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at the Halabi & Associates office

IN 3 STEPS BEFORE THE APPOINTMENT

1

Fees

Please see our consultation fees and fee policy below

2

Quiz

Complete the online questionnaire before your appointment, based on your current situation

Fill out the questionnaire

3

Appointment

Book an appointment online via our website, or by phone with our customer relations representative

Contact the firm

Book an appointment in 5 steps

Our consulting fees

Our consultation fees

30 MINUTES
€ 250

Amount deducted from the procedural fees if the case is opened within 48 hours of the legal opinion being sent following the consultation*
  • Medical or humanitarian regularization
  • Renewal of residence permit & work permit
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SEE OUR FEE POLICY BELOW

Consultation Fees

45 MINUTES
€ 350

Amount deducted from the procedural fees if the case is opened within 48 hours of the legal opinion being sent following the consultation*
  • Single permit/blue card/work permit
  • Change of status
  • Unlimited/permanent stay
  • Nationality
  • Family reunification
  • Marriage and legal cohabitation
  • Child recognition
  • Student and post-study stays
  • Request to maintain residence/right to be heard
  • Unlimited/permanent stay
  • Exclusively with Mr. Halabi
  • Rentier Visa
  • Business card / investment
SEE OUR FEE POLICY BELOW

What do our consultation fees include?

2

Quiz

Complete the online questionnaire.

This step is mandatory

  • We create a contact record for each client in our case management system for optimal follow-up
  • Save time and dedicate 100% of your consultation to the strategy of your case
  • Each situation is examined before scheduling an appointment to assess the necessary consultation time and whether a procedure is feasible
  • Assignment of the most specialized lawyer for your situation
  • Your lawyer will prepare for the consultation several hours before the appointment, researching your situation and analyzing your documents before the first consultation

We therefore recommend that you send us a copy of all decisions you may have received in advance.

 

Here are some recommendations to help you complete the questionnaire

  1. Choose the type of questionnaire that best suits your situation.
  2. Fill in the questionnaire fields accurately.
  3. The questionnaire must be completed for/by the person for whom the application will be submitted.

General information required for all types of files:

  • Name and surname of the person for whom the application must be submitted
  • Nationality
  • Country of residence and, if in Belgium, address
  • Contact phone number
  • Contact email
  • Person's residency status: illegally or legally residing (if possible, specify the type of residency documents)
  • Description of your situation: This is the most important part. Please explain when you arrived in Belgium, the reason you are consulting us, whether you have already undergone any procedures in the past and their outcome, and whether you have family in Belgium. The more precise your description, the better we can prepare the questionnaire and develop a strategy
  • Would you like to receive information by email? This service keeps you up-to-date on any changes in the law or procedures. It is therefore recommended that you subscribe

Specific information to be included in the description of the situation, depending on the type of procedure:

For applications related to marriage, legal cohabitation, child recognition, or family reunification: please specify the nationality of the spouse/partner/child

For a single permit application : please specify the type of function, your qualifications, and the worker's residency status (in Belgium: legal or illegal residency/abroad).

For an economic immigration application, or for family or other reasons : please indicate whether you own assets or receive regular income (e.g., rent, dividends, pension) in Belgium or abroad that would allow you to be considered as having "sufficient resources".

For a nationality application: please specify the number of years of legal residence, the type of residence permit and your socio-economic integration (work, training, studies, etc.)

For a humanitarian or medical regularization application: please tell us if you have already submitted applications in the past and which ones, and describe your medical or humanitarian situation.

If you experience any difficulties (technical or otherwise) in completing this questionnaire, do not hesitate to contact Lena at the secretariat on 02/5031217 , she will be happy to help you.

DOWNLOAD THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE IN PDF FORMAT

Please fill out only one form , choosing the one that best applies to your current situation.

Once the questionnaire is completed and submitted, you can schedule an appointment

3

Appointment

Book an appointment online via our website, or by phone with our colleague, as you prefer:

At the office

Consultation fee payable at the office on the day of your appointment

Via video

Consultation fee payable remotely via Stripe with credit card

Either by contacting the secretariat at 02/503.12.17 

Monday and Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday to Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Call the secretary

OR on our website for an appointment with Mr. Halabi only

Website

Our fee policy

Except for legal proceedings*, we charge a fixed fee including VAT per type of procedure

* Refusal of marriage, legal cohabitation, child recognition…

What are the advantages of the package?

