How to get a visa for Belgium in Algeria?

Belgium is one of the 29 member countries of the Schengen Area. Any citizen from a country outside this zone will need a Belgian visa to enter Belgium and travel within the Schengen Area.

There are a few exceptions, as some countries have agreements for visa exemptions for their nationals (Mexico, Canada, Japan, United States, etc.). Algerian nationals wishing to stay in Belgium must obtain a Schengen visa, which will allow them to travel within the European countries' borders for a limited time.

Where to submit a visa application for Belgium in Algeria?

To obtain this visa, you need to apply at one of the TLS centers in Algeria, which handle the issuance of residence permits.

Note: No Belgian consulate is present in Algeria. Only an embassy is located in Algeria.

Belgian Embassy in Algeria

• Address: Chemin Tayebi Youcef, Algiers.
• Website: algeria.diplomatie.belgium.be/fr
• Phone: +213 21 92 26 20

Although the embassy is present in Algeria, most applications will be directed to the TLS centers that handle visa issuance.

You can start your application process via the website of the center in question. A follow-up appointment will be scheduled to complete your application (be.tlscontact.com/dz/alg/index.php).

The contact details of the TLS visa application center in Algiers:

• Butte des deux bassins Oued Roman El Achour, Algiers, Algeria.
• The center can be reached at: (+213) 671 562 004 - available Sunday to Thursday, from 08:30 - 15:30

For nationals from other Maghreb countries, the following pages will be useful for obtaining a Schengen visa:

• To obtain a visa for Belgium from Tunisia, check this page
• To obtain a visa for Belgium from Morocco, check this page

What documents and supporting evidence are required for a visa application for Belgium?

• Proof of the purpose of the trip: invitation from the host family. In the case of a family visit: proof of the family relationship (e.g., family civil status certificate).
• A recent passport-sized photo, mandatory in color and with a light gray or white background.
• A photocopy of the passport (with validity extending beyond the travel period).
• Return flight ticket reservation confirmation.
• Proof of socio-economic stability: for employees: employment certificate or recent work contract + pay slips from the last three months, CNAS (National Social Insurance Fund) affiliation certificate, or, if unavailable, an explanatory letter from the employer. For retirees: proof of pension receipt. For students or minors: proof of the social or professional situation of the parents and, if applicable, a school certificate or student card;
• Proof of accommodation (host family accommodation, hotel reservation, etc.).
• Financial proof: documents (3 recent pay slips, original bank statement, etc.) proving your financial stability and ability to support yourself during your stay.
• Travel insurance certificate: this coverage is mandatory to ensure the traveler's safety.

Be sure to provide the original documents requested. If these documents are in Arabic, a translation for each document is necessary. Also, make sure to fill out your visa application form in French.

Remember, this type of application is for "short stays." The visa granted allows travel up to 90 days within the Schengen Area. For work or study-related trips, a specific application must be made.

Visa for Belgium: who must apply?

All Algerian nationals, regardless of age, are required to travel with a Schengen visa. Although the price varies depending on age, no one is exempt.

• Adult: 80 €.
• Child aged 12 to 18 years: 80 €.
• Child aged 6 to 11 years: 40 €.
• Child under 6 years: free.

Even young children whose visa fee is waived must have one.

ETIAS will control entries to the Schengen Area starting in 2021

All travelers from countries outside the Schengen Area will be required to apply for an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) from 2021.

The obtained residence permit will allow the holder to travel within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days. Furthermore, this residence permit will be valid for a period of 3 years.

Note: Citizens from countries that have entered into an exemption agreement with the Schengen Area will also be required to obtain authorization to enter.

Do Algerian nationals need a visa to go to Belgium?

Whether for a short stay or a longer trip - Algerian nationals - like many other nationalities - are required to obtain a visa to go to Belgium.

Where should a visa application for Belgium be submitted from Algeria?

The General Consulate of Belgium in Algiers has outsourced the reception of visa applications to the service provider TLS Contact. You must register on their website - fill out an online form - gather the required supporting documents, and schedule an appointment to submit your complete file at the TLS Contact center located in Algiers.

Do children under 6 years old need to apply for a visa for Belgium from Algeria?

Yes. Even though children under 6 years are exempt from visa fees, it is mandatory to submit a Schengen visa application for each of them.