Belgium Visa

A Complete Guide to Belgium Visa Procedures and Requirements for Indians

 

Summary

Is a visa necessary to enter Belgium?	Yes, in order to enter Belgium, carrying of Indian passports must obtain a visa.
Belgium visa application processing time	15 to 30 Working Days
Belgium visa fees	Schengen Visa Fees: ₹ 7,352 (€ 80) National Visa Fees: ₹ 16,542 (€ 180)
Belgium visa validity	Schengen Visa: 180 Days National Visa: Up to 1 Year
Belgium visa stay duration	90 Days
How to apply for a Belgium visa	visit the VFS visa application centers located in India
Documents requiredfor Belgium visa	Passport Photograph Cover Letter Travel Itinerary Insurance Proof Residence Proof Visa Application Form Flight and Hotel Bookings See the detailed list in the blog below

Do Indians Needs a Visa for Belgium?
Yes, a visa is necessary for Indian nationals to enter Belgium. One of the European nations without borders that makes up the Schengen Area is Belgium. The Schengen visa, which is issued jointly by these nations, permits stays in the Schengen area for up to 90 days during a 180-day period.

Table Of Contents

1. Introduction.
2. Indian Visa Types for Belgium.
3. What are the Belgium Visa Requirement for Indian Citizen?
4. How Do Indian Citizens Apply for a Visa to Belgium?
5. Belgium Visa Fees for Indian Citizens.
6. How long does it take an Indian to process a visa to Belgium?
7. Belgium's Legitimacy Indian nationals require a visa.
8. Reasons for Belgium Indian nationals rejected visas.
9. Travel Insurance's Significance in Belgium Indian Citizenship Visas.
10. What Happens When You Get to the Airport in Belgium?
11. Conclusion.

Introduction

Are you thinking of visiting Belgium for your upcoming vacation? We present a thorough how-to guide on how to get your Belgium visa for Indians in this extensive blog. Documentation, application processes, visa fees, categories, and validity are all covered.

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Without having to bother about a visa, let's go Belgium!

Indian Visa Types for Belgium.

Visa Type	Purpose	Validity
Short-Term             Schengen Visa     (Type C)	Travel, business, visits with family members, or other short trips.	Allows stays up to 90 days throughout a 180-day period. can be issued in multiple, double, or single entry formats.
Long- Term Visa                (Type D)	Extended stays for work, education, or family reunions, among other reasons.	For stays longer than 90 days, it is valid. Upon arrival, a residence permit is needed for stays longer than the initial 6 months of validity of the visa.
Transit Visa                    (TypeA)	Airport transit is available to travelers going via a Belgian airport's international transit section.	Only good for the length of the airport transfer.
Business Visa	Short-term business-related events include training sessions, seminars, and meetings.	Typically falls under the category of Short-Stay Schengen Visa (Type C), which permits stays of up to 90 days throughout a 180-day window.
Student Visa	Belgian long-term studyprograms.	Typically needs a residence permission upon arrival, which is valid for the duration of the study term, and is initially valid for the duration of the study program.
Work Visa	Working in Belgium.	The initial visa is only good for 6 months, after which a residence permit—which is often good for the length of the job contract—must be secured.

 

What are the Belgium Visa Requirement for Indian Citizen?

National                          Passport	Needs must contain two blank pages and be valid for at least three months after the intended  trip.
Application Form	Completed and signed application form with one current colour photograph (5x3 cm) on a white backdrop, affixed to the form.
Passport Copies	Photocopy of the identity page of your passport and a copy of the most current Schengen    visa with entry and departure stamps.
Travel Itinerary	A thorough itinerary that lists all of the places and activities you want to see during the trip.
Hotel Reservation	Verification of a hotel reservation valid for your whole stay in Belgium and any additional Schengen nations you want to visit.
Proof of                  Employment or Study	Documentation of your present employment or education, such as:  A pay stub from your company, a list of your approved vacation days, A copy of your business partner or commerce register registration, or A document from your educational institution that shows how many vacation days you are allowed (if you are a student).
Financial Assets	Proof of having enough money to pay for your stay could be in the form of: A current copy of the passbook, Bank statement from the last 3 months. Income tax documents, Salary Receipts.
Minors' Parental                    Consent	A properly apostilled notary affidavit expressing both parents' approval is required for adolescents traveling with one parent or by themselves.
Travel Guard	A copy of a valid travel insurance policy that covers medical emergencies and                      repatriation, and is valid in Belgium and other Schengen countries, with a minimum       coverage of €30,000 or its equivalent in Indian rupees.
Flight Reservation	proof of a booking or itinerary for a round-trip flight.

