How to apply for a Belgium Schengen Visa

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A Belgium Schengen Visa is issued in at least 15 working days. Sometimes it can take 45 days. The process can be long, especially if you apply alone. For that reason, we recommend you apply 2 months in advance for this visa to avoid any delays, but if you want to apply with more anticipation, it is permitted to submit your application 6 months in advance.

Remember that with iVisa you can apply easily for a Belgium Schengen Visa with the help of an iVisa Visa Expert. Forget about going through a stressful visa application for yourself and start to enjoy planning your trip!

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It will only take around 20 minutes to fill out our simplified form online.

To submit your online application, we only require your passport scan and application photo. That’s it!

You should bring the following documents:

• Your printed and signed application form. Make sure the signature is handwritten.

• Your application photo. We advise you to bring an extra photo just in case. Make sure they follow the Schengen standards.

• The payment for the visa fee.

• Your collected fingerprints in case you have not registered them in the VIS (Visa Information System) for the previous 59 months. Children younger than 12 don’t need to follow this requirement.

• Your valid passport. It needs to have been issued for the past 10 years, be valid for at least 3 months after your planned stay, and contain at least 2 blank pages.

• Copies of your previous Schengen Visas (if needed).

• Prove that you are capable of financing your trip. For example, bring your bank statements from the last 3 months.

• Your proof of accommodation. For example, a confirmed hotel booking with contact information from the place. If you are traveling with a group, you will need a certificate from the travel agency.

• If you are living in a country different from your country of origin, please bring your proof of residency.

• Bring any document that proves that you are going to return to your country. For example, return travel tickets.

• If you are going to visit your friends or family, bring an invitation letter with a copy of their ID or residence permit. For family members, include your family ties. For example, a birth certificate.

• If you are a student, you need a recent, official, signed, and dated letter from your school, university, or college specifying your enrollment. Your student card will not be enough.

• If you are traveling for business, you need a letter of invitation from the host company in Belgium or from your business partner explaining the nature of the business and a reference letter from your employer.

• A letter explaining how all expenses will be covered. (If needed)

• Your travel itinerary. It is always helpful to detail all the activities you’re going to do during your trip and means of transport.

• If you travel alone as a minor, you will need parental consent.

• Health insurance for travel that could cover hospitalizations, emergencies, urgent treatments and healthcare, death, or repatriation in the Schengen area of at least 30,000 euros.

Yes, you can! The Belgium Schengen Visa is a travel authorization that allows you to visit Belgium and all the countries from the Schengen area.

No. There is a government fee you will usually need to pay.

You need to pay at the embassy, consulate, or Visa Application Center(VAC) a government fee of $88 USD (80 euros) in cash (appointment fee not included). Children between the age of 6 and 12 will need to pay a government fee of $44 USD (40 euros) in cash. Children under 6 years old won't need to pay a government fee.

You won’t need to pay a government fee if you are:

• A child or a spouse of an EU citizen.

• A student, pupil, or postgraduate student with educational or vocational purposes traveling with teachers.

• Twenty-five or younger and a representative of a non-profit organization wishing to participate in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural, or educational events hosted by non-profit organizations.

We charge a small fee but remember that by applying beforehand with iVisa, you can avoid any delays or errors, including saving time at immigration. Our team of experts will also review your application to minimize the likelihood of errors to guarantee you a smooth entry to Belgium.

NOTE: Sometimes you can pay the government fees online, depending on your country of residence.

The Belgium Schengen Visa is a travel authorization, with a permitted stay of a maximum of 90 days within a period of 180 days.

NOTE: We offer you an application for a multiple-entry visa, but in the end, it is the Embassy that decides if you will receive a multiple-entry, double-entry, or single-entry visa.

There are no COVID-19 requirements for travelers to enter Belgium.

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Travelers interested in experiencing the best of urban and rural life, fascinating history, and world renowned cuisine will not be disappointed with a visit to Belgium. Situated in Western Europe, just across the North Sea from the UK, Belgium is host to international political and diplomatic meetings. It has also been a global leader in the diamond trade for centuries. Belgium is part of the European Union and the borderless Schengen Area, so travelers can obtain a Belgium Schengen Visa if applicable and gain access to this beautiful country as well as the rest of the Schengen Area. This article will get into greater detail about the Schengen visa and traveling to Belgium.

