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Applying for nationality (language skills different from regional)
Hi all, I live in Flanders and i have all requirements for applying for nationality. For the languages though, i only know French (also have B1). Does anybody managed to get the nationality without knowing the language of the region? We just moved here from Brussels. I would appreciate any help.
The only exception to language is when working 5 year uninterrupted, the work satisfies the language requirement and is no proof is required to prove.
The law on nationality is a national one, there is no regional difference. You can submit the language requirement for any of the 3 national languages.
If you have B1 French, you're capable of googling your answer too.
You need to know one of the national languages, it doesn't have to be the language of the region you live in (even though that would make more sense).
I would recommend acquiring a working knowledge of Dutch anyway, regardless of the citizenship issue.
Yep, if you are planning to live here, you should learn the language.
