How much does a Belgium student visa cost?

For a Belgium student visa, the consular fee is €225. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Student long-stay D visa — €225; TLScontact service fee — €39; Document legalisation — €20. Student long-stay D visa fee of EUR 225, rising to EUR 250 from 1 July 2026, plus the TLScontact service fee. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.

How long does a Belgium student visa take to process?

A decision on a Belgium student visa typically takes around 60 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.

Where do I apply for a Belgium student visa?

TLScontact London for biometrics and submission; the Embassy of Belgium decides, working with the Immigration Office. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.

What documents are required for a Belgium student visa?

The Belgium consular network lists: Completed and signed national D visa application form; Passport issued within 10 years, valid 15 months beyond the intended stay; Proof of admission to a recognised Belgian higher education institution; Proof of funds for tuition and living costs, around EUR 12,000 a year; Proof of accommodation in Belgium; Medical certificate showing no public health risk; Legalised criminal record certificate for applicants over 18; Health insurance covering the stay; Two recent passport photos; Diplomas and transcripts. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.

Can I apply for a Belgium student visa from the United Kingdom?

Yes. We list 2 submission points in the UK for Belgium, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

Belgium student visa: requirements, fee and processing time

This page covers the Belgium student visa — used for enrolling on a course, degree programme or exchange semester. Every field below is taken from our editor-verified country record and reflects what the Belgium consular network publishes for applicants of any nationality. You apply in the country where you legally reside, so exact centres and service fees can differ locally.

Consular fee

€225

Typical decision

60 days

Appointments

Outsourced center

Where to apply for a Belgium student visa

TLScontact London for biometrics and submission; the Embassy of Belgium decides, working with the Immigration Office.

Required documents

Completed and signed national D visa application form
Passport issued within 10 years, valid 15 months beyond the intended stay
Proof of admission to a recognised Belgian higher education institution
Proof of funds for tuition and living costs, around EUR 12,000 a year
Proof of accommodation in Belgium
Medical certificate showing no public health risk
Legalised criminal record certificate for applicants over 18
Health insurance covering the stay
Two recent passport photos
Diplomas and transcripts

Turn this list into a tick-off checklist on the checklist page, which also flags which items are mandatory and which are only advisable.

Fees, reductions and exemptions

Student long-stay D visa€225— Rises to EUR 250 from 1 July 2026
TLScontact service fee€39— GBP 34.70 per applicant
Document legalisation€20— Rises to EUR 25 from 1 August 2026

Student long-stay D visa fee of EUR 225, rising to EUR 250 from 1 July 2026, plus the TLScontact service fee.

Booking an appointment

Book online at TLScontact London. A few student categories can be handled by post through the Consular Section, but the standard route is an in-person appointment.

Practical tips

Apply the moment the admission letter arrives. Medical and police certificates have short shelf lives and often need legalising, which adds weeks.

What is unusual about the Belgium process

Students at private higher education institutions face an extra layer of checklist requirements compared with those at public universities.

Official sources

If you are applying from the United Kingdom

London — TLScontact — Belgium Visa Application Centre
Vantage London, Great West Road, Brentford TW8 9AG
All Belgian visa categories for applicants resident in the UK.
London — Embassy of Belgium in London
17 Grosvenor Crescent, London SW1X 7EE
Consular oversight and legalisation of documents.

Applying from somewhere else? Use the consulate that covers your country of legal residence — the requirements above still apply.

Updated today against official Belgium consular sources. Requirements can change without notice — always confirm before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Belgium student visa cost?: For a Belgium student visa, the consular fee is €225. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Student long-stay D visa — €225; TLScontact service fee — €39; Document legalisation — €20. Student long-stay D visa fee of EUR 225, rising to EUR 250 from 1 July 2026, plus the TLScontact service fee. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.
How long does a Belgium student visa take to process?: A decision on a Belgium student visa typically takes around 60 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.
Where do I apply for a Belgium student visa?: TLScontact London for biometrics and submission; the Embassy of Belgium decides, working with the Immigration Office. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.
What documents are required for a Belgium student visa?: The Belgium consular network lists: Completed and signed national D visa application form; Passport issued within 10 years, valid 15 months beyond the intended stay; Proof of admission to a recognised Belgian higher education institution; Proof of funds for tuition and living costs, around EUR 12,000 a year; Proof of accommodation in Belgium; Medical certificate showing no public health risk; Legalised criminal record certificate for applicants over 18; Health insurance covering the stay; Two recent passport photos; Diplomas and transcripts. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.
How do appointments work for a Belgium student visa?: Appointment model: Outsourced center. Book online at TLScontact London. A few student categories can be handled by post through the Consular Section, but the standard route is an in-person appointment.
Can I apply for a Belgium student visa from the United Kingdom?: Yes. We list 2 submission points in the UK for Belgium, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

🇧🇪 Belgium student visa: requirements, fee and processing time