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Do citizens of South Africa need a visa for Belgium?

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Yes. South Africa passport holders need a visa for Belgium and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate.

Entry rule
Visa required
Length of stay
Set by the visa
Where to get it
Embassy or consulate
Last checked
Nov 9, 2026
Embassy or consulateDocument checklist

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.

Belgium missions in South Africa

EmbassyPretoria

Embassy of Belgium, Pretoria

Data completeness100%
Address
625 Leyds Street, Pretoria
Phone
+27-12-440-3201
Email
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
DirectionsCallOfficial site
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Source: Wikidata Q104518605 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Feb 5, 2026
ConsulateCape Town

Consulate of Belgium, Cape Town

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
DirectionsOfficial site
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Source: OpenStreetMap

How a Schengen visa application works

  1. A Schengen visa allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period and is valid in all 29 Schengen countries.
  2. Apply at the consulate of the country that is the main purpose of the trip. If the purposes are equal, apply to the country where you will stay longest.
  3. Applications are accepted from 6 months until 15 days before the trip. A decision usually takes 15 calendar days and can take up to 45.
  4. Fingerprints are taken at the first application and can be reused for 59 months.
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Document checklist: South Africa → Belgium

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

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area and issued within the last 10 years.
  • Completed visa application form.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Employment letter or proof of business/studies.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Return or onward ticket.

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

South Africa missions in Belgium

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

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of South Africa need a visa for Belgium?

Yes. South Africa passport holders need a visa for Belgium and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How long can citizens of South Africa stay in Belgium?

The length of stay is set by the visa that is issued.

Where is the Belgium embassy in South Africa?

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