Belgium embassy & consulates in South Africa

Visa-free · 90 days$1,950/moSOS 112Updated Nov 9, 2026

Quick answer

Belgium has 2 diplomatic mission(s) in South Africa: Embassy (Pretoria), Consulate (Cape Town).

Entry rules for Belgium passport holders → South Africa:Visa-free· 90 days

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Belgium missions in South Africa

EmbassyPretoria

Embassy of Belgium, Pretoria

Data completeness100%

Address

625 Leyds Street, Pretoria

Phone

+27-12-440-3201

pretoria@diplobel.fed.be

Website

southafrica.diplomatie.belgium.be

Opening hours

Not yet verified

Also covers

Botswana, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Eswatini, Zimbabwe

Schengen visa statistics at this consulate

Year 2025

Applications: 3,050
Visas issued: 2,736
Refused: 228
Refusal rate: 7.7%

Multiple-entry share: 93%

Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates

Directions Call Official site

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Source: Wikidata Q104518605 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Feb 5, 2026

ConsulateCape Town

Consulate of Belgium

Data completeness65%

Address

Long Street 1, 8001, Cape Town

Website

southafrica.diplomatie.belgium.be

Opening hours

Not yet verified

Schengen visa statistics at this consulate

Year 2025

Applications: 1,732
Visas issued: 1,636
Refused: 60
Refusal rate: 3.5%

Multiple-entry share: 99%

Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates

Directions Official site

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Source: OpenStreetMap

Entry rules for Belgium passport holders

South AfricaVisa-free· 90 days

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

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Document checklist: Belgium → South Africa

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
Return or onward ticket.
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?

Apostille is enough

Belgium → South Africa

Driving licence abroad

Carry an IDP (1968 Vienna format) with your national licence.

Belgium → South Africa

Applying for a visa? South Africa missions in Belgium

embassy of South Africa in BelgiumEmbassy · Brussels · +32 2 275 44 00See all

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Belgium embassy in South Africa?

The Belgium embassy in South Africa is located at 625 Leyds Street, Pretoria.

Do Belgium citizens need a visa for South Africa?

Visa-free (90 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How do I contact the Belgium embassy in South Africa?

Phone: +27-12-440-3201. Email: pretoria@diplobel.fed.be. Website: https://southafrica.diplomatie.belgium.be/.

Does Belgium have consulates in South Africa?

Yes: Consulate (Cape Town).

What should I do if I lose my passport in South Africa?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 112), then contact the Belgium embassy or consulate in South Africa for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.