Families with children without legal residence
Families with young children without legal residence who are in need can request assistance from the CPAS/OCMW of their place of residence.
Conditions
You can request a reception place for your family, if
- Your child is younger than 18 years old
- Your children are without legal residence
- Your children are in need: you need help to care for the children
Where to go?
You submit a request with the CPAS/OCMW of your place of residence. The CPAS/OCMW checks whether the conditions are met and forwards your request to Fedasil. This procedure can last 2 months.
Fedasil will offer you a reception location in a reception centre of the Immigration Office (IO). The Belgian government pays for your food and accommodation. A social worker will help you make a decision about your future and your children's future.
You can decide yourself whether to go to this reception place.
Towards a stable future
In the reception centre, you will find the time and calm to think about your future. You have three options:
- You can choose to return to your country of origin.
- You take the steps to stay in Belgium legally.
- You continue your journey to another country where you can legally reside.