Visa Information
VISA TYPES
Select the visa type that is right for you to see important information on visa fees, documents required, forms, photo specifications and processing times.
Short Stay
Short-Stay visa (C type) entitles its holder to travel throughout the 26 Schengen States for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Visas for visits exceeding that period remain subject to national procedures.Click here to know more about Schengen Visa. Guarantees for return (assessment of migration risk): The applicant is requested to provide as much information as possible to document his/her family background, professional and socio-economic status, ownership of land or real estate (for instance : proof of family bonds with his/her country of origin, proof of regular income and stable source of revenues from the applicant and/or his/her partner, proof of property, etc.)
This information is essential to correctly judge the intention of the applicant to leave the Schengen area before the expiry of his/her visa.
In case you have already submitted your fingerprints for a previous Schengen visa application in the last 59 months, you are not required to submit them again.
However, If you are uncertain whether your fingerprints have been captured for a Schengen visa within the last 59 months, you are advised to appear in person.
Kindly note that, if it would appear that the fingerprints prove not to be present in the VIS system, you will be asked to reappear in person for new biometric data collection. To avoid this possible complication, you have the right to ask for your fingerprints to be taken again.
Business / Conference / Fair
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Overview
If the purpose of traveling is Business meetings, internal trainings, Conference or attending any trade fair. You need to apply for a Business / Conference / Fair short term Schengen visa. This service is available for residents who wish to apply for a Belgian Visa.
For more information, please visit the website of the Immigration Office in Brussels: https://dofi.ibz.be/en
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Visa Fees
Visa Type General Rule Visa Fee
(Euro)VISA FEE
(AUD)Short Stay
(No more than 90 days)Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 18) of EU and Swiss citizens
0 0 Children under 6 years
0 0 Nationals from the Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Ukraine and Belarussian national 35 59.5 Nationals of Cape Verde (aged 18+) 67.50 114.75 Nationals of Cape Verde (between 12 and 18 years old) 33.75 57.38 Nationals of Cape Verde (under 12 years old) 0 0 Children from the age of 6 and below the age of 12.
45 76.5 All other applicant
90 153 - VFSService Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
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Documents Required
To apply for a short term Schengen visa you will need multiple documents. Below are the requirements for Business / Conference / Fair visa
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Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements. -
Processing Time
Applications received at the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General will be processed within 2 and 15 working days, provided that a complete file is submitted. We recommend that you introduce your applications 15 days prior to the intended departure date.
Applications can be introduced up to 90 days in advance.
In case the file has to be submitted for decision to the Immigration Office in Brussels, the processing time may take more than 15 days.
Passports are kept at the Embassy for the duration of the processing of the visa application. Should you have an urgent need for your passport, please contact the VFS center where your application has been submitted or the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General via email to request a temporary withdrawal of your passport.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
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Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
Tourism
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Overview
If the purpose of traveling is Tourism you need to apply for a Tourist Schengen visa. This service is available for residents who wish to apply for a Belgian Visa.
For more information, please visit the website of the Immigration Office in Brussels: https://dofi.ibz.be/en
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Visa Fees
Visa Type General Rule Visa Fee
(Euro)VISA FEE
(AUD)Short Stay
(No more than 90 days)Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 18) of EU and Swiss citizens
0 0 Children under 6 years
0 0 Nationals from the Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Ukraine and Belarussian national 35 59.5 Nationals of Cape Verde (aged 18+) 67.50 114.75 Nationals of Cape Verde (between 12 and 18 years old) 33.75 57.38 Nationals of Cape Verde (under 12 years old) 0 0 Children from the age of 6 and below the age of 12.
45 76.5 All other applicant
90 153 - VFSService Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
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Documents Required
To apply for a short term Schengen visa you will need multiple documents. Below are the requirements for Tourism visa
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Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements. -
Processing Time
Applications received at the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General will be processed within 2 and 15 working days, provided that a complete file is submitted. We recommend that you introduce your applications 15 days prior to the intended departure date.
Applications can be introduced up to 90 days in advance.
In case the file has to be submitted for decision to the Immigration Office in Brussels, the processing time may take more than 15 days.
Passports are kept at the Embassy for the duration of the processing of the visa application. Should you have an urgent need for your passport, please contact the VFS center where your application has been submitted or the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General via email to request a temporary withdrawal of your passport.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
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Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
Family and Friends Visit
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Overview
If the purpose of traveling is to visit family or friends in Belgium you need to apply for Visiting Family & Friends Schengen visa. This service is available for residents who wish to apply for a Belgian Visa.
