How to get a visa for Belgium from Tunisia?

The Schengen visa is a residence permit that allows nationals from countries outside the Schengen area to travel within the borders of one of the 29 member countries, such as Belgium, for example.

Except for citizens of certain countries that have signed a visa exemption agreement (Japan, Canada, the United States, etc.), foreign travelers must have a valid residence permit in their name to enter the Schengen area.

Where to submit a visa application for Belgium in Tunisia?

Generally, you need to contact the consulate or embassy of the destination country to apply for a visa. However, most of the time, these services are outsourced to specialized companies, the TLS centers.

Embassy of Belgium in Tunisia

• Address: 47 Rue du 1er Juin 1955, Tunis, Tunisia.
• Website: tunisia.diplomatie.belgium.be/fr
• Phone: +216 71 781 655

You can, however, start your process directly online by consulting the TLS center in Tunisia. Through the following site, you will be able to retrieve the visa application form and schedule the necessary appointment for processing your file:

• be.tlscontact.com/tn/tun/index.php?l=fr
• Visa application center in Tunis.
• Opening hours: by appointment from Monday to Friday 08:30 - 15:30
• Address: Immeuble Leman, rue du lac Leman, Berges du lac 1, 1053, Tunis, Tunisia

For residents of other Maghreb countries, the following addresses will help you apply as well:

• To get a visa for Belgium in Algeria, visit this page.
• To apply for a visa for Belgium from Morocco, check this page.

For a resident from Tunisia, it is necessary to apply and obtain a visa to travel to Belgium.

What documents are required to obtain a visa for Belgium?

For all countries in the Schengen area, the list of required documents is the same. Be sure to include all these documents so your application can be processed in a timely manner.

• A recent passport-sized photo, in color and on a white or light grey background.
• A photocopy of the passport (valid beyond the travel period).
• A letter detailing the reasons for the trip (tourism, family, etc.).
• Proof of round-trip flight reservation.
• Accommodation proof (family invitation, hotel booking, etc.).
• Financial proof: documents (last 3 pay slips, original bank statement, etc.) showing your financial stability and ability to support yourself during your stay.
• Travel insurance certificate: this coverage is mandatory to ensure the safety of the traveler.

During your appointment to finalize your application, be sure to bring the originals of the documents requested. For documents written only in Arabic, a translation may be required. Anticipate this request and provide the translation accordingly.

Note: You must specify the reasons for your trip to Belgium. A “short stay” visa is intended for trips up to 90 days. If the reasons for your trip are work or study-related, the type of residence permit will be different. Make sure to specify the nature of your stay in Belgium.

Who is required to apply for a visa to Belgium?

It is important to note that every traveler from Tunisia traveling to Belgium must have their own personal visa. You must also pay the required fee for obtaining this visa:

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

Additional service fees are 25€ and must be paid in Tunisian Dinars, 82.50 TND according to the current consulate exchange rate. The service fee amount was decided in agreement with the Belgian Consulate General in Tunisia and covers various TLScontact services.

ETIAS will control entries to the Schengen area starting in 2021

ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) will be responsible for controlling the entry of foreigners from non-Schengen countries starting in 2021. A prior application will be required to obtain a valid residence permit.

Once the system is in place, all foreign nationals, including those from countries with exemption agreements, will need to complete this process.

When should you submit your visa application for Belgium from Tunisia?

It is recommended to submit your visa application for Belgium from Tunisia at least 6 months before your planned travel date and no later than 15 days before the intended departure.

Do Tunisian nationals need a special visa to travel to Belgium?

Tunisians are among the nationals who must have a Schengen visa if they wish to travel to this European area for less than 90 days.

How much does a Schengen visa (type C) cost for a Tunisian wishing to go to Belgium?

A short-stay Schengen visa (less than 90 days) for Belgium costs 80 euros for people over 12 years old, 40 € for children aged 6 to 12 years, and is free for children under 6 years old.