Documents required for Belgium Visa application

• Original passport and old passports, if any
• The passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of return in India, with a minimum of two blank pages. If you have previously travelled to the US, UK or the Schengen area, then it is favourable to attach these visa copies for a smoother process.
• Return air tickets
• Visa application form duly filled and signed on column 37 and main column.
• Please note: Applicant’s mobile number & Email ID should be mentioned in the visa form as Embassy / Consulate can contact the applicant at any point of time during visa processing.
• 2 recent passport-size colour photographs taken against a white background with matte-finish without specs and sunglasses (size 35 mm x 45 mm and 60% – 80% face close-up)
• Note: Photograph should not be more than 3 months old, scanned/stapled and should not be used in any of the previous visas.
• Covering letter mentioning details of travel, details of the traveller, purpose of visit and duration of stay. The letter should be duly signed by an authorized signatory with a company stamp and addressed to The Consulate General of Belgium, Mumbai.
• Income Tax Returns of the last 3 years
• Original bank statements reflecting transactions for the last 6 months, duly attested and signed by a bank official
• Hotel confirmation details for the entire stay period in Schengen area
• Note: Hotel duration should match the ticket dates and maximum stay should be in Belgium
• Medical travel insurance policy for the stay duration amounting to 30000 Euros
• Note: The travel insurance policy submitted along with the Belgium visa application must be signed by the insured person at the place reserved for it in the policy document. The insurance policy document will not be considered valid if it is not signed by the insured person and the visa will not be issued.

Additional documents required

If the applicant is employed:

• Salary slips for the last 3 months
• Original leave letter from employer

If the applicant is a company owner or self-employed:

• Certificate of registration of the company / Certificate of Incorporation (MOA / Proof of Proprietorship / Partnership deed, etc.)
• Covering letter on the company letterhead and financial documents

If the couple is travelling together:

• Marriage Certificate / Notarized affidavit on a Rs 100 stamp paper declaring the marriage details
• Photocopy of your wedding card