The following documents are required for a Belgium Schengen visa application:
- Visa Application Form: It can be filled out online or downloaded from the Belgian embassy website.
- Two recent passport-style photos: The photos must be passport-size, with a light background, and taken within the last six months.
- Valid passport: Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay in the Schengen area. It should also have at least two blank pages for visa stamps.
- Proof of financial means: You must provide proof that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in the Schengen area. This can be done by submitting bank statements, pay stubs, or other financial documents.
- Proof of travel insurance: You must purchase travel insurance that covers medical emergencies, hospitalization, and repatriation. The insurance must cover a minimum of €30,000.
- Flight and accommodation details: You must provide proof of your flight and accommodation bookings for your stay in the Schengen area.
- Additional documents: Depending on your purpose of visit, you may also be required to submit additional documents, such as a letter of invitation, a business registration certificate, or a student ID card.
Step 2: Schedule an appointment
Once you have gathered all the required documents, you need to contact the Belgian embassy or consulate in the Philippines to schedule an appointment for your visa application.
Step 3: Attend the visa interview
On the day of your appointment, you must bring all of your required documents to the visa interview. The consular officer will ask you questions about your travel plans, your purpose of visit, and your financial means.
Step 4: Submit your visa application
After the visa interview, you must submit your visa application and all of your supporting documents to the visa officer. The consular officer will then make a decision on your visa application within a few weeks.
Step 5: Pick up your visa
If your visa application is approved, you will be notified and you will be able to pick up your visa from the Belgian embassy or consulate.