For more information, please visit the website of the Immigration Office in Brussels: https://dofi.ibz.be/en
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Visa Fees
Visa Type General Rule Visa Fee
(Euro)VISA FEE
(AUD)Short Stay
(No more than 90 days)Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 18) of EU and Swiss citizens
0 0 Children under 6 years
0 0 Nationals from the Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Ukraine and Belarussian national 35 59.5 Nationals of Cape Verde (aged 18+) 67.50 114.75 Nationals of Cape Verde (between 12 and 18 years old) 33.75 57.38 Nationals of Cape Verde (under 12 years old) 0 0 Children from the age of 6 and below the age of 12.
45 76.5 All other applicant
90 153 - VFSService Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
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Documents Required
To apply for a short term Schengen visa you will need multiple documents. Below are the requirements for Family and Friends Visit visa
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Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements. -
Processing Time
Applications received at the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General will be processed within 2 and 15 working days, provided that a complete file is submitted. We recommend that you introduce your applications 15 days prior to the intended departure date.
Applications can be introduced up to 90 days in advance.
In case the file has to be submitted for decision to the Immigration Office in Brussels, the processing time may take more than 15 days.
Passports are kept at the Embassy for the duration of the processing of the visa application. Should you have an urgent need for your passport, please contact the VFS center where your application has been submitted or the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General via email to request a temporary withdrawal of your passport.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
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Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
Cultural and Sports Events
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Overview
If the purpose of traveling is to attend any sports or culture related activities you need to apply for Sports or Cultural Schengen visa. This service is available for residents who wish to apply for a Belgian Visa.
For more information, please visit the website of the Immigration Office in Brussels: https://dofi.ibz.be/en
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Visa Fees
Visa Type General Rule Visa Fee
(Euro)VISA FEE
(AUD)Short Stay
(No more than 90 days)Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 18) of EU and Swiss citizens
0 0 Children under 6 years
0 0 Children from the age of 6 and below the age of 12.
45 64 All other applicant
90 128 - VFSService Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
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Documents Required
To apply for a short term Schengen visa you will need multiple documents. Below are the requirements for Business / Conference / Fair visa
Kindly click here to download checklist
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Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements. -
Processing Time
Applications received at the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General will be processed within 2 and 15 working days, provided that a complete file is submitted. We recommend that you introduce your applications 15 days prior to the intended departure date.
Applications can be introduced up to 90 days in advance.
In case the file has to be submitted for decision to the Immigration Office in Brussels, the processing time may take more than 15 days.
Passports are kept at the Embassy for the duration of the processing of the visa application. Should you have an urgent need for your passport, please contact the VFS center where your application has been submitted or the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General via email to request a temporary withdrawal of your passport.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
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Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
ADS
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Overview
Tourism groups traveling as ADS need to apply for ADS Schengen visa. This service is available for residents who wish to apply for a Belgian Visa.
For more information, please visit the website of the Immigration Office in Brussels: https://dofi.ibz.be/en
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Visa Fees
Visa Type General Rule Visa Fee
(Euro)VISA FEE
(AUD)Short Stay
(No more than 90 days)Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 18) of EU and Swiss citizens
0 0 Children under 6 years
0 0 Children from the age of 6 and below the age of 12.
45 64 All other applicant
90 128 - VFSService Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
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Documents Required
To apply for a short term Schengen visa you will need multiple documents. Below are the requirements for Business / Conference / Fair visa
Kindly click here to download checklist
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Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements. -
Processing Time
Applications received at the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General will be processed within 2 and 15 working days, provided that a complete file is submitted. We recommend that you introduce your applications 15 days prior to the intended departure date.
Applications can be introduced up to 90 days in advance.
In case the file has to be submitted for decision to the Immigration Office in Brussels, the processing time may take more than 15 days.
Passports are kept at the Embassy for the duration of the processing of the visa application. Should you have an urgent need for your passport, please contact the VFS center where your application has been submitted or the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General via email to request a temporary withdrawal of your passport.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
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Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
Professional Training
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Overview
If the purpose of is to participate the professional training in Belgium, you need to apply for Professional Training Schengen visa.
