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Belgium Visa Requirements

For 🇺🇸 United States passport holders

Visa Free
90 days max stay
Free visa cost
N/A processing
Brussels
Europe
EUR (€)
Dutch, French, German
UTC+1

Great news! United States passport holders can enter Belgium without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

Schengen Area. 90-day limit applies to entire Schengen zone.

Entry Requirements

Passport Validity

6 months beyond stay

Blank Pages

2 page(s) required

Multiple Entry

Allowed

Work Permitted

No - requires work visa

Travel Essentials

Health & Safety

Safety Rating

Vaccinations

Routine vaccines.

Tap Water

Safe to drink

Safety Tips

Generally safe. Pickpockets in tourist areas.

Full health guide

Money & Costs

Euro EUR

Daily Budget (USD)

Budget $75
Mid-range $150
Luxury $350+

Cards & ATMs

Cards accepted but cash still used.

Tipping

Service included. Small tips appreciated.

Practical Info

Power Type C, E, 230V, 50Hz
Driving Right side
Time Zone 6 hours ahead of Eastern.
Mobile/SIM Buy at Proximus, Orange, Base.

Emergency Numbers

Emergency: 112
Police: 101
Ambulance: 100

Getting There

Airport Transfers

Brussels: Train €12/20min.

Local Transport

Brussels has metro, trams, buses. Trains connect cities.

Culture & Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit

April-October. December for Christmas markets.

Cultural Notes

Three languages: Dutch, French, German. Beer culture serious. Food is excellent.

Insider Tips

Try Belgian waffles, chocolate, and beer. Bruges is fairy-tale-like. Brussels has great museums.

Dress Code

Smart casual.

United States Embassy

Regentlaan 27, 1000 Brussels

+32 2 811 4000

https://be.usembassy.gov