How much does a Belgium tourist visa cost?

For a Belgium tourist visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Standard adult short-stay visa — €90; Child 6-11 — €45; Child under 6 — free; Facilitation-agreement nationals — €35; Family member of an EU citizen — free; TLScontact service fee — €39; Prime Time appointment — €92. The EUR 90 Schengen fee is collected in sterling at TLScontact's own rate (about GBP 81), plus a mandatory GBP 34.70 service fee. Card payment only, no Amex. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.

How long does a Belgium tourist visa take to process?

A decision on a Belgium tourist visa typically takes around 15 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 tourist visa?

TLScontact visa application centre in Wandsworth, London, acting for the Embassy of Belgium. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.

What documents are required for a Belgium tourist visa?

The Belgium consular network lists: Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Passport issued within the last 10 years, valid 3 months beyond departure, with 2 blank pages; One recent biometric passport photo; UK residence permit or visa proving lawful stay in the UK; Travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 cover for the Schengen area; Proof of accommodation in Belgium or an invitation letter; Return flight reservation; Bank statements and payslips showing sufficient means; Proof of employment, business or study in the UK; Cover letter setting out the purpose and itinerary. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.

Can I apply for a Belgium tourist 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 tourist visa: requirements, fee and processing time

This page covers the Belgium tourist (schengen c) visa — used for short holiday or sightseeing trips of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. 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

€90

Typical decision

15 days

Appointments

Outsourced center

Where to apply for a Belgium tourist visa

TLScontact visa application centre in Wandsworth, London, acting for the Embassy of Belgium.

Required documents

Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
Passport issued within the last 10 years, valid 3 months beyond departure, with 2 blank pages
One recent biometric passport photo
UK residence permit or visa proving lawful stay in the UK
Travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 cover for the Schengen area
Proof of accommodation in Belgium or an invitation letter
Return flight reservation
Bank statements and payslips showing sufficient means
Proof of employment, business or study in the UK
Cover letter setting out the purpose and itinerary

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

Standard adult short-stay visa€90— Charged as about GBP 81 in London
Child 6-11€45— Charged as about GBP 40.50
Child under 6Free— Exempt
Facilitation-agreement nationals€35— Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kosovo, Ukraine, Belarus, Cape Verde
Family member of an EU citizenFree— Directive 2004/38/EC, with proof of the relationship
TLScontact service fee€39— GBP 34.70 per applicant, non-refundable
Prime Time appointment€92— About GBP 79.74 per person for early or out-of-hours slots

The EUR 90 Schengen fee is collected in sterling at TLScontact's own rate (about GBP 81), plus a mandatory GBP 34.70 service fee. Card payment only, no Amex.

Booking an appointment

Book online at visas-be.tlscontact.com. Prime Time slots (early morning and out of hours) cost extra. Biometrics are taken at your first Schengen application or if your last set is more than 59 months old.

Practical tips

Apply no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 working days before travel, and book the TLScontact slot early in summer.

What is unusual about the Belgium process

Fees are charged in sterling at TLScontact's fixed exchange rate, so the amount you pay will not match the EUR figure exactly.

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 tourist visa cost?: For a Belgium tourist visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Standard adult short-stay visa — €90; Child 6-11 — €45; Child under 6 — free; Facilitation-agreement nationals — €35; Family member of an EU citizen — free; TLScontact service fee — €39; Prime Time appointment — €92. The EUR 90 Schengen fee is collected in sterling at TLScontact's own rate (about GBP 81), plus a mandatory GBP 34.70 service fee. Card payment only, no Amex. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.
How long does a Belgium tourist visa take to process?: A decision on a Belgium tourist visa typically takes around 15 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 tourist visa?: TLScontact visa application centre in Wandsworth, London, acting for the Embassy of Belgium. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.
What documents are required for a Belgium tourist visa?: The Belgium consular network lists: Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Passport issued within the last 10 years, valid 3 months beyond departure, with 2 blank pages; One recent biometric passport photo; UK residence permit or visa proving lawful stay in the UK; Travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 cover for the Schengen area; Proof of accommodation in Belgium or an invitation letter; Return flight reservation; Bank statements and payslips showing sufficient means; Proof of employment, business or study in the UK; Cover letter setting out the purpose and itinerary. 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 tourist visa?: Appointment model: Outsourced center. Book online at visas-be.tlscontact.com. Prime Time slots (early morning and out of hours) cost extra. Biometrics are taken at your first Schengen application or if your last set is more than 59 months old.
Can I apply for a Belgium tourist 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 tourist visa: requirements, fee and processing time