To find out if you need a visa to travel to Belgium, check the Belgium embassy or consulate website.
Step 2: Gather necessary documents
A typical list of documents that Belgium Embassy usually requests:
- Filled out visa application
- Two recent passport-style photographs
- Valid passport
- Copy of your Philippine ID
- Proof of civil status (marriage certificate/birth certificate)
- Travel insurance
- Proof of sufficient financial means
- If employed: employment certificate
- If Self-employed: business registration/company ownership proof
- If Student: school certificate or leave approval
- Proof of accommodation while in Belgium and the Schengen area
- Travel itinerary
Make sure to submit the required documents and fill in the necessary sections of the application accurately. Providing incomplete or incorrect information may lead to delays or rejection of your visa application.
Step 3: Submit visa application
You will be required to submit your visa application and the necessary supporting documents to the Belgium Embassy or Consulate, or at the Visa Application Centre, if available.
Visa application fees may vary depending on the purpose and duration of your visit.
Step 4: Attend your visa interview
If applicable, you may need to attend an interview as part of the visa application process. This is an opportunity for the visa officer to assess your application in person and ask questions about your travel plans and purpose of visit.
Step 5: Wait for visa decision
After you submit your visa application and attend your interview (if applicable), you will need to wait for a decision on your visa. The processing time can vary depending on individual circumstances and the volume of applications being processed.
You can check the status of your visa application by contacting the Belgium Embassy or Consulate or the Visa Application Centre.
Step 6: Obtain visa
If your visa application is approved, you will receive your visa which will be placed on your passport. Make sure to carefully review the visa sticker for any restrictions or conditions on your stay in Belgium and the Schengen area.