Our packages offer various benefits, so you can manage your budget

How are our packages calculated?

What do the packages include and what costs are covered? This package is always explained during the initial consultation and confirmed in the legal advice sent

Fee allocation

The fee is usually divided into 2 or 3 installments, after the first consultation

*Legal proceedings

We offer a combined fee structure that includes all our services up to the first hearing.
After that, we bill at an hourly rate.

What are the advantages of the package?

Includes all services necessary for the completion of the case

No unpleasant surprises related to overbilling

Transparency and clarity

Watch the explanatory video

How are our packages calculated?

The value

Value offered to the client: right to residency , work , Belgian social security , healthcare , in the event of a positive result

Expertise

The firm boasts 22 years of experience in the field.

Acknowledgement

The firm has received recognition as a "specialist in immigration law" from the Brussels Bar Association.

Time spent

Average time spent on each type of procedure, depending on its complexity, including follow-up with clients and responding to their emails during the procedure (often a minimum of 3 months to 1 year)

Internal costs

Internal costs (secretarial services, software and IT management tools, training, various legal subscriptions, etc.)

Fee breakdown in 4 stages of processing your case

1

Initial consultation

: Amount deducted from the procedural fees if the case is opened within 48 hours of sending the legal opinion following the consultation.*
  • Nationality
  • Unlimited/permanent stay
  • Family reunification
  • Legal cohabitation
  • Child recognition
  • Medical or humanitarian regularization
  • Single permit
  • Business card
  • Retirement stay or visa
  • Student stay
  • Change of status
  • Renewal of residence permit or work permit
  • * Deductible from the procedure
CONSULTATION FEE*

2

Preparatory Phase

The aim of this phase is to ensure the feasibility and chances of success of the case, based on an analysis of the documents submitted by the client.
  • Case analysis
  • Application and review of your file at the Immigration Office and your previous legal counsel (if applicable)
  • Sending you the list of required documents and all the information you need to complete your application
  • Verification and support to complete the file until it is optimal
  • Recommendations for completing the application or improving its chances of success, if necessary
  • Questions relating to the preparation of the file will be answered by email (exclusively).
  • One 15-20 minute phone call to answer any questions
FIRST PROVISION

3

Drafting and introduction phase of the procedure

  • New verification of all documents
  • Legal research tailored to your case, if necessary
  • Drafting a reasoned request based on facts and law
  • Internal review of the request by Mr. HALABI
  • Sending the request to the client for validation
  • Adjusting the request based on any feedback received
  • Preparation of the signed application, and its classified attachments, and sending as a PDF so that it can be submitted to the competent authority
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SECOND PROVISION

4

Follow-up phase until final decision.

Success fee in case of a positive decision, except for renewals of stay or change of status, or for applications to maintain stay.
  • Sending emails to the various relevant authorities to verify receipt of the file
  • Intervention at each important stage of the procedure with the competent authority
  • Regular follow-ups thanks to our workflow system
  • Sending additional information at the request of the competent authorities and/or in the event of a change in the client's situation
  • Responding to emails related to the ongoing procedure until a final decision is reached
  • Sending instructions for case follow-up in the event of a successful procedure, or analysis of the decision and proposed written strategy in the event of a refusal
SUCCESS FEE

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Customer Testimonials

“Thank you so much, sir, for everything. You lived up to your reputation; what more can I say than that you and your team were professional from the very first contact until the completion of my case, truly. You do exceptional work, sincerely and deeply, thank you.”
Customer, 5-star review
“I dealt with the law firm Halabi & Associates. It was an incredible experience. They were quick, credible, responsive to all questions, and cooperative with clients. I wouldn't hesitate to work with them again. They were incredibly kind and helpful with our case. I highly recommend them.”
Customer, 5-star review
“Simply the best! Maître Halabi fought tooth and nail for me. In the end, she won. A true professional with a wealth of experience. She meticulously followed up on my case and maintained excellent communication with her clients (she always replied to my emails incredibly quickly). It's a shame we can't give more stars; I would have gladly given her 10.”
Customer, 5-star review
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