Last updated: September 2025
Author: Md Bangir Hossian • Reviewed by Senior Visa Specialist (Schengen/Belgium)
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Planning Belgium from Bangladesh—tourism, business, study, or family? This guide explains where to apply (VFS Global Belgium in Dhaka), what documents you need, fees, timelines, visa tracking, and how goFLY can prepare a complete, credible file for faster decisions.
Quick Answers
- Do Bangladeshis need a visa for Belgium: Yes. Belgium is in the Schengen Area; Bangladeshi passport holders need a visa.
- Where to apply: VFS Global Belgium Visa Application Centre (VFS Dhaka). Decisions are made by the competent Belgian embassy/consulate for Bangladesh (commonly New Delhi).
- Visa types: Schengen Short‑Stay (C) for up to 90 days (tourist/business/family/medical); Long‑Stay (D) for study, work, or family reunion.
- Processing time: Short‑stay usually up to 15 calendar days after the consulate receives your file (can extend to 45). Long‑stay D commonly 6–12+ weeks.
- Biometrics: Fingerprints and photo required unless exempt or already given in the last 59 months.
- Insurance: Travel medical insurance with at least EUR 30,000 coverage is mandatory for Schengen C.
- Best time to apply: Up to 6 months before travel (9 months for seafarers). Aim 3–6 weeks ahead for C; much earlier for D (students).
- Need help now? Call: 01713-289170, 01713-289175.
Belgium Visa — Quick Facts for Bangladeshi Applicants
| Topic | Bangladesh‑focused details |
|---|
| Submission | VFS Global Belgium, Dhaka (appointment required) |
| Decision authority | Belgian embassy/consulate responsible for Bangladesh (often New Delhi) |
| Short‑stay (C) | Tourism, business, family/friends, medical, conferences (≤90 days, any 180‑day period) |
| Long‑stay (D) | Study, work, family reunification (national visa) |
| Forms/portals | Schengen C application form; long‑stay D forms per category |
| Biometrics | Required for most applicants (VIS), valid for 59 months |
| Tracking | VFS tracking tool; some files receive consular tracking updates |
| Photo spec | 35×45 mm, white/light background, recent color |
| Passport validity | 3+ months beyond intended exit; 2+ blank pages |
| “Visa ratio/success rate” | No official rate by nationality; outcomes depend on the strength of each file |
Where to apply: Belgium VFS Dhaka
- Appointments: Book online with VFS Global Belgium (Dhaka). Peak periods fill quickly.
- Submission & biometrics: Submit documents and provide fingerprints/photo at VFS.
- Courier return: Optional—else collect your passport when notified.
- Embassy contact: Public visa inquiries are usually routed via VFS. For escalations or long‑stay D, you may be directed to the Belgian mission handling Bangladesh (often Embassy of Belgium in New Delhi). Always use contacts shown on the official mission/VFS websites.
Schengen Short‑Stay (C): Belgium visit visa from Bangladesh
Use this for tourism, business meetings, conferences, medical visits, or visiting family/friends (≤90 days).
Documents (core):
- Application form: Schengen C form (signed).
- Passport: Valid 3+ months beyond exit; copies of bio page and previous visas/stamps.
- Photo: 35×45 mm, white/light background, recent color, no glasses.
- Travel plan: Return flight reservation; hotel bookings or host invitation with address.
- Insurance: Schengen travel medical insurance valid for all Schengen, min EUR 30,000 cover, for your full trip.
- Financial proof: Last 6 months bank statements; solvency/FDR if available; sponsor letter if someone else funds.
- Employment/education: Employer NOC: and leave letter + payslips/tax/contract OR trade license/TIN for self‑employed; students provide enrollment letter/ID.
- Ties to Bangladesh: Family, job, property evidence supporting return.
- Purpose letter: Travel purpose, dates, funding, and itinerary.
- If visiting family/friends: Invitation, host’s Belgian ID/residence card, relationship proof.
- If business: Company invitation, event registration, and your company letter.
Tip: Keep dates, bookings, and funds consistent. Over‑ambitious itineraries with low balances trigger checks.
Long‑Stay (D): Belgium student visa from Bangladesh (and other D categories)
For studies, work, or family reunification in Belgium.
Student (D) — key requirements:
- Admission: Unconditional admission/registration letter from a Belgian institution.
