🇧🇪 Belgium Tourist Visa – Complete Process Guide

If you are planning to visit Belgium for tourism, sightseeing, or visiting family/friends, you need a Short Stay Schengen Visa (Type C). This visa allows you to travel not only within Belgium but also across other Schengen countries.

✈️ Visa Details

• Visa Type: Short Stay Schengen Visa (Tourist)

• Duration: Up to 90 days within 180 days

• Entry Type: Single / Multiple Entry

• Processing Time: 10–15 working days

• Visa Validity: As per travel itinerary

📝 Step-by-Step Belgium Tourist Visa Process

1. Choose Visa Type

Select Tourist Visa (Short Stay – Type C) for travel purposes.

2. Fill Application Form

• Complete the Schengen visa application form

• Ensure all details match your passport

3. Book Appointment

Submit your application through:

• VFS Global (official partner for Belgium visa applications)

4. Prepare Documents

Arrange all required documents (listed below).

5. Attend Biometrics Appointment

• Visit VFS center

• Submit fingerprints and photograph

6. Pay Visa Fee

• Approx €80 (₹7,000–₹8,000) for adults

7. Track Application

• Track via VFS website

• Wait for visa decision

📄 Required Documents

1. Passport

• Valid for at least 3 months after return date

• Minimum 2 blank pages

• Issued within last 10 years

2. Photographs

• 2 recent passport-size photos

• White background

• 80% face coverage

3. Visa Application Form

• Duly filled and signed

4. Travel Itinerary

• Confirmed return flight tickets

• Day-wise travel plan

5. Hotel Booking / Invitation Letter

• Hotel reservations OR

• Invitation from host in Belgium

6. Travel Insurance

• Minimum coverage: €30,000

• Valid across Schengen area

7. Bank Statement

• Last 6 months

• Sufficient balance (₹1.5–2 lakh recommended)

8. Income Proof

• Salary slips (last 3 months) OR

• ITR (last 2 years)

9. Cover Letter

• Explain travel purpose, duration, and itinerary

10. Leave Letter (if employed)

• Approved leave from employer

💰 Visa Fees

• Adults: €100

• Children (6–12 years): €50

• VFS Service Charges: Extra

• Service Fee: Extra

⏳ Processing Time

• Standard: 30–60 working days

• May extend during peak season

⚠️ Important Tips

• Apply at least 15–30 days before travel

• Ensure documents are genuine and complete

• Maintain sufficient bank balance

• Travel insurance is mandatory

• Visa approval is subject to embassy decision

🌍 Why Visit Belgium?

Explore stunning destinations like:

• Brussels – Capital city with Grand Place

• Bruges – Fairy-tale canals and medieval charm

• Antwerp – Fashion and diamond hub