For more information, please visit the website of the Immigration Office in Brussels: https://dofi.ibz.be/en
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Visa Fees
Visa Type General Rule Visa Fee
(Euro)VISA FEE
(AUD)Short Stay
(No more than 90 days)Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 18) of EU and Swiss citizens
0 0 Children under 6 years
0 0 Nationals from the Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Ukraine and Belarussian national 35 59.5 Nationals of Cape Verde (aged 18+) 67.50 114.75 Nationals of Cape Verde (between 12 and 18 years old) 33.75 57.38 Nationals of Cape Verde (under 12 years old) 0 0 Children from the age of 6 and below the age of 12.
45 76.5 All other applicant
90 153 - VFSService Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
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Documents Required
To apply for a short term Schengen visa you will need multiple documents. Below are the requirements for Professional Training visa
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Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements.
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Processing Time
Applications received at the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General will be processed within 2 and 15 working days, provided that a complete file is submitted. We recommend that you introduce your applications 15 days prior to the intended departure date.
Applications can be introduced up to 90 days in advance.
In case the file has to be submitted for decision to the Immigration Office in Brussels, the processing time may take more than 15 days.
Passports are kept at the Embassy for the duration of the processing of the visa application. Should you have an urgent need for your passport, please contact the VFS center where your application has been submitted or the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General via email to request a temporary withdrawal of your passport.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
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Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
Short Stay to Settle in Belgium
Short-Stay visa (C type) include all the categories of visa for a period of stay less than 90 days: Marriage in Belgium, Co-habitation in Belgium, Directive 2004-38-EC, etc.
Marriage in Belgium
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Overview
If the purpose of traveling is to get married in Belgium you need to apply for Marry in Belgium Schengen visa. This service is available for residents who wish to apply for a Belgian Visa.
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Visa Fees
Visa Type General Rule Visa Fee
(Euro)VISA FEE
(AUD)Short Stay
(No more than 90 days)Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 18) of EU and Swiss citizens
0 0 Children under 6 years
0 0 Nationals from the Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Ukraine and Belarussian national 35 59.5 Nationals of Cape Verde (aged 18+) 67.50 114.75 Nationals of Cape Verde (between 12 and 18 years old) 33.75 57.38 Nationals of Cape Verde (under 12 years old) 0 0 Children from the age of 6 and below the age of 12.
45 76.5 All other applicant
90 153 - VFSService Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
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Documents Required
To apply for a short term Schengen visa you will need multiple documents. Below are the requirements for Marriage in Belgium visa
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Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements. -
Processing Time
Applications received at the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General will be processed within 2 and 15 working days, provided that a complete file is submitted. We recommend that you introduce your applications 15 days prior to the intended departure date.
Applications can be introduced up to 90 days in advance.
In case the file has to be submitted for decision to the Immigration Office in Brussels, the processing time may take more than 15 days.
Passports are kept at the Embassy for the duration of the processing of the visa application. Should you have an urgent need for your passport, please contact the VFS center where your application has been submitted or the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General via email to request a temporary withdrawal of your passport.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
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Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
Cohabitation in Belgium
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Overview
If the purpose of is to cohabitate with your partner in Belgium you need to apply for Cohabitation Schengen visa. This service is available for residents who wish to apply for a Belgian Visa.
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Visa Fees
Visa Type General Rule Visa Fee
(Euro)VISA FEE
(AUD)Short Stay
(No more than 90 days)Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 18) of EU and Swiss citizens
0 0 Children under 6 years
0 0 Nationals from the Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Ukraine and Belarussian national 35 59.5 Nationals of Cape Verde (aged 18+) 67.50 114.75 Nationals of Cape Verde (between 12 and 18 years old) 33.75 57.38 Nationals of Cape Verde (under 12 years old) 0 0 Children from the age of 6 and below the age of 12.
45 76.5 All other applicant
90 153 - VFSService Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
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Documents Required
To apply for a short term Schengen visa you will need multiple documents. Below are the requirements for Cohabitation in Belgium visa
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Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements. -
Processing Time
Applications received at the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General will be processed within 2 and 15 working days, provided that a complete file is submitted. We recommend that you introduce your applications 15 days prior to the intended departure date.
Applications can be introduced up to 90 days in advance.
In case the file has to be submitted for decision to the Immigration Office in Brussels, the processing time may take more than 15 days.
Passports are kept at the Embassy for the duration of the processing of the visa application. Should you have an urgent need for your passport, please contact the VFS center where your application has been submitted or the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General via email to request a temporary withdrawal of your passport.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
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Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
DIRECTIVE 2004-38-EC
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Overview
If the purpose of traveling is to reside freely within the territory of Member States, you need to apply for Schengen visa accordingly. This service is available for residents who wish to apply for a Belgian Visa.
