Belgium Visa Requirements & Fees from Dubai: 2026 Checklist
What are the requirements and fees for a Belgium visa from Dubai?
You need a valid passport (3+ months, within 10 years), Schengen form, photos, UAE visa, Emirates ID, insurance (EUR 30,000), flights, hotels, itinerary, cover letter, bank statements (3-6 months), employment letter, salary slips. Fee: EUR 80 adults (~AED 320) + VFS fee (~AED 150-180).
Key Takeaway
- You need a valid passport (3+ months, within 10 years), Schengen form, photos, UAE visa, Emirates ID, insurance (EUR 30,...
- Visa Fee: EUR 80 (~AED 320)
- VFS Fee: ~AED 150-180
- Insurance: EUR 30,000 min
- Documents: 14+ items
A properly prepared document file is essential for a successful Belgium Schengen visa application from Dubai. The Belgian embassy applies thorough assessment standards, and incomplete or inconsistent documentation leads to delays or refusals with no visa fee refund.
This guide provides the complete Belgium visa document checklist and fee breakdown for Dubai residents in 2026, with every document specification and all costs in both EUR and AED.
Complete Belgium Visa Document Checklist
Belgium Schengen Visa — Document Checklist (Dubai, 2026)
| Document | Specification | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Valid Passport | 3+ months beyond exit, within 10 years, 2+ blank pages | Mandatory |
| Previous Passports | All with visa stamps | Strongly Recommended |
| Schengen Form | English, all fields, signed | Mandatory |
| Photos | 2x 35x45mm, ICAO, white background | Mandatory |
| UAE Residence Visa | Valid copy | Mandatory |
| Emirates ID | Both sides | Mandatory |
| Travel Insurance | EUR 30,000, all Schengen, full dates | Mandatory |
| Flights | Round-trip | Mandatory |
| Hotels | Every night covered | Mandatory |
| Itinerary | Day-by-day: date, city, activities, hotel | Mandatory |
| Cover Letter | Belgium-specific: purpose, itinerary, finances, ties | Mandatory |
| Bank Statements | 3-6 months, bank-stamped | Mandatory |
| Employment Letter | Letterhead: all details | Mandatory |
| Salary Slips | Last 3 months | Mandatory |
| Trade Licence | Employer licence copy | Recommended |
Valid Passport
- Specification
- 3+ months beyond exit, within 10 years, 2+ blank pages
- Status
- Mandatory
Previous Passports
- Specification
- All with visa stamps
- Status
- Strongly Recommended
Schengen Form
- Specification
- English, all fields, signed
- Status
- Mandatory
Photos
- Specification
- 2x 35x45mm, ICAO, white background
- Status
- Mandatory
UAE Residence Visa
- Specification
- Valid copy
- Status
- Mandatory
Emirates ID
- Specification
- Both sides
- Status
- Mandatory
Travel Insurance
- Specification
- EUR 30,000, all Schengen, full dates
- Status
- Mandatory
Flights
- Specification
- Round-trip
- Status
- Mandatory
Hotels
- Specification
- Every night covered
- Status
- Mandatory
Itinerary
- Specification
- Day-by-day: date, city, activities, hotel
- Status
- Mandatory
Cover Letter
- Specification
- Belgium-specific: purpose, itinerary, finances, ties
- Status
- Mandatory
Bank Statements
- Specification
- 3-6 months, bank-stamped
- Status
- Mandatory
Employment Letter
- Specification
- Letterhead: all details
- Status
- Mandatory
Salary Slips
- Specification
- Last 3 months
- Status
- Mandatory
Trade Licence
- Specification
- Employer licence copy
- Status
- Recommended
All documents in English. Arabic docs need certified translation.
Passport and Photo Specifications
- Passport valid 3+ months beyond Schengen exit.
- Issued within last 10 years.
- At least 2 blank pages.
- Include all previous passports.
