Blocked account

Blocked account at UCLouvain

UCLouvain offers you this service for visa applications, residence permit renewals and application for a year of job search.

Amounts for 2026-27:

*Family reunification: As part of family reunification applications, the required amounts for means of subsistence are subject to regular changes. In order to ensure access to accurate and up-to-date information, we invite you to consult the official website of the Belgian Immigration Office, where the most recent information is published: Immigration Office website. 

Please note that this theoretical amount is not sufficient to cover the real costs of living and studying in Belgium. The real cost of living can vary between €1,000 and €1,300 per month. This account is subject to indexation and will be reviewed every year by the Immigration Office. Also note that registration fee is not included in this amount.

The handling fee is not refundable even in the event of a visa refusal. Only exchange student for a stay of less than six months are exempt from handling fee.

For more information, see the Blocked Accounts Guide and FAQ.