- Financial means: Either a “blocked account” with a Belgian bank per DVZ/IBZ amount, or a Belgian‑based Annex 32 (financial guarantor) executed at a Belgian commune.
- Medical certificate: Using the Belgian format and issued by a physician recognized by the mission.
- Police clearance: Recent (within validity), translated if required, and legalized/apostilled per embassy instructions.
- Accommodation: Proof of housing (dorm/lease/host letter).
- Insurance: Health insurance per student rules (travel plus local coverage as required).
- Contribution fee: Belgium often requires an Immigration Office contribution fee for D visas—pay online and attach the receipt (amount varies by category; verify latest).
- Other: Passport, photos, academic transcripts, SOP/study plan, CV, English/French/Dutch proficiency per school.
- Biometrics: At VFS.
Note: There is no fixed “Belgium student visa success rate from Bangladesh.” Approvals depend on a coherent study plan, credible funds, and complete, verifiable documents.
Other D categories (work/family) require category‑specific items (work permit/authorisation, marriage/birth certificates, etc.) and the contribution fee—ask goFLY for a tailored checklist.
How can I get a Belgium visa from Bangladesh? (Step‑by‑Step)
- Pick the right category: Schengen C (short stay) or Long‑stay D (study/work/family).
- Book VFS: Secure a VFS Belgium Dhaka appointment online.
- Prepare documents: See the checklists above (C) and (D). Translate/legalize where required.
- Insurance (C): Buy Schengen insurance covering your full travel dates (EUR 30,000+ coverage).
- Pay required fees:
- C: Visa fee + VFS service fee at submission (BDT).
- D: Consular fee + Immigration Office contribution fee (amount varies; pay before submission and attach proof).
- Submit & biometrics: Attend VFS; lodge your file, give fingerprints/photo.
- Track: Use the VFS tracking tool; respond promptly if the consulate requests more documents.
- Decision & passport: Collect or receive courier; check visa details (dates, entries, remarks).
- Before travel: Keep insurance and bookings handy; verify your first entry aligns with the itinerary.
Belgium visa fee from Bangladesh (C & D)
- Schengen C: Consular visa fee (in EUR, paid in BDT at VFS) + VFS service fee; optional courier/printing.
- Long‑stay D: Consular fee + Belgian Immigration Office contribution fee (varies by category and changes periodically), plus VFS service fee.
- Third‑party costs: Insurance (C), translations/legalizations, medicals, police clearance, courier.
Fees update without notice. For today’s estimate and payment steps: Call: 01713-289170, 01713-289175 • Email: [email protected]
Belgium visa processing time
| Category | Typical timeline |
|---|
| Schengen C | Up to 15 calendar days after the consulate receives your file; can extend to 45 days |
| Long‑stay D (Student/Work/Family) | Often 6–12+ weeks depending on workload and checks |
Apply early—especially for students (admissions peak), summer travel, and holiday seasons.
Photo specifications (Schengen standard)
| Spec | Requirement |
|---|
| Size | 35 mm × 45 mm |
| Background | White or light, shadow‑free |
| Face | 70–80% of photo height, centered, neutral expression |
| Headwear | Only for religious reasons; facial features visible |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Recency | Taken in the last 6 months; high resolution; no edits |
Belgium embassy Bangladesh — how to contact
- Embassy coverage: Visa decisions for Bangladesh are generally handled by the Belgian mission responsible for Bangladesh (often Embassy of Belgium in New Delhi).
- Website & email: Use official mission pages from “Diplomacy Belgium” and VFS Belgium for the latest contact and email addresses; these change periodically.
- Best route for status/queries: VFS tracking + instructions received from the consulate. For D visas, also follow any contact guidance in your receipt/acknowledgement.
Tip: Avoid unverified “email addresses” from blogs. Use only the official embassy and VFS websites for contacts.
Transit (Airport Transit Visa, ATV)
Some Bangladeshi travelers require an ATV for Belgium depending on itinerary and airline/airport rules. If your route keeps you strictly airside and Belgium’s ATV rule doesn’t apply to your case, a visa may not be necessary. Because ATV rules vary by country and route, confirm with your airline and the Belgian ATV list before travel. When uncertain, consult goFLY.
