ABRA - the Association of Belgian Relocation Agents

The Da Vinci International School Antwerp has been a hub for expat life in Antwerp for over 25 years. As part of our member spotlight series, we had a chat with founder Ilse De Souter and External Relations and Admissions lead, Manou Cohen, to find out more.   If you’re moving to Antwerp, check out what the Da Vinci school has to offer not just for your children, but also for you right here:   https://bit.ly/abradavinci #Expat #ABRA #DaVinciSchool #Antwerp #InternationalSchool

The FIDI Global Alliance State of the Industry 2024 report dropped a week ago. It presents a non-nonsense, cleareyed view of the global removal industry. There’s no denying that 2023 was a challenging year, with the years ahead presenting more hurdles to be crossed.   The report is essential reading for anyone in the global mobility sector, as the challenges outlined there impact us all. Our latest Industry Update takes a look at the key takeaways from the report, and you can find it here:   https://bit.ly/abrafidi #GlobalMobility #ABRA #FIDI #SOTI

The ABRA team recently attended the EuRA - European Relocation Association conference in Portugal. We met many interesting people at an event filled with enlightening events.   One such event touched on the increase of one-day service requirements. Any relocation agent knows that this type of need can be challenging (let's be honest: near on impossible). So, what should you do if a client requests it? We’ve brought back some ideas from the EuRA conference to address this need and share them with you in our latest industry update: https://lnkd.in/euSueYcz #ABRArelocation #EuRA #relocation #industryupdate #trendreport #expat #insight

As more companies than ever look to the world stage for their new talent, global mobility is on top of many HR team’s agenda. But how can you balance the need for new team members with a recruitment budget?   In our latest Industry Update, we take a look at how you can make your global mobility strategy both cost and time efficient. Read more here:   https://lnkd.in/eMjiWJwQ #relocation #abra #belgium

A huge thank you to the wonderful team including FRANKY VAN DEN BROUCKE, Nina Zynga, Dirk-Jan Palland, and Amélie Darquennes at ING Belgium for hosting our recent AGM and Member Meeting. And with keynote speaker Brigitte Lievens to explain the updated #ExpatTaxStatus, the event drew an impressive crowd. It was a pleasure to have so many new members and familiar faces come together for another #ABRA #networking event. Event pictures are now online! https://lnkd.in/e9ExxJRk #relocation #Belgium #relocationprofessionals #membermeeting

It’s estimated that there are over 600,000 company cars in Belgium. This is testament to the long-standing expectation that certain types of job will include a car as standard.   So, how are businesses delivering on these employee expectations whilst still working towards a sustainable future? A recent PWC survey looked into this and how companies plan to balance these two competing needs. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eqE8pia6 #relocation #sustainability #ABRA #Belgium #employeebenefits #workinginBelgium #companycar

Antwerp is one of the largest, most historic cities in Belgium. But though the city’s roots run deep into the past, #Antwerp has its sights set on the future. With new initiatives about to arrive which will attract new #business and #innovation to the region, we take a look at Antwerp’s history and present.   So, if you’re looking for a home for your new idea, new business or are looking for a new role at the cutting edge of technology, then take a look at our industry update to see why you should come to Antwerp: https://lnkd.in/e27YBzpy With thanks to Sofie Pauwels and the Business in Antwerp team at Stad Antwerpen for helping us put the final touches to this ✨ #StadAntwerpen #Ondernemen #Expats #GlobalMobility #Investment #Relocation #Entrepreneurship #HealthTech #CarbonReduction #PortofAntwerp

Our very own ABRA Board is in Portugal for the inspirational #EuRA2024. As always, the EuRA - European Relocation Association conference has a packed agenda and is a must visit for anyone involved with #globalmobility. If you’re in Vilamoura and see eric klitsch , Fiona Klomp , Deborah Loones , Julie Flémal , or Cristina RASCON don’t forget to say hello! #relocation #abra #belgium

If you’re planning a trip to Belgium for less than 90 days, then you might need a visa. Depending on where you’re from, it might even be essential for you to get into the country.   But how do you get one? And where from? And how much is it? We cover that and more in our latest industry update.   https://lnkd.in/eFDZ2Yit Our thanks to Massimo Maesen of Belgium & Luxembourg Expat Management Group for his help in making this piece happen.   #relocation #abra #belgium #globalmobility #visa #expatlife