How Do Indian Citizens Apply for a Visa to Belgium?

The procedure to apply for a Belgium visa via VFS Global is as follows:

Step 1: Understand the Full Visa Processing

First, ascertain which kind of Belgium visa you require and whether you are eligible for one. Recognize the requirements for the application as a whole, including the costs and document requirements. Assemble your paperwork and confirm that it is in English. For a detailed list of all the documentation needed, see the section above.

Step 2: Get started the Application Process for a Belgium Visa
Fill out the Belgium visa application form online, download it, print it, and bring it to the Visa Application Center with the necessary paperwork.

IMP  Note :- The electronic version of your visa application is good for 30 days. Your visa application form will be erased if, within this time frame, you do not make an appointment to visit the Visa Application Center to verify your application.

Step 3: Book Your Visa Appointment

Once the Belgium visa application form is completed, you must schedule an appointment at the VFS Application Center so that your fingerprints and photo—which are the two key biometric data points—can be taken. After your appointment is successfully scheduled, the Visa Application Center will send you a letter of appointment and an email confirming the appointment.

If you go with a group or family, don't forget to schedule separate appointments for each member of the group or family to obtain a Belgium visa.

Belgium's Embassy/Consulate in India	Covered States &Territories
Belgium's General Consulate in Mumbai	Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Daman and Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Puducherry, Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra,
Belgium Embassy in New Delhi	Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tripura, Uttaranchal, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal, Andaman and Nicobar, Chandigarh, Assam, Bihar, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and

Step 4: Pay Visa Fees

It's time to pay the application fee for your visa. If you download the form, print it, and bring it to the Visa Application Centre, you will need to pay at your appointment.

Step 5: Visit Go to the Application Center for Visas
Bring your completed application form, required documents, and fees in person to the VFS Visa Application Center.

VFS Visa Application Centres for Belgium

Location	Operating Hours (Mon - Fri)
Ahmedabad	08:00- 17:00
Bangalore	08:00 - 17:00
Chandigarh	08:00 - 17:00
Chennai	08:00 - 17:00
Cochin	08:00 - 17:00
Goa	08:00 - 17:00
Gurugram	Temporarily Closed
Hyderabad	08:00 - 17:00
Jalandhar	08:00 - 17:00
Kolkata	08:00 - 17:00
Lucknow	08:00 - 17:00
Mumbai	08:00 - 15:00
New Delhi	08:00 - 17:00
Puducherry	08:00 - 17:00
Pune	08:00 - 17:00
Thiruvananthapuram	Temporarily Closed

 

Step 6: Verify Your Application
To find out how your application is progressing, use the VFS online application tracking tool. See our section on "How to Check the Status of a Belgium Visa Application for Indians?" for more information on this in detail. When the Belgium Consulate makes a decision about your visa application, you will also get an email.

Step 7: Collect Your Documents and Passport

After your visa application has been reviewed by the authorities, you can pick up your documents from the Visa Application Center or, for an extra charge, have them couriered to you.

The following individuals are able to pick up their filed documentation from the Visa Application Center:

•  The applicant personally,
•  Family members (spouse, parents, and kids),
• Those with permission on official government letterhead or department communication who are authorized to pick up passports on behalf of government representatives.
• Representatives of businesses, so long as they have an official company identity card and an authorization letter on letterhead.

The following documents should be carried by those gathering documents on the applicant's behalf:

•  Original Ggovt identification card
•  The original ICR (Invoice cum Receipt) document,
•  Along with an applicant authorization letter.

Belgium Visa Fees for Indian Citizens.

You must apply for a long-stay visa (also known as a D Visa) if you intend to stay in Belgium for longer than 90 days.
It might be necessary for you to apply for a Schengen visa (C Visa) if your intended stay in Belgium is only going to last 90 days or less.
The following is the cost of a Belgium visa for citizens of India:

Visa Type	Fee Type	Amount
Short-Term Visa for Adults (Schengen Visa or C Visa)	Visa Fees	₹ 7,352 (€ 80)
VFS Service Fees	₹ 2,263
Short-Term Visa for Children Between 6 - 12 Years (Schengen Visa or C Visa)	Visa Fees	₹ 3,676 (€ 40)
VFS Service Fees	₹ 2,263
For Children Below 6 Years (Schengen Visa or C Visa)	Visa Fee	0
Long-Term Visa (D Visa)	Visa Fee	₹ 16,542 (€ 180)
VFS Service Fees	₹ 2,263

This cost is subject to change and is not refundable. Depending on variables like foreign exchange fluctuations, expedited processing, or courier delivery if requested, additional fees can be charged.

