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    Destination:

    Belgium

    Visa:

    Study




    Belgium Study Visa

    Belgium Student Visa offers foreign students a unique education experience embedded with a rich history and vibrant culture, placed right in the heart of Europe.



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      Belgium is a destination like no other because of its enchanted beer, chocolates, and birthplace of the smurfs. Moreover, it is home to more castles per square foot than any other country in the world.  Here are some top reasons, why Belgium is the ideal place for you to study in:
       
      • An Unbeatable low cost of living 
      • Ease of communication as it has three official languages (Dutch, French, and German). 
      • Exceptional Quality of Life 
      • Vibrant culture 

      "Learn about the requirements for studying in Belgium, such as how much does a Belgium student visa cost? What documents will you be needing to apply for a student visa"

      What type of visa do students need to study in Belgium?

      If you want to study in Belgium then for sure your stay is longer than three months, For that, you must apply for a long-stay visa. (TYPE D VISA)  

      Belgium Student Visa Processing Time

      The processing time for a Belgian Study Visa takes between 2 to 10 weeks depending on nationality, normally.

      Belgium Study Visa Fees

      Applicants will be charged a service fee of $32.94 per application which must be paid in cash when you attend the visa application center.

      Visa Category

      Visa Fee (Euro)

      Study Permit

      180


      Belgium Study Permit Process:

      Go to the visavendor.com. Here you will have to:

      • Fill in the Assessment form
      • Receive our email
      • You will have to pay the refundable visa service fee that Visa Vendor charges
      • After your payment, you will be given credentials of your portal
      • You will attach all your important documents that are mentioned in the checklist above
      • Your application will be finalized 
      • Once your application is completed, it will be sent to the embassy to get processed

      Countries Exempt from Belgium Visa Requirements:

      Albania

      Andorra

      Antigua and Barbuda

      Argentina

      Australia

      Bahamas

      Barbados

      Bosnia 

       Herzegovina

      Brazil

      Brunei

      Canada 

       

      Costa Rica

      Dominica

      El Salvador

      Georgia

      Malaysia

      Marshall Islands

      Mauritius

      Mexico

      Micronesia

      United States of America

      Uruguay

      Vanuatu

      Venezuela

      Palau

      Panama

      Grenada

      Guatemala

      Holy See (Vatican City State)

      Honduras

      Hong Kong 

      Israel

      Japan

      Kiribati

      Macao 

      Chile

      Colombia

       

      Paraguay

      Peru

      Saint Kitts and Nevis

      Saint Lucia

      Saint Vincent

      Samoa

      Serbia

      Seychelles

      Singapore

      Solomon Islands

      South Korea

      Taiwan

      New Zealand

      Nicaragua

      North Macedonia

      Moldova

      Monaco

      Montenegro

      Nauru

      Timor Leste

      Tonga

      Trinidad and Tobago

      Tuvalu

      Ukraine

      United Arab Emirates


      Belgium Study Visa Requirements:

      • Belgium visa application form. Fully completed, printed, and signed at the end.
      • Two identical photos. The photographs should be no older than three months and taken according to the Belgium visa photograph requirements & specifications.
      • Your passport. It should contain at least two blank pages in order to be able to affix the Belgium visa sticker. Check the validity of your passport before you apply, since it must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date you exit Belgium (Schengen territory). It must be no older than 10 years, as well.
      • Copies of your previous visas (if applicable).                                                       
      • Language Preference Form. Belgian authorities offer you the opportunity to choose in which of the three national languages of Belgium you wish your application to be treated (French, German or Dutch). 
      • A cover letter. In which you explain why you wish to visit Belgium and you give further details on your trip.
      • Round-trip Flight Itinerary. Containing the dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Belgium (Schengen area).
      • Schengen Travel Insurance. You are required to submit a document, which confirms that you have purchased travel insurance for Belgium and the whole territory of Schengen, with a minimum of €30,000 coverage for medical emergencies, and repatriation in case of death.
      • An enrolment certificate allowing attendance of courses (school/university/language course / etc.), in Belgium
      • No objection letter from the educational institution where you are currently enrolled (if applicable)

      Documents required for Belgium Study Visa are:

      • An agreement signed by an accredited institution in Belgium.
      • A medical certificate.
      • A police certificate proving you have not been convicted of any crimes or common-law offenses.
      • Proof of registration on a course at your chosen higher education institution.
      • Proof of admission or pre-registration to the same type of program.
      • Proof of registration to an admissions exam.

