The facts
The Belgian Chamber’s approved text says the bill was adopted in plenary and submitted for royal sanction; the document is dated Nov. 5, and the vote concluded early on Nov. 6. [1][2]
The bill would permit police to apply to an investigating judge for authorization to enter a residence to enforce an executable order removing a foreign national. [1]
The text sets cumulative conditions, including a reason to believe the person is at the residence, prior noncooperation and that entry is necessary and proportionate. [1]
The Brussels Times reported that lawmakers approved the bill after an overnight debate on Friday morning. [2]
The bill remains subject to royal sanction and has not yet entered into force. [1][2]
Still unconfirmed
- The timing and outcome of royal sanction, commencement and practical implementation are unknown.
Sources
References support the numbered facts above. Source checks: 7 Nov 2026, 01:12 UTC.
The Chamber’s final text establishes what parliament adopted; local reporting independently confirms the vote. The article distinguishes parliamentary approval from royal sanction and commencement.
- Approved text submitted for royal sanction, document 56K1591/013
Belgian Chamber of Representatives · Primary source · 6 Nov 2026
Opened the final text marked adopted by plenary and submitted for royal sanction, including the conditions on judicially authorized entry.
- Belgian parliament approves controversial home entries bill after fiery debate
The Brussels Times · Reporting · 6 Nov 2026
Opened local reporting confirming the overnight parliamentary vote and describing the measure’s scope.