What is changing in Belgium for care in 2025: the blocked account is becoming essential

Studely
December 4, 2025

Do you plan to study in Belgium in 2025 ? So you need to know that the rules have changed. Since this year, the Belgian authorities have tightened the conditions for financial support by a guarantor. An evolution that is pushing more and more students to turn to a simpler, safer, and above all accepted solution: The blocked account.
In this article, we explain to you what is changing in concrete terms, why guarantors are increasingly being refused, and why The account blocked via Studely is the most reliable way to get your student visa.

Why have the Belgian authorities tightened care conditions?


Since January 2025, Belgium has strengthened the criteria related to the act of care (also called annex 32). The objective? Reduce fraud, ensure that guarantors are really in a position to support the student, and protect the host system.
Here are the new requirements that will be applied in 2025:

  • The guarantor must prove at least 12 months of stable income before applying
  • The net income required has been increased, it is a minimum of €3,000 net per month.
  • The guarantor must legally reside in Belgium or in an EU country
  • The files are checked more strictly, with numerous refusals for incomplete files or insufficient income.
    Source: Immigration Office

What are the consequences for you, future studies

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The blocked account: a solution adapted to the new rules

    Faced with this uncertainty, the blocked account is becoming the solution recommended by Belgian embassies and universities. Here's how it works:
  • You pay an amount covering your living expenses into a secure account (around €10020 for one year)
  • You get a official certificate an irrevocable transfer to be attached to your visa file
  • Once in Belgium, You get a portion of the sum every month on your personal account

Source: Université Libre de Bruxelles, UCLouvain

Simple, clear, effective. And above all, without depending on anyone.

Why choose Studely for your locked account?

    Studely is now the reference for international students who want to open a secure blocked account.
  • 100% online, no paperwork
  • Certificate issued in 48 hours max
  • Accepted by all Belgian embassies
  • Full refund in case of visa refusal
  • Personalized assistance throughout the procedure

With Studely, you choose the tranquility and speed, and you are putting all the chances on your side to get your visa without stress.

In 2025, the blocked account becomes the most reliable way


The numbers speak for themselves: more and more students are being refused their visa applications because of an invalid guarantor. Belgian embassies, municipalities and the Immigration Office officially recommend our blocked account.
Source:https://dofi.ibz.be/fr

So, if you want to avoid unpleasant surprises, save time and Choose a quick method, clear and accepted.


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        December 4, 2025
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