Photo Specs
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Size | 35mm x 45mm |
| Background | White or light grey |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| Expression | Neutral |
| Glasses | Not permitted |
| Quantity | 2 identical prints |
Size
- Specification
- 35mm x 45mm
Background
- Specification
- White or light grey
Recency
- Specification
- Within 6 months
Expression
- Specification
- Neutral
Glasses
- Specification
- Not permitted
Quantity
- Specification
- 2 identical prints
Belgium Visa Fees: Full Breakdown
Belgium Visa Fee Schedule (Dubai, 2026)
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Visa Fee | EUR 80 (~AED 320) | Non-refundable |
| Child Fee (6-11) | EUR 40 (~AED 160) | Under 6: free |
| VFS Service Fee | ~AED 150-180 | Non-refundable |
| VFS Premium Lounge | ~AED 250-350 | Optional |
| VFS Courier | ~AED 80-120 | Optional |
| Schengen Insurance | AED 100-350 | By provider |
| Photos | AED 15-30 | ICAO prints |
| OraVisa Service | Contact OraVisa for a quote | Full support |
Adult Visa Fee
- Amount
- EUR 80 (~AED 320)
- Notes
- Non-refundable
Child Fee (6-11)
- Amount
- EUR 40 (~AED 160)
- Notes
- Under 6: free
VFS Service Fee
- Amount
- ~AED 150-180
- Notes
- Non-refundable
VFS Premium Lounge
- Amount
- ~AED 250-350
- Notes
- Optional
VFS Courier
- Amount
- ~AED 80-120
- Notes
- Optional
Schengen Insurance
- Amount
- AED 100-350
- Notes
- By provider
Photos
- Amount
- AED 15-30
- Notes
- ICAO prints
OraVisa Service
- Amount
- Contact OraVisa for a quote
- Notes
- Full support
Total per adult: AED 600-900.
Financial Evidence Requirements
Belgium is moderately expensive — Brussels, Bruges, and Antwerp hotels and dining are above the European average. The Belgian embassy applies the EUR 100/day Schengen benchmark.
Financial Benchmarks — Belgium Visa
| Profile | Recommended Balance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Salaried — solo | AED 10,000-15,000 | Plus salary credits |
| Salaried — family | AED 25,000-35,000 | Both incomes |
| Business owner | AED 30,000+ | Plus company account |
| Sponsored dependent | Sponsor: AED 20,000+ | Full sponsor docs |
Salaried — solo
- Recommended Balance
- AED 10,000-15,000
- Notes
- Plus salary credits
Salaried — family
- Recommended Balance
- AED 25,000-35,000
- Notes
- Both incomes
Business owner
- Recommended Balance
- AED 30,000+
- Notes
- Plus company account
Sponsored dependent
- Recommended Balance
- Sponsor: AED 20,000+
- Notes
- Full sponsor docs
- Submit 3-6 months bank-stamped statements.
- Consistent salary credits matter most.
- Avoid unexplained deposits before applying.
- FD certificates and investments strengthen your profile.
Cover Letter Guidelines
Belgium Visa Cover Letter Tips
- Reference specific Belgian cities: Brussels Grand Place, Atomium, EU Quarter; Bruges canals, Markt, Belfry Tower; Antwerp Diamond District, Cathedral; Ghent Gravensteen Castle
- If combining Belgium with other countries, explain your route and why Belgium is the main destination
- State financial capacity with specific figures
- Detail UAE employment and ties
- Close with clear return intention
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying to Belgium when main destination is France or Netherlands — the Belgian embassy checks.
- Passport issued more than 10 years ago.
- Generic cover letter.
- Insurance not explicitly covering Schengen Area.
- Bank statements without stamp.
- Missing accommodation for some nights.
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Get Free AssessmentFrequently Asked Questions
How much does a Belgium visa cost?
EUR 80 adults (~AED 320), EUR 40 children 6-11. VFS fee ~AED 150-180. Total: AED 600-900 per adult.
What bank balance is needed?
AED 10,000-15,000 solo plus consistent salary credits. EUR 100/day guideline.
Is cover letter required?
Yes. Detailed, Belgium-specific cover letter with named destinations, finances, ties, and return intention.
How long does processing take?
15 calendar days standard. Peak season: up to 30 days.
What insurance is needed?
EUR 30,000 minimum, all 27 Schengen states, full trip dates.
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