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Visa Fees
Visa Type General Rule Visa Fee
(Euro)VISA FEE
(AUD)Short Stay
(No more than 90 days)Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 18) of EU and Swiss citizens
0 0 Children under 6 years
0 0 Nationals from the Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Ukraine and Belarussian national 35 59.5 Nationals of Cape Verde (aged 18+) 67.50 114.75 Nationals of Cape Verde (between 12 and 18 years old) 33.75 57.38 Nationals of Cape Verde (under 12 years old) 0 0 Children from the age of 6 and below the age of 12.
45 76.5 All other applicant
90 153 - VFSService Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
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Documents Required
To apply for a short term Schengen visa you will need multiple documents. Below are the requirements for DIRECTIVE 2004-38-EC visa
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Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements. -
Processing Time
Applications received at the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General will be processed within 2 and 15 working days, provided that a complete file is submitted. We recommend that you introduce your applications 15 days prior to the intended departure date.
Applications can be introduced up to 90 days in advance.
In case the file has to be submitted for decision to the Immigration Office in Brussels, the processing time may take more than 15 days.
Passports are kept at the Embassy for the duration of the processing of the visa application. Should you have an urgent need for your passport, please contact the VFS center where your application has been submitted or the Belgian Embassy/Consulate General via email to request a temporary withdrawal of your passport.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
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Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
Long Stay
Long-Stay visa (D type) include all the categories of visa for a period of stay over 90 days: study, work, family reunion, religious, re-entry, etc.
Study in Belgium
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Overview
Foreigners wishing to study in Belgium need to apply for visas accordingly.
For more information, please visit the website of the Immigration Office in Brussels: https://dofi.ibz.be/en
Applicants applying for Belgium Long Stay Visa (D Visa) Category are requested to appear in person at the visa application center to register their biometrics which includes scans of all fingerprints and live digital photo.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category General Rule Visa fee in Euro VISA FEE IN AUD Long stay (more than 90 days) Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 21) of EU and Swiss citizens 0 0 Students with scholarship from the Belgian State (Federal State or Regional Authorities) (like DGCD, VLIR, etc.); from Belgian Universities and from European Commission or European Institutions. 0 0 Researchers who have a scholarship from a Belgian University (including researchers who have signed a “gastovereenkomst – convention d’accueil”) 0 0 All other applicant 180 306 - Visa Service Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
- Most applicants have to pay an administrative fee to cover the processing costs of their application for a long stay visa D. For more information, please click here.
Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements.Processing Time
Don’t wait until the last moment to submit your visa application
The decision making time might be longer during some periods (summer months, holiday season). Therefore, make sure to submit your visa early enough.
Submit a complete file
Read attentively the information about the necessary documents to be provided before submitting your file. If the Consulate needs to ask for additional documents before being able to take a decision or before sending your file to the Immigration Office, you might not receive your visa on time.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
Work in Belgium
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Overview
- Foreign workers who wish to work in Belgium as employees (i.e. working under an employment contract) must hold a work permit, and the visa is needed accordingly.
- Foreign nationals wishing to settle in Belgium and be self-employed must hold a professional card authorising them to exercise their profession, and the visa is needed accordingly.
- For more information, please visit the website of the Immigration Office in Brussels: https://dofi.ibz.be/en
- Applicants applying for Belgium Long Stay Visa (D Visa) Category are requested to appear in person at the visa application center to register their biometrics which includes scans of all fingerprints and live digital photo.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category General Rule Visa fee in Euro VISA FEE IN AUD Long stay (more than 90 days) Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 21) of EU and Swiss citizens 0 0 Students with scholarship from the Belgian State (Federal State or Regional Authorities) (like DGCD, VLIR, etc.); from Belgian Universities and from European Commission or European Institutions. 0 0 Researchers who have a scholarship from a Belgian University (including researchers who have signed a “gastovereenkomst – convention d’accueil”) 0 0 All other applicant 180 306 - Visa Service Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
- Most applicants have to pay an administrative fee to cover the processing costs of their application for a long stay visa D. For more information, please click here.
Documents Required
Checklist for Work Permit Checklist for Professional card Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements.Processing Time
Don’t wait until the last moment to submit your visa application
The decision making time might be longer during some periods (summer months, holiday season). Therefore, make sure to submit your visa early enough.
