the single permit.
- Brussels has the most English speaking jobs.
Belgium is three job markets in one. Flanders, Brussels and Wallonia each have their own employment service and their own permit thresholds. Brussels is the most international, with many English speaking roles around the EU institutions and international companies.
The best job sites in Belgium
| Site | Type | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| VDAB | Official | Flanders: the largest number of vacancies |
| Actiris | Official | Brussels |
| Le Forem | Official | Wallonia |
| StepStone Belgium | Private | Professional and graduate roles |
| Jobat | Private | Belgian job site, strong in Flanders |
| Indeed Belgium | Private | Volume and alerts |
| Network | International companies in Brussels and Antwerp | |
| EU Careers (EPSO) | Public sector | EU institutions, mostly open to EU citizens |
Before you apply: the work permit in one paragraph
Your employer applies for the single permit, which combines work and residence. The 2026 highly skilled thresholds are €48,912 a year in Flanders, €3,703.44 a month in Brussels and €53,220 a year in Wallonia (regional thresholds 2026).
See current English speaking jobs in Belgium on my live job board for Belgium, updated automatically.
How to use these sites well
- Pick your region first. The language, the job portal and the salary threshold all depend on it.
- Search in three languages. English, Dutch and French titles bring different results.
- Target Brussels for English roles. International companies and organisations work in English most.
- Check the regional threshold. Compare your offer with the threshold of the region where you will work.
- Apply directly when possible. Many large employers prefer applications through their own career pages.
For other countries, see local job portals in Europe, and read why applications get rejected before you send the next one.
Common questions
Which job site is best in Belgium?
Use the public service of your region (VDAB, Actiris or Le Forem), plus StepStone, Jobat and LinkedIn.
Can I work in Brussels with English only?
In many international roles, yes. Dutch or French opens far more jobs.
Who applies for the Belgian work permit?
Your employer applies for the single permit in the region where you will work.
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