Master's at K.U.Leuven - Non-EEA
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Regulative framework
The international English-language Master’s programmes at K.U.Leuven are organised within the BA-MA structure. Comprehensive information concerning admission requirements, language requirements, deadlines, etc., is available on K.U.Leuven's English-language web pages.Definition
This form concerns non-EEA citizens who participate in an international English-language Master’s degree programme, either with a scholarship or with their own means.Status
Status in Belgium:- With respect to the Belgian government, they have the status of student. Students only have the right to stay in Belgium if they, in a foreign country, have received an authorisation for a provisional residence (visa type D), are registered in the Foreigners’ Register upon their arrival and have received proof of registration (white identity card) from the Foreigners’ Register (BIVR). Thus, they must request an authorisation for provisional residence from the Belgian embassy or consulate in the country in which they legally reside. To this end, the applicant must provide a valid passport, permission to register as a student, a proof of financial means, a certificate of good behaviour and a medical certificate. It is recommended to begin this procedure at least four months before departure to Belgium. The International Office co-ordinates all the administration in this regard.
- They have the status of "student" and must enrol at the Registrar’s Office as Master’s students. The enrolment fee is stipulated by the university’s governing body.
- Upon enrolment, they receive all the necessary certificates for their stay at K.U.Leuven and in Belgium. They must present themselves to the municipal offices within 8 business days. In the event that they have a scholarship, the International Office co-ordinates the scholarship administration.
Research type
Participation in a Master's programme.Financing
A scholarship is possible for the duration of the study programme.| Fiscal status | Entirely tax-exempt. |
| Social security contributions | Exempt. |
| Scholarship amount | This depends on the budget of the financial source; the scholarship must equal between 860 euro per month (minimum) and 100% of the net salary of an assistant (maximum). |
Status concerning the immigration authorities
No work permit is required.Required insurance
- Accident and third party civil liability: as a student, in effect after registration
- Health insurance: required registration with a Belgian health insurance company as student. After registration in the Foreigners’ Register, they can register as residents.
- Insurance for personal third party civil liability: purchase required upon enrolment (13 euro), with the exception of students who can prove that they are already covered by a personal third party civil liability policy.
Regulations
Not in effect.
