Parking in Ghent Life in Ghent by Guest author - 1 May, 202130 July, 2022 With Ghent's Circulation Plan coming into effect in 2017, the city centre has been transformed into a low-traffic zone. But if public transport isn't an option and you need a car, then you'll also need somewhere to park it. Read on for an overview of the key things to know about parking
Recycling in Ghent Life in Ghent by Guest author - 23 April, 202130 July, 2022 Belgium, like many other European countries, is fond of its recycling processes. 366
Low emission zone in Ghent Life in Ghent by Guest author - 8 April, 202130 July, 2022 Since January 2020, there is a low emission zone in Ghent city centre (the area within the ring road). This is also known as an LEZ. Just like Ghent's circulation plan, the goal is to improve the air quality for those who live, work and visit in our beautiful city.
Moving house in Ghent and updating your address Life in Ghent by Guest author - 23 March, 202130 July, 2022 There’s lots to do when moving house in Ghent, and that’s even before you scuttle off to IKEA to start buying new furniture. If you’re completely new to the city read our articles about where to live and renting an apartment. But if you’re already living in Ghent and it’s
Adopting and Volunteering with Pets in Gent – All About Dierenasiel Gent Life in Ghent by Guest author - 11 February, 202030 July, 2022 We are all expats in Gent for different reasons and under different circumstances. Some of us may have family with us, including pets, while some of us may not have been able to bring pets, or may not be allowed to have pets where we live. Whether you are looking for
How to Exchange your Driver’s Licence Life in Ghent by Guest author - 30 January, 202011 October, 2020 This guide is about how you exchange your current driver's licence to one that is valid to drive with in your new home in Ghent, Belgium. 1773
Visiting a Dentist in Ghent Life in Ghent by Guest author - 30 January, 202021 October, 2021 Learn what you should bring with you for your visit to the dentist, about fees and reimbursements, emergency procedures, and get recommendations for good dentists. 1201
Getting a Driver’s Licence in Belgium and Ghent Life in Ghent by Guest author - 28 August, 201911 October, 2020 Need a driver's licence? Do you live in Belgium, you are 18+ years old and and don't have a licence from before? This guide, written in plain English, is for you! 1763
Rent a Van in Ghent Life in Ghent by Guest author - 16 August, 201911 October, 2020 In this post we share our best tips on how to rent a van in Ghent. An expat is often in temporary need of a van, either when buying new furniture or moving to a new address. We also list a few reasons why you might want to rent a
Rental agreements: giving notice and renewing the contract Life in Ghent by Guest author - 6 August, 201930 July, 2022 There are four recognised durations for rental contracts in Belgium. Mutual agreement to end a contract before it’s up is always possible without any penalties needing to be paid, but it does need to be mutual, and it’s advised to get it in writing. But if no mutual agreement is
