How to Apply for a Belgian Visa: Step-by-Step Guide
- Ricardo Batista
- Belgium
- June 7, 2024
- Identify the type of Visa you want to apply for (work, study, visit, long stay, etc.).
- Complete the online visa application form available in the website of VFS Global or the Belgian Immigration Office.
- Collect all the required documentation according to the type of visa.
- Book an appointment for the submission of the Visa Application at a Belgian consulate or embassy or a visa application centre.
- Attend the visa application interview and pay the visa application fee.
- Wait for a decision on your application; you can track the application online.
- Collect the visa if the application is successful.
- Valid passport
- Passport-sized photos
- Proof of paid visa fee
- Proof of accommodation in Belgium
- Health insurance coverage for your stay in Belgium
- Proof of means of financial subsistence
- Invitation letter (if applicable)
- Employment or enrolment contract (for work or study visa)
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Table of Contents
Description
What is it?
A Belgian Visa is a permit issued by the Belgian government which allows a foreign national to stay or cast a visit within Belgium for a specific period of time.
Who needs it?
The Belgian Visa is required for those who are not citizens of Belgium or any of the Schengen area countries and wish to visit or reside in Belgium for purposes such as tourism, work, study, etc.
Procedure
Required Documents
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Additional details
Belgian Visa application process might vary slightly based on the country where the application is submitted. Always visit the relevant consulate/embassy/VFS website for the most accurate information.
Work and study visas usually require additional documentation that includes contracts from employers or academic institutions. And in many cases, you would need to apply for your relevant permit before you can apply for the visa.
The time it takes for a visa to be approved can vary based on various factors, including the time of the year, the type of visa, the consulate’s workload, etc., but generally, applications are processed within 15 to 60 days.
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