Submit a complete file
Read attentively the information about the necessary documents to be provided before submitting your file. If the Consulate needs to ask for additional documents before being able to take a decision or before sending your file to the Immigration Office, you might not receive your visa on time.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
Family Reunion
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Overview
Foreigners of third countries who want to join their family in Belgium.
For more information, please visit the website of the Immigration Office in Brussels: https://dofi.ibz.be/en
Applicants applying for Belgium Long Stay Visa (D Visa) Category are requested to appear in person at the visa application center to register their biometrics which includes scans of all fingerprints and live digital photo.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category General Rule Visa fee in Euro VISA FEE IN AUD Long stay (more than 90 days) Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 21) of EU and Swiss citizens 0 0 Students with scholarship from the Belgian State (Federal State or Regional Authorities) (like DGCD, VLIR, etc.); from Belgian Universities and from European Commission or European Institutions. 0 0 Researchers who have a scholarship from a Belgian University (including researchers who have signed a “gastovereenkomst – convention d’accueil”) 0 0 All other applicant 180 306 - Visa Service Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
- Most applicants have to pay an administrative fee to cover the processing costs of their application for a long stay visa D. For more information, please click here.
Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements.Processing Time
Don’t wait until the last moment to submit your visa application
The decision making time might be longer during some periods (summer months, holiday season). Therefore, make sure to submit your visa early enough.
Submit a complete file
Read attentively the information about the necessary documents to be provided before submitting your file. If the Consulate needs to ask for additional documents before being able to take a decision or before sending your file to the Immigration Office, you might not receive your visa on time.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
AU Pair
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Overview
Foreign students wishing to work in Belgium as Au Pair need a visa accordingly.
For more information, please visit the website of the Immigration Office in Brussels: https://dofi.ibz.be/en
Applicants applying for Belgium Long Stay Visa (D Visa) Category are requested to appear in person at the visa application center to register their biometrics which includes scans of all fingerprints and live digital photo.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category General Rule Visa fee in Euro VISA FEE IN AUD Long stay (more than 90 days) Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 21) of EU and Swiss citizens 0 0 Students with scholarship from the Belgian State (Federal State or Regional Authorities) (like DGCD, VLIR, etc.); from Belgian Universities and from European Commission or European Institutions. 0 0 Researchers who have a scholarship from a Belgian University (including researchers who have signed a “gastovereenkomst – convention d’accueil”) 0 0 All other applicant 180 306 - Visa Service Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
- Most applicants have to pay an administrative fee to cover the processing costs of their application for a long stay visa D. For more information, please click here.
Documents Required
Checklist for AU PAIR Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements.Processing Time
Don’t wait until the last moment to submit your visa application
The decision making time might be longer during some periods (summer months, holiday season). Therefore, make sure to submit your visa early enough.
Submit a complete file
Read attentively the information about the necessary documents to be provided before submitting your file. If the Consulate needs to ask for additional documents before being able to take a decision or before sending your file to the Immigration Office, you might not receive your visa on time.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
Researcher
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Overview
Foreigners wishing to do research in Belgium need visas accordingly.
For more information, please visit the website of the Immigration Office in Brussels: https://dofi.ibz.be/en
Applicants applying for Belgium Long Stay Visa (D Visa) Category are requested to appear in person at the visa application center to register their biometrics which includes scans of all fingerprints and live digital photo.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category General Rule Visa fee in Euro VISA FEE IN AUD Long stay (more than 90 days) Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 21) of EU and Swiss citizens 0 0 Students with scholarship from the Belgian State (Federal State or Regional Authorities) (like DGCD, VLIR, etc.); from Belgian Universities and from European Commission or European Institutions. 0 0 Researchers who have a scholarship from a Belgian University (including researchers who have signed a “gastovereenkomst – convention d’accueil”) 0 0 All other applicant 180 306 - Visa Service Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
- Most applicants have to pay an administrative fee to cover the processing costs of their application for a long stay visa D. For more information, please click here.
Documents Required
Checklist for single permit Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements.Processing Time
Don’t wait until the last moment to submit your visa application
The decision making time might be longer during some periods (summer months, holiday season). Therefore, make sure to submit your visa early enough.
