Belgium Tourist Visa Guide for Indian Citizens

Here’s a complete Belgium Tourist Visa Guide for Indian Citizens, including documents, costs, and step-by-step instructions.

Required Documents
- Valid passport + copies of past visas
- Completed visa application form
- Two recent passport-sized photographs
- Cover letter explaining your travel purpose
- Travel insurance (Schengen-compliant)
- Flight itinerary and hotel bookings
- Proof of funds (bank statements, salary slips)
- No Objection Certificate (if employed)
- Apostilled marriage and birth certificates (for family applications)
- Rental contract or invitation letter (if staying with someone)
- Property documents (optional)
- Notarized affidavit of consent (for minors)

Visa Costs
Adults - €80
Children (6–12 years) - €40
Children (under 6) - Free

Step-by-Step Application Process
1. Fill out the visa application form
2. Gather all required documents
3. Identify the correct Belgium visa application center (e.g., VFS Global)
4. Book an appointment online
5. Attend the visa interview with biometrics
6. Wait for processing (typically 15 days, but can take up to 60 days)

Visa Types
- Tourist/Visitor Visa: Valid up to 90 days, allows multiple entries
- Transit Visa: For travel through Belgium en route to another destination

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Show sufficient financial means
- Provide valid travel documents
- Have travel insurance
- Present a clear itinerary and accommodation proof
- Have no criminal record

Benefits
- Travel across 27 Schengen countries
- Multiple entry flexibility
- Explore Belgium’s iconic cities like Brussels, Ghent, and Antwerp