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 sized 35x45 mm, in color, and taken within the last 6 months.
- Passport: Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of your intended departure from the Schengen area.
- Proof of accommodation: You must provide proof of accommodation for your entire stay in the Schengen area. This can include hotel reservations, hostel bookings, or an invitation from a friend or family member.
- Proof of financial means: You must provide proof that you have sufficient financial means to support yourself during your stay in the Schengen area. This can include bank statements, pay stubs, or a letter from your sponsor.
- Proof of travel medical insurance: You must have travel medical insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000.
Step 2: Calculate the visa fee
The visa fee for a Schengen visa is €80 for adults and €40 for children aged 6-12. The fee can be paid in cash, by credit card, or by postal order.
Step 3: Submit your visa application
You can submit your visa application in person at the Belgian embassy or consulate in your home country. Alternatively, you can submit your application by mail.
Step 4: Attend your visa interview
If your visa application is successful, you will be required to attend a visa interview at the Belgian embassy or consulate.
During the interview, the visa officer will ask you questions about your travel plans, your financial situation, and your reasons for visiting the Schengen area. You will also be required to provide your fingerprints.
Step 5: Wait for your visa decision
The visa decision will be made within 15 days of your visa interview. You will be notified of the decision by email or by phone.
If your visa application is successful, you will be issued a Schengen visa that will allow you to travel to Belgium and any other country within the Schengen area.
