Short stay (Schengen visa)
Who it's for: Short visits to Belgium and the Schengen area, such as tourism, family visits or business trips.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Main fee: €90
- Decision time: 15 days
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | €90 | — | dofi.ibz.beOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
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Main fee€90Official wording
“an applicant who is twelve or older will pay €90”
Decision time15 daysOfficial wording
“This decision is usually made within 15 days from the date of submission of the visa application.”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Salary threshold; Family can join; Can lead to permanent residence; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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- Nobody can guarantee a visa. Only the government of the country you apply to decides.
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