Belgium Long Stay Visa

Belgium is situated in Western Europe and is a favorite tourist attraction. The country has job opportunities in service and high-tech industries. One can manage a short stay in Belgium with a Schengen visa since Belgium is a party to the Schengen agreement. But for a longer stay the visa requirements vary.

If you are planning on a longer stay in Belgium for more than 90 days, then you will have to apply for a long stay visa. For this you will have to get a registration certificate from your local authorities. Applicants will have to go in person to the center and register their biometrics. Apart from this, your passport should have a validity of 12 months and your application will be accepted only within three months before the date of arrival.

What are the documents required?

You will need to submit the below documents while applying for a Belgium Long Stay Visa:

• Completed visa application form
• Photographs (as specified)
• Passport
• Copies of any previous visa, if applicable
• Language preference form. You may choose your application to be treated in English, German, Dutch or French
• Medical certificate

 

Requirements for a Belgium Dependent Visa

• Valid Passport
• Health insurance that covers the entire stay in Belgium
• Proof of your family relationships
• Proof of your financial status – Sufficient amount in your bank account for your stay in Belgium

 

Processing Time of Belgium Dependent Visa

The processing time for a type D visa for family reunification may take up to nine months. The processing time depends on how busy the Immigration Office is and whether your application is correctly filled and all the documents submitted are correct.

 

How can Y-Axis help you?

• Evaluate the best Visa type to apply under
• Advise you on the required documentation
• Advise you on the funds that need to be shown
• Fill out the application forms
• Review your documents for the visa application
• Help you prepare for a visa interview