1. Mobility: Moving around freely
Before you can explore Brussels, you need to be able to get around without friction. The city is a complex network of 19 municipalities and several transport systems; the goal is to centralize your options so you're never left stranded on a platform.

• Floya: This is the "all-in-one" app that brings together STIB (metro, tram, bus), as well as shared bikes, scooters, and car-sharing services. You can buy your digital tickets directly in the app.
• SNCB / NMBS: The official app for your train journeys. It is essential for getting to the center from the airport or for escaping to Ghent or Antwerp for a weekend.
• Poppy: If you need a car or a van to bring home your first groceries or a few pieces of furniture, this is the most flexible option in the city.
• The Neybor Tip: For long-term subscriptions, get a physical MOBIB card (€6). The easiest way? Go directly to a BOOTIK (STIB sales point) with your ID card: it is issued on the spot in a few minutes, so you don't have to wait for it in the mail.
  
  

2. Lifestyle: Enjoy the city immediately
Now that you have your bearings, it’s time to discover why everyone falls in love with Brussels. Don't wait until you're "settled" to start experiencing the city and meeting people.

• Visit.brussels: This is the go-to tool to ensure you don't miss anything. The app lists all museums, current exhibitions, and the full schedule of festivals in the capital.
• Brussels is Yours: Ideal for finding hidden gems, new neighborhood bars, and the restaurants that make the 19 municipalities vibrate.
• Shotgun or Resident Advisor: For nightlife, these are the essential apps to find the best parties, DJ sets, and Brussels clubs (like Fuse or C12) and book your tickets in advance.
• MuseumPassMusées: If you love culture, this is the best investment. It gives you unlimited access to almost all Brussels museums for a year for the price of two or three entries.
• The Neybor Tip: Brussels is full of "Pop-up stores" and seasonal markets (like the Brussels Vintage Market). Following the Instagram pages of your municipality is often the best way to know where the party is tonight.
  
  

3. Health & Daily Life: Anticipating the unexpected
Settling in also means learning to manage urban logistics without spending your entire weekend on them. Here is how to automate the two topics that come up most often in shared housing.

• Doctena: The reference platform for finding a general practitioner or a specialist near you. You can book appointments online instantly, which saves you from searching for a clinic in an emergency.
• Recycle!: In Brussels, sorting is an exact science and collection days vary from one street to another. This app sends you a notification telling you which bag (white, blue, yellow, orange, or green) to put out that evening based on your exact address.
• Resident Parking: If you own a vehicle, you can obtain a paid resident parking permit from your municipality. It allows you to park for free and without time limits in the gray, blue, and green zones of your sector. The process is done directly online via your municipality's website or the parking.brussels portal.
• The Neybor Tip: To get your resident card, you must be officially registered in the municipality and present your registration certificate. Anticipate the online process as soon as your residency is validated to avoid the parking meters!
  
  

4. Administrative: Preparing the ground without stress
Belgium requires a bit of administrative rigor, but your smartphone can save you precious time. The idea isn't to solve everything in a minute, but to anticipate the tools that will make you independent once your move is finalized.

• Itsme: This is the digital identity app that will become your "key" to all official Belgian websites. It allows you to manage your health insurance or bank documents without a password. Note: You can only activate it once you have received your national registry number (via your residence card) or opened a Belgian bank account. To learn more about this, we invite you to read our complete guide on the first administrative steps in Brussels!
• Irisbox: The online desk for the Brussels Region. It allows you to order administrative certificates (residency, household composition) directly from your couch. Prerequisite: Like many official services, you will need your digital identity (Itsme) or an ID card reader to log in. Keep this platform in mind for the final stages of your move!
• Your Digital "Safe": Use your phone to scan and store your essential documents (passport, lease, employment contract, or proof of studies). You will be asked for these for almost all your initial steps!