      Best Universities to Study at in Belgium:

      According to STUDY.EU the nine best Belgium for 2020/2021 are: 

      University

      QS Ranking 2020

      THE Ranking 2020

      ARWU Ranking 2019

      KU Leuven

      80

      45

      85

      Ghent University

      130

      123

      66

      Université Catholique de Louvain

      167

      152

      151

      Vrije Universiteit Brussel

      195

      201

      201

      University of Antwerp

      223

      198

      201

      Université libre de Bruxelles

      251

      201

      151

      Université de Liège

      429

      301

      201

      University of Mons

      591

      901

      Hasselt University

      351

      601

        

      Belgium Universities offer different types of scholarships to International students:

      1) Belgium Government Scholarships

      Belgian Development Agency (BTC) Scholarships

      VLIR-UOS Training and Masters Scholarship

      CIF-CUD Scholarships

      Erasmus Mundus Scholarship Programs in Belgium

      1,000 grants are offered every year  to nationals of Belgium’s 18 partner countries of the Belgian Development Cooperation

      180 scholarships are awarded annually

      150 scholarships for courses and 70 for training programs

      For international students to pursue participating in Erasmus Mundus study programs free of charge.

      4,000 local grants.

      For development-related training and master’s programs 

      For Master’s studies in Belgium.

      For master’s and Ph.D. studies, internships and travel in a number of academic disciplines

      Offers tuition, accommodation, and program-related fees and a monthly allowance.


      2) Private Scholarships in Belgium

      Science@Leuven Scholarships

      The IRO Doctoral Scholarship Programme at K.U. Leuven

      Liege University Scholarships

      Belgian American Education Foundation

      Ghent University Masters Grants

      University of Ghent Doctoral Special Research Fund

      Fulbright Scholarship

      one-year, 8,000 € (Euro) scholarships

      For Ph.D. students, who belong from developing countries

      1-2 years scholarship offered to master’s students.

      up to eight fellowships each carrying an annual stipend of $25,000 

      up to 2 years.

      offered for up to 24 months,

      Awarded by Commission for Educational Exchange between the United States of America, Belgium, and Luxembourg

      For international students pursuing Master’s studies in astronomy and astrophysics, biology, molecular and cellular biophysics, chemistry, physics, geography, geology, mathematics, and statistics.

      covers a monthly allowance, travel costs, and enrollment fees.

      For support of advanced study or research to citizens or permanent residents of the United States.

      covers a monthly allowance, health insurance, and tuition fee,

      For Ph.D. students from developing countries

      For  support graduate study, predoctoral research and post-doctoral research

      Up to 10 scholarships are awarded to master’s students who belong to developing countries.

      It is divided into several periods with a span of four years beginning and ending at Ghent University.

      Special programs for language teaching assistants (Dutch, French, and German) and secondary school teachers.


      How Long Can You Stay in Belgium Without a Visa?

      Nationals of countries that are not under the list of Schengen Visa-exempt countries cannot enter or stay in Belgium or any other Schengen country without a visa.

      On the other hand, nationals of visa-exempt countries can stay in Belgium for up to 90 days, within a 180 day period. 


      So if by now, You have decided to choose Belgium as your place of study, Visa Vendor is here at your service with some quick go-to steps, queries, and requirements which you have to go through, to help you save your time.




      Visa Information Tool


      Destination:

      Belgium

      Visa:

      Study