Belgium signed the Schengen Agreement in 1995. This means that all citizens of countries that are not visa-exempt can apply for a Belgium Schengen Visa before entering the country. This visa will allow you to enter into Belgium and then travel to any and all Schengen countries, free from border checks. The visa will be valid to travel for 90 days within a 6 month period. In order to apply for the Belgium Schengen Visa, you will need to bring your completed application to your local Belgian embassy or consulate, along with your passport (valid for another 3 months after your exit date from Belgium), two passport photos, travel insurance, cover letter, flight itinerary, and proof of both accommodation and financial means to cover your stay. The officials at the embassy will then process your application and if approved, will send it to you in the mail. At the border entry to Belgium, you will need to show border officials your valid visa and passport, and they may ask you a few simple questions about your stay in the country. After that, you are free to roam the entire Schengen Area for up to 90 days!

A natural starting place for many travelers is the capital city, Brussels. Getting around the city is a breeze using the comprehensive system of metro lines, trams, and busses. Biking is also a wonderful way to get around and the see the best of the city. In the Old Town, you’ll want to check out the Grote Markt (“Grand Place”), a monument of Flemish-influenced Baroque architecture. Perhaps the most recognizable Brussels mainstay is the Manneken Pis, which is, to put it bluntly, a statue of a boy peeing. Its origins date back at least as far as the late 14th century, but the current iteration was constructed in 1619. It is generally surrounded by tourists all vying to get a picture with this cheeky landmark. If you’re a fan of grand Gothic churches, you will really love the Saint-Michel Cathedral, which was finalized in the 15th century. Perhaps the grandest building in the city is the Neoclassical Royal Palace, which is a current residence of the royal family. The palace grounds are beautifully manicured and there are many important cultural buildings surrounding. Belgium is a country of comics. You read that right, this is the birthplace of lovable comics Tintin and The Smurfs. You learn more about the history of comic strips and cartoons at the Comic Strip Center, showcasing an ever-changing collection of Belgian and French illustrators. Kids will love visiting the Atomium, a behemoth representation of an iron molecule blown up to 156 million times its size. Visitors can enter some of the spheres and learn about human life. While there, you can also check out Mini Europe, which hosts miniature versions of the most notable features all over Europe. Tower above Big Ben, Mount Vesuvius, and the Berlin Wall. It’s a fully interactive experience!

Anyone going to Belgium will be lucky to try the rich and flavorful cuisine, famous the world over. With so many powerhouse neighbors, Belgian cuisine takes influences from France, Germany, and the Netherlands. First stop, fries. I know, I know: “but aren’t those French?” Supposedly, frites actually originated in Belgium, and they are ubiquitous across the country. Speaking of fries, have you ever seen moules-frites on a menu? It’s a Belgian classic, especially by the seaside. Enjoy a big steaming cauldron of mussels in broth, served with a side of fries. Now for something sweet. Belgian waffles are heavenly, with deeper indents than the American versions to hold more of that sweet, sweet topping. Popular options include Nutella, whipped cream, and fruit. Of course, we can’t mention sweet and Belgian in the same breath without nodding to beautiful Belgian chocolate. There is nothing in particular that sets Belgian chocolate apart, except that it is made in Belgium. However, they take their chocolate seriously. The chocolate composition has been legally controlled to a minimum of 35% pure cocoa since 1894. There are chocolate shops everywhere in the country, selling premium boxes of the good stuff, which makes a fantastic gift. And who could forget Belgian beer? Whether your palate leans more towards dubbels, tripels, stouts, ambers, or wheats, you’ll find a locally brewed beer to suit your tastes. A lot of the breweries will let you take a tour, so you can see how the magic happens.

And while you’re visiting with a Belgium Schengen Visa, you might as well pop over to one of the surrounding Schengen countries, free from border checks. The lovely Dutch coastal province of Zeeland is just beyond Antwerp, the gorgeous cities of Dusseldorf and Cologne are a short train ride from eastern Belgium, and the small country of Luxembourg is easily reachable from the south. Of course, there’s also plenty to see in the northeast of France, including a couple of beautiful national parks. From Belgium, it’s all at your fingertips.

Belgium is an exciting and delicious spot for tourists. Whether you’re in it for the lively cities, peaceful countryside, or incredible food, you will find something to suit your fancy. Have a wonderful time in Belgium and the Schengen Area!

At iVisa, we understand that your time is valuable, and we strive to provide you with the fastest service possible. Our processing times are estimated based on the average duration it takes governments to process visa applications. These estimated times begin from the moment we receive all the correct information for your application until you receive your visa. While we work diligently to expedite the process, it’s important to note that we are reliant on the processing times set by the government authorities.

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