Belgium visa tracking Bangladesh
- VFS tracking: Use your VFS reference/receipt number to track movement from VFS to the mission and back.
- Consular updates: Some cases receive email/SMS updates; in others, updates appear only at decision time.
- No fixed “ratio”: Tracking is case‑by‑case; there’s no nationality‑based acceptance metric.
Common refusal reasons (and how we help)
- Funds & ties not convincing: We align bank statements, income, and ties to Bangladesh.
- Itinerary mismatch: We sync flights, hotels, and daily plans to your stated purpose.
- Weak invitation/sponsor evidence: We use vetted templates and check host IDs/relationship proofs.
- Missing legalizations/translations (D): We guide apostille/legalization and certified translations.
- Late application: We secure early VFS dates and prepare complete files to avoid delays.
Sample cover letter (Schengen tourist)
- To: Visa Officer, Embassy of Belgium (via VFS Global, Dhaka)
- Subject: Application for Schengen Short‑Stay (Tourism) — Belgium
- I, [Your Full Name], passport no: [XXXXXXXX], intend to visit Belgium from: [dd/mm/yyyy] to: [dd/mm/yyyy] for tourism. I will visit [cities] and stay at [hotels/host address]. Funding: Self/sponsored (bank statements attached). Employment: [Company, designation]; employer NOC: attached. Itinerary: Return flight and daily plan attached. I will return to Bangladesh on [date]. Kindly consider my application.
- Contact: [Phone], [Email]
- Signature & Date: [dd/mm/yyyy]
goFLY — Belgium visa agency in Bangladesh (Dhaka)
- Category selection: Schengen C vs Long‑stay D, with the right checklist.
- Document build: Consular‑grade file assembly with translations/legalizations guidance.
- VFS & biometrics: Appointment booking and submission briefing.
- Follow‑up: Status checks and responses to additional document requests.
- Add‑ons: Flights, hotels, Schengen insurance, and student support.
Call: 01713-289170, 01713-289175
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FAQs — Belgium visa for Bangladeshi passport
Q1) Belgium visa requirements for Bangladeshi (tourist):
Schengen C form, passport, 35×45 photo, flights, hotel/host invitation, travel insurance (EUR 30,000), funds (6 months statements), job/student proof, and a cover letter.
Q2) Belgium student visa from Bangladesh — what’s required?
Admission letter, financial means (blocked account or Annex 32), medical certificate (mission format), police clearance with translation/legalization, accommodation, insurance, contribution fee receipt, plus passport/photos and academics.
Q3) Belgium visa fee for Bangladeshi / from Bangladesh:
Schengen C fee + VFS service fee; Long‑stay D fee + Immigration Office contribution fee. Fees change; verify at VFS and DVZ/IBZ before payment.
Q4) Belgium visa processing:
C visas usually within 15 calendar days after receipt by the mission (can extend to 45). D visas often 6–12+ weeks. Apply early.
Q5) Belgium embassy in Bangladesh website/email address:
Use official “Diplomacy Belgium” and VFS Belgium pages for the current mission website and contact email. Coverage is often via the Embassy of Belgium in New Delhi for Bangladesh.
Q6) Belgium VFS Dhaka — what happens there?
Appointment, file submission, fee payment, biometrics, tracking receipt, and passport collection/courier.
Q7) Belgium visa ratio for Bangladeshi / students (2025):
No official “ratio” is published. Outcomes depend on document quality, funds, ties, and category‑specific rules.
Q8) Belgium visa tracking Bangladesh:
Track using your VFS reference. You may also receive consular emails/SMS; otherwise, wait for decision notification.
Q9) Do I need an Airport Transit Visa (ATV) for Belgium?
Some Bangladeshi routes require ATV depending on airline/itinerary. Confirm with your carrier and the Belgian ATV list; apply in advance if needed.
Q10) How can goFLY help?
We prepare a consular‑ready file, secure VFS, brief you for biometrics, track progress, and advise on insurance/flights/hotels.
Sources (verify latest before applying)
Disclaimer
Important: Visa rules, fees, and timelines change without notice. Decisions (grant/refusal, entries, duration) are at the Belgian authorities’ discretion. Always check the latest on VFS Belgium and the Belgian Immigration Office before applying. This guide is informational and not a substitute for official instructions.