Submit a complete file
Read attentively the information about the necessary documents to be provided before submitting your file. If the Consulate needs to ask for additional documents before being able to take a decision or before sending your file to the Immigration Office, you might not receive your visa on time.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
Working Holiday
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Overview
Belgium and Australia signed an Agreement on a Working Holiday Scheme on 20 November 2002 in Canberra. This Agreement came into force on 1 November 2004. It aims at allowing young Belgians to go to Australia and young Australians to come to Belgium, for a maximum period of one year. The main purpose of their journey should be for holiday while working is permitted as a secondary occupation to augment their financial resources.
For more information, please visit the website of the Immigration Office in Brussels: https://dofi.ibz.be/en
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Visa Fees
Visa Category General Rule Visa fee in Euro VISA FEE IN AUD Long stay (more than 90 days) Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 21) of EU and Swiss citizens 0 0 Students with scholarship from the Belgian State (Federal State or Regional Authorities) (like DGCD, VLIR, etc.); from Belgian Universities and from European Commission or European Institutions. 0 0 Researchers who have a scholarship from a Belgian University (including researchers who have signed a “gastovereenkomst – convention d’accueil”) 0 0 All other applicant 180 306 - Visa Service Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
- Most applicants have to pay an administrative fee to cover the processing costs of their application for a long stay visa D. For more information, please click here.
Documents Required
Checklist for Working Holiday Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements.Processing Time
Don’t wait until the last moment to submit your visa application
The decision making time might be longer during some periods (summer months, holiday season). Therefore, make sure to submit your visa early enough.
Submit a complete file
Read attentively the information about the necessary documents to be provided before submitting your file. If the Consulate needs to ask for additional documents before being able to take a decision or before sending your file to the Immigration Office, you might not receive your visa on time.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
Marriage in Belgium
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Overview
If the purpose of traveling is to get married in Belgium you need to apply for Marry in Belgium Schengen visa. This service is available for residents who wish to apply for a Belgian Visa.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category General Rule Visa fee in Euro VISA FEE IN AUD Long stay (more than 90 days) Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 21) of EU and Swiss citizens 0 0 Students with scholarship from the Belgian State (Federal State or Regional Authorities) (like DGCD, VLIR, etc.); from Belgian Universities and from European Commission or European Institutions. 0 0 Researchers who have a scholarship from a Belgian University (including researchers who have signed a “gastovereenkomst – convention d’accueil”) 0 0 All other applicant 180 306 - Visa Service Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
- Most applicants have to pay an administrative fee to cover the processing costs of their application for a long stay visa D. For more information, please click here.
Documents Required
Below are the requirements for Marriage in Belgium visa.
Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements.Processing Time
Don’t wait until the last moment to submit your visa application
The decision making time might be longer during some periods (summer months, holiday season). Therefore, make sure to submit your visa early enough.
Submit a complete file
Read attentively the information about the necessary documents to be provided before submitting your file. If the Consulate needs to ask for additional documents before being able to take a decision or before sending your file to the Immigration Office, you might not receive your visa on time.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form
Co-habitation in Belgium
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Overview
If the purpose of is to cohabitate with your partner in Belgium you need to apply for Cohabitation visa. This service is available for residents who wish to apply for a Belgian Visa.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category General Rule Visa fee in Euro VISA FEE IN AUD Long stay (more than 90 days) Spouse/partner and Children (under the age of 21) of EU and Swiss citizens 0 0 Students with scholarship from the Belgian State (Federal State or Regional Authorities) (like DGCD, VLIR, etc.); from Belgian Universities and from European Commission or European Institutions. 0 0 Researchers who have a scholarship from a Belgian University (including researchers who have signed a “gastovereenkomst – convention d’accueil”) 0 0 All other applicant 180 306 - Visa Service Fee for Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney: 40 Euro / AUD 68
- All fees to be paid in local currency as per prevailing currency exchange
- Most applicants have to pay an administrative fee to cover the processing costs of their application for a long stay visa D. For more information, please click here.
Documents Required
Below are the requirements for Cohabitation in Belgium visa.
Photo Specifications
Please click here to get the new photograph requirements.Processing Time
Don’t wait until the last moment to submit your visa application
The decision making time might be longer during some periods (summer months, holiday season). Therefore, make sure to submit your visa early enough.
Submit a complete file
Read attentively the information about the necessary documents to be provided before submitting your file. If the Consulate needs to ask for additional documents before being able to take a decision or before sending your file to the Immigration Office, you might not receive your visa on time.
For more information on the processing time, please visit the website of the Belgian Ministry of Home Affairs.
Download Form
Please click here to fill in the online application form