Moroccan retirees in Belgium who receive GRAPA must be very careful before a long stay in Morocco. This social aid is not an exportable pension: it requires actual residence in Belgium and severely limits absences abroad.
Moroccans in Belgium who receive CPAS integration income must be careful before a long stay in Morocco. A departure of one week or more must be reported, and payment can be suspended if stays exceed four weeks per year.
Moroccans in Belgium on work incapacity cannot always leave freely for Morocco. When they receive benefits, a temporary stay in the country may require prior authorization from the health insurance medical advisor.
Moroccan families in Belgium can, under certain conditions, receive family allowances for children residing in Morocco . The social security convention between the two countries provides for this right, but it remains governed by procedures, age limits and a maximum number of children.
Moroccans living in Belgium who travel to Morocco can benefit from medical protection through the bilateral agreement between the two countries. However, in case of private clinics, expensive treatments or medical repatriation, the bill can quickly exceed what will be reimbursed.
Brussels Airport welcomed 11.68 million passengers in the first half of 2026. Despite strikes and air disruptions, Morocco remains among the most popular destinations departing from Brussels.
Moroccan retirees living in Morocco and receiving a Belgian pension must submit a certificate of life to their pension provider. A forgotten document, missing signature, or incomplete form can block payment.
Moroccans in Belgium who receive a disability allowance must be careful before a prolonged stay or permanent departure to Morocco. Belgian rules distinguish between vacations, absences of more than 90 days, and settling abroad.
Moroccans in Belgium who travel to Morocco can benefit from coverage of certain medical care during their stay. However, this protection is not automatic: it requires specific conditions, a specific document, and does not cover trips organized solely for medical treatment.
Moroccans receiving unemployment benefits in Belgium must be careful about their stays in Morocco. ONEM requires a main and effective residence in Belgium, with only four weeks of vacation abroad per year.
Moroccans who have worked in Belgium can, under certain conditions, continue to receive their Belgian pension after moving to Morocco. The social security agreement between the two countries prevents a return home from erasing acquired rights.
Moroccans residing in Belgium must be careful about income earned in Morocco. Rental income, bank interest, pensions, professional income, and investments may need to appear in the Belgian tax return.