United Kingdom for citizens of Belgium

🔑 How to enter to United Kingdom from Belgium

To enter United Kingdom, Belgian citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to United Kingdom, check whether your Belgian passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering United Kingdom and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Belgian passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Belgian passport. You are allowed to stay in United Kingdom for 180 days.

✅ Requirements for Belgian citizens to visit United Kingdom with tourist visa

• Belgian citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to United Kingdom. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Belgian citizens on the territory of United Kingdom is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Belgium require a visa to visit the United Kingdom?

   Belgian citizens do not need a visa to visit the United Kingdom.

2. How long Belgian citizens are allowed to stay in United Kingdom without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in United Kingdom for citizens of Belgium for a visa-free stay is 180 days.

3. What happens if a Belgian passport holder stays in United Kingdom longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to United Kingdom is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to United Kingdom is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Belgium need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter United Kingdom without a visa?

   British immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Belgian citizens to enter United Kingdom without a visa?

   Belgian citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in United Kingdom.

6. Can Belgian work or study during the visa-free stay in United Kingdom?

   The United Kingdom visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in United Kingdom Belgian citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.