Belgium Tourist Visa – Documents & Information

1. Passport
   • Original passport issued within 10 years
   • Valid for 6 months beyond departure
   • At least 2 blank visa pages
   • No alterations or handwritten amendments
2. Photograph
   • Three recent colored passport size photos (35x45 mm)
   • Facial image 25–35 mm from chin to crown
   • Plain white background, matt or semi-matt finish
   • Scanned/unclear photos not accepted
3. Accommodation
   • Confirmed hotel voucher or cruise confirmation
   • If staying with relatives/friends: invitation letter + ID proof + passport/residence card + financial documents
4. Flight Ticket – Confirmed onward and return reservation
5. Itinerary – Day-wise travel plan (A4 paper or travel agent letterhead)
6. Travel Insurance
   • Coverage of minimum €30,000 or $50,000 per person
   • Must cover medical, repatriation, emergencies
   • Insurance should cover entire Schengen stay
   • For long-term visas, initial journey coverage is sufficient
7. Proof of Funds – Last 6 months bank statement, signed & attested, dated within 1 week
8. ITR – Last 3 years income tax returns
9. Cover Letter – Applicant’s covering letter (A4 or business letterhead)
10. Employment Letter – Company letter with applicant details, salary, position, leave approval
11. NOC – From school/institute (for students/minors)
12. GST Copy – Required if self-employed
13. Leave Letter – From employer + employment ID card copy
14. Biometric
    • Mandatory for first-time Schengen applicants
    • Children under 12 exempt
    • Valid for 59 months after submission
    • Some countries may request re-submission

Belgium is one of the 27 Schengen countries.

Schengen Area comprises: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

• If visiting multiple Schengen countries, Belgium must be the country of longest stay or first port of entry.
• Applicants must provide all mandatory documents listed above.
• Embassy/visa experts may request additional documents.
• Visa fee is non-refundable regardless of outcome.
• Processing time is indicative; prices subject to change.

Q: How long can I stay on a Belgium tourist visa?
A: Up to 30 days on a single-entry visa.

Q: Is travel insurance mandatory?
A: Yes, with minimum coverage of €30,000 or $50,000 per person.

Q: Do children need to provide biometrics?
A: Children under 12 are exempt.