How long does it take an Indian to process a visa to Belgium?

Your visa application may take up to 15 working days to be processed by the Belgium Consulate from the date of submission. In extraordinary circumstances, the deadline may be extended to 30 or 60 day

JMT Travel Expert Tips JMT-white-icon Applying for a Belgium visa can be started up to 3 months in advance of the date of trip. Remember applications can be made 6 months in advance of the anticipated travel date.

Belgium's Legitimacy Indian nationals require a visa.

Schengen Visa for Short Stays (Type C):

Travel for pleasure, business, family reunions, or other transient objectives.

• Validity:- Up to 90-day stays are permitted throughout a 180-day.
• Period :- The type of visa is single-, double-, or multiple-entry.
• Multiple Entry: Permits several entries during the validity period as long as the total stay doesn't over ninety days in a 180-day period.

Type D Long-Stay Visa:

• Purpose :- Long-term visits for work, education, or family reunions are the intended use.
• Validity :-  Usually good for stays longer than 90 days. Upon arrival in Belgium, you must register with the local authorities in order to get a residence permit for longer visits.
• The initial visa is typically good for 6 months.

Reasons for Belgium Indian nationals rejected visas.

When applying for a Belgium visa, being aware of the potential reasons for rejection will help you make a stronger case. When applying for an Indian visa to Belgium, keep the following points in mind:

• Absence of Appropriate Documentation:-  All documentation required for an Indian tourist visa to Belgium must be genuine, comprehensive, and acceptable. Your visa application may be denied right away if you provide false or misleading information. It might potentially result in future applications being prohibited.
• Lack of Funds:- Insufficient evidence of your ability to pay for your costs in Belgium may result in the denial of your visa.
• Weak Ties to India:- If you cannot show that you have significant ties to India, such as family, property, or work, Belgian authorities may doubt your intentions to return to India. Authorities in Belgium may reject your visa for this reason.
• Questionable Travel History:- If you have a history of overstaying your visa in other nations, this is a major red flag that indicates you may not follow Belgium's visa laws.
•  Under Scrutiny :- You risk being denied if you indicate that you intend to work on a visa that prohibits employment. Someone can become suspicious if you are unable to justify your visit and how it fits in with your schedule. 

JMT Travel Expert Tip:- A minimum bank balance of ₹3,00,000 is advised for each person seeking a Belgium visa

 

Travel Insurance's Significance in Belgium Indian Citizenship Visas.

When visiting Belgium, you must have travel medical insurance. The following are the key components of insurance for your trip to Belgium:

• All Schengen nations' insurance policies, Belgium included, ought to provide coverage of at least 30,000 euros.
• It ought to provide coverage for any eventuality, including disease, accident, medical emergency evacuation, return of mortal remains, etc.
• The validity period of the insurance must be specified, and it must cover the whole journey, including the dates of arrival and exit.
• Think about purchasing insurance from reputable providers like Tata AIG, Digit Insurance, and HDFC Ergo that fits your budget and travel requirements. To view the authorized list of insurance providers in India, kindly visit the link provided.

What Happens When You Get to the Airport in Belgium?

When you arrive at a Belgium's airport, these are crucial factors visitors should keep in mind:

• Get your travel paperwork ready: Make sure you have your return ticket, confirmations of your accommodations, passport, and, if applicable, a valid visa for Belgium on hand. The immigration process is streamlined as a result.
• Advice for kids: When traveling alone, minors should stay with the airline employees who are in charge of their security. Find the adult you have scheduled to meet you when you land to ensure a smooth arrival.
• Learn about the rules in Belgium: If there are any things you need to declare or if your luggage needs to be inspected, proceed to the customs section. It is essential to comprehend Belgian airport customs regulations in order to avoid any issues.

Additional Resources VFS Global - Belgium Track Application Schengen Visa for Belgium - VFS Global

In conclusion

Obtaining a visa for Belgium may seem difficult. Our goal with this blog is to make the Belgium visa application procedure easier for Indian citizens.

Careful preparation and attention to detail are key components of a successful visa application. You're ready to make your vacation fantasies to Belgium come true now that you have the necessary knowledge about visas.

I hope you have a safe journey and fantastic experiences while visiting Belgium!