Visa application
All information on how to apply for visa's can be found on the UAntwerp Visa page. Please note that the procedure described there does not apply to VLIR-UOS scholars. If you are receiving a VLIR-UOS scholarship, you will receive specific visa instructions from the VLIR-UOS scholarship office.
Proof of solvency
A proof of solvency is required for the visa application and highly recommended for self-sponsoring students. The proof of solvency issued by the University of Antwerp is accepted by Belgian Embassies to proof the financial solvency of students.
The student will transfer a certain amount to the University of Antwerp, i.e. € 1000 per month in Belgium; a total of € 12,000 and € 100 handling fee for one academic year (12 months). Upon receipt, IOB issues the proof of solvency that enables the applicant to start his/her visa application.
Prior to arrival in Antwerp, the student opens a Belgian bank account for which he/she will receive instructions. The University of Antwerp will transfer this sum in 3 instalments.
Who can apply?
The following applicants can apply for a proof of solvency:
- applicants who have obtained a (provisional) letter of acceptance and have exhausted all other possibilities to provide evidence of sufficient financial means needed to obtain student visa type D
- students who need to extend a valid residence permit for a new academic year if already studying at the University of Antwerp
Procedure
Submit a request for a proof of solvency to greet.annaert@uantwerp.be.
Important remarks
- A proof of solvency can only be issued if the exact required amount is received. If a higher amount is transferred, the student will not receive the surplus.
- Transaction costs are at the charge of the sender.
- Registration fees cannot be transferred within the framework of a proof of solvency.