Ghent: offbeat city in the heart of Europe
Ghent is one of Europe’s greatest treasures - a place that offers both small-town charm and big-city excitement. A place where centuries-old architecture sets the stage for cutting-edge institutions, creating a sense of creativity, movement and growth that attracts entrepreneurs from around the world.
You won't be landing here on your own. The City of Ghent actively supports companies and the people who move here with them. Invest in Ghent, the city's business development team, guides companies that want to establish or expand their operations locally: expert advice on sites and permits, warm introductions to investors, universities and ecosystem partners, and a soft landing programme for international companies that includes free initial workspace, lab access and tailored support. And since spring 2026, international talent can turn to the newly established International House Oost-Vlaanderen, based in the Voka building a short walk from Ghent University and the city centre. Set up by the City of Ghent together with Flanders, the Province of East Flanders, Ghent University, North Sea Port and Embuild, it brings together in one place everything a newcomer needs to sort out: visas and work permits, finding housing, work for a partner, childcare and schooling for the family.
We can't wait to welcome you!
