Belgium
Phone Code
+32
Capital
Brussels
Population
11.6 Million
Native Name
België
Region
Europe
Western Europe
Timezone
Central European Time
UTC+01:00
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Belgium is a Western European country and founding EU member, known for medieval towns, Renaissance architecture, headquarters of the European Union and NATO, and world-famous chocolate, beer, and waffles. Brussels, the de facto capital of the EU, features the Grand Place, Atomium, and European Parliament. Visitors are drawn to Bruges' canals, Ghent's medieval architecture, Antwerp's diamond district, WWI battlefields in Flanders, and the Ardennes forests. As a Schengen Area member, Belgium offers streamlined entry for international travelers.
Visa Requirements for Belgium
Belgium is part of the Schengen Area. EU/EEA/Swiss citizens can enter visa-free with only a valid ID card or passport for unlimited stays. Citizens of the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and many other countries can enter visa-free for tourism or business stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Those requiring Schengen visas should apply through Belgian embassies or consulates, submitting completed application forms, passport photographs, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, travel insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage), proof of financial means, and purpose-specific documents. Belgium processes Schengen visa applications following unified Schengen procedures. Processing typically takes 10-15 calendar days.
Common Visa Types
Visa-Free Entry (Schengen)
For tourism, business, conferences, visiting friends/family for US, UK, Australia, Canada, and other eligible nationalities.
Schengen Visa (Type C)
For short-term stays including tourism, business, cultural events, conferences for nationalities requiring Schengen visa.
National Visa (Type D)
For long-term stays exceeding 90 days including work, study, family reunification, or residence in Belgium.
EU Blue Card
For highly qualified workers with job offers in Belgium meeting salary and qualification thresholds.
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