Belgium Visa Services
Tourist and Business visa requirements for Belgium including documents, fees, processing time and biometric rules.
Visa Types
Processing Time
Decision generally within 15 calendar days; may extend up to 30–60 days.
Visa Fees
As per fee table
Submission
Appointment basis
Valid passport
RequiredNot older than 10 years; valid at least 3 months beyond intended stay; min 2 blank pages; include all old passports. Handwritten/observation/20‑year passports not accepted.
Passport Copy
Required2 clear copies of passport first and last page.
Signed Visa Form
RequiredShould be filled online (https://visaonweb.diplomatie.be). Handwritten forms not accepted.
Passport Size Photos
Required2 photos 35x45mm, white background, without glasses/cap/head covering.
Signed Cover Letter
RequiredAddressed to The Embassy of Belgium.
Language form
RequiredOriginal language choice form signed by passenger (keep original).
Previous visa copies
Soft copies of valid/expired US/UK/Schengen/Canada/Australia visas.
Fees
| Category | Label | Amount | Notes | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Short stay | Adult | Rs 8370 | Visa fee | 
| Short stay | Child (6–12 yrs) | Rs 4185 | Visa fee | 
| VFS | Service charges | Rs 3140 | Payable in cash | 
Important Notes
- • Visa application needs to be submitted in 2 copies (1 original + 1 photocopy).
- • Detailed itinerary mandatory.
- • BIOMETRIC mandatory except exemptions listed.
- • Embassies do not accept handwritten/observation passports; obtain a fresh booklet if applicable.