Belgium: The 2025–2029 Federal Coalition Agreement Advocates a “Targeted Economic Selection”
Supported by growth in the construction and services sectors, Belgium’s GDP rose by 1.1% year-over-year (seasonally and calendar adjusted).The 2025–2029 Federal Coalition Agreement aims to “ensure the long-term economic competitiveness of the country by attracting talent and skills.” The key guidelines of this new policy can be summarized as follows: Revision of shortage occupation listsEach region (Flanders, Wallonia,
French Immigration Rules: an Update
In 2025, France implemented several legislative, regulatory, and practical changes in immigration policy. These updates primarily focus on exceptional admission to residence, residence permits, employment conditions for foreigners, and procedures relating to asylum and integration. The circular issued on January 23, 2025, prioritizes exceptional residence permits for foreign workers employed in occupations and regions facing labor shortages. The
Lexial aux Etats-Unis
Depuis bientôt vingt ans, Lexial assiste des chefs d’entreprise et des investisseurs étrangers qui veulent s’établir, souvent avec leur famille, en Europe – en particulier en France, en Belgique et en Suisse. Cette demande reste forte y compris en France malgré le contexte politique et à Bruxelles, où l’on travaille au sursaut européen indispensable pour rester dans la
Welcome
Founded in 2007, Lexial is a law firm with offices in Paris, Brussels and Geneva. Our areas of expertise are business immigration (French Talent Passports and other long duration visas, Belgian Single Permits and Professional cards, Swiss business visas), and international criminal law.
We also provide an assistance regarding EU sanctions (restrictive measures) and general business and employment law.
Swiss, Belgian and French immigration and criminal lawyers of Lexial are continuously ranked among the best in these fields.
Our international law office was created in a spirit of innovation and with the desire to implement a distinctly modern approach to the practice of law. Lexial’s innovative geographical footprint allows the firm to serve customers in Brussels, Paris and Geneva dealing with European and international legal issues.
In addition to a selection of traditional legal services in business and employment law, the firm has developed a specialized practice in international immigration law as well as in international criminal and political law. Lexial is every year classified as a leader among immigration lawyers and international criminal lawyers.
FAQ
How to Get French Tech Visa and Talent Passport ?
The French Tech Visa is an initiative by the French Government to support the French startup ecosystem both in France and internationally and attract new talent with experience…
How to Get Belgian Work Permit ?
Belgium applies the Directive 2011/98/EU since January 3rd, 2019. The conditions to obtain a « Single
Work Permit » have changed but you can manage this process smoothly…
Are There any “Fast Tracks” to get French Residency and/or Citizenship ?
Obtaining French residency and/or citizenship can be a long way. But some “fast tracks” are available:
VLS TS Visitor, French Degree, and other specific provisions hidden in the law…
How to Challenge EU Sanctions ?
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“EU sanctions” are known in EU law as “restrictive measures”, the purpose of which being “intended to
bring a change of policy or activity by the targeted country, a part of…
What should I do if I am a victim of a crime in France?
You can file a complaint or go directly to the competent court. After investigation, the perpetrator may
be prosecuted. In this case, you can ask for compensation…
What can I do if I am a victim of a crime in Belgium?
You can file a complaint or file a civil suit with an investigating judge. After the investigation, the perpetrator may be prosecuted. In this case, you can ask for compensation…
What Can I Do if a French Prefecture Does not React in Due Time ?
Since 2021, some French Prefectures hardly managed their obligation to deal with requests for renewal of residence permits, Talent Passports, VLS TS, etc. The issue came from the fact…
French Immigration and Criminal Lawyers
French Immigration and Criminal Lawyers