Do you need a visa for Belgium?

Belgium has visa-free travel agreements with over 50 non-Schengen and non-EU countries, including Brazil, Singapore, Malaysia, the United States, Japan, the UK and Canada. Nationals from these countries do not need a visa to travel to Belgium (or anywhere else in the Schengen zone) for stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period for tourism, business travel or transit purposes. However, they will need a valid passport to present to immigration officers upon arrival and must also meet several other requirements (we'll get to this shortly).

It’s important to check that your trip will not exceed the 90-day period if you have traveled to other Schengen countries within the last six months – if so, you’ll need to apply for a visa before you travel or you may be fined or banned from entering the Schengen Area. If you plan on staying for longer than 90 days or you want to work, you will need to apply for the relevant visa.

Passport holders from over 100 countries will need to apply for a Schengen visa, including Bolivia, Cambodia, Jordan, Sri Lanka and Thailand. We recommend getting in touch with your nearest embassy or high commission for the latest advice on Schengen visa requirements. And remember – visa and entry requirements can change anytime, so it's always best to check for the latest information before you set off.

If you are a non-Schengen or EU national, you'll need to clear immigration upon arrival and must meet the following requirements:

1. Hold a valid passport that was issued less than 10 years prior to the date of travel and is valid for three months after you depart
2. Have confirmation of onward or return travel plans, such as a flight or train ticket
3. Show proof that you have enough money in your account to support yourself while you’re in Belgium

When you enter or leave Belgium, border control officers will stamp your passport and check to ensure you haven’t overstayed your time in the Schengen zone. Always make sure your passport has been stamped, or else immigration officers might think you have overstayed your visa or visa-free period. It’s always handy to keep records of your return/onward travel tickets or boarding passes for this reason.

This page is for general information only and may be subject to change. It is your responsibility to obtain relevant visa and travel information required for entry, departure and travel to each country or region you visit on your trip. You should confirm these with the relevant embassies and/or consulates. 

Last updated: 18 October 2022