Welcome guide for incoming ULg staff and visiting researchers

SUMMARY Welcome Guide for incoming ULiège staff & visiting researchers.................................................... 1 A Word of Welcome ..................................................................................................................... 1 1. Belgium &Wallonia ............................................................................................................... 2 1.1. The federal state...................................................................................................................... 3 1.2. Languages ................................................................................................................................ 3 1.3. Weather................................................................................................................................... 3 1.4. Customs ................................................................................................................................... 3 2. Research at ULiège ................................................................................................................ 4 3. Preparing your departure ...................................................................................................... 6 3.1. Preparing your application ........................................................................................................... 7 3.2. Arriving at the ULiège ............................................................................................................ 10 3.3. Gembloux .............................................................................................................................. 13 3.4. Arlon ...................................................................................................................................... 13 4. Arrival on site ..................................................................................................................... 14 4.1. FirsT STEPS............................................................................................................................. 15 4.2. Accommodations................................................................................................................... 15 4.3. Tips before signing a Rental agreement ................................................................................ 17 4.4. Municipal Taxes ..................................................................................................................... 18 4.5. Getting legal advice on Accommodation issues .................................................................... 19 4.6. Registering with the local authorities.................................................................................... 19 4.7. Bank Account......................................................................................................................... 22 4.8. Embassies & Consulates ........................................................................................................ 22 4.9. Insurance ............................................................................................................................... 22 5. Working at Uliège ............................................................................................................... 25 5.1. Identification Badge............................................................................................................... 26 5.2. Salary and deductions ........................................................................................................... 26 5.3. Internet Access ...................................................................................................................... 27 5.4. ULiège Libraries ..................................................................................................................... 27 5.5. Open Access .......................................................................................................................... 28 5.6. University Restaurants........................................................................................................... 28