Belgium visa requirements for Burkinabes

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Burkinabes visiting Belgium

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Belgian Visa.


  • A Burkina Faso passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Belgium Visa for Burkinabes

Facts about Belgium


Belgium is a prime tourist site due to its historical landmark, modern architecture and rural idylls. Also, the country is visited by a lot of business tourists. The country is also famous for its long traditions in arts, fashion, and its cuisine. Tourists in the country can be guaranteed of a very good time as there are a lot of things to see all over the city and activities like hiking, biking and camping to engage in. While in the country, there are various festivals to attend at different periods throughout the year. Mussels, Balletjes, Stoemp, Waffles, and other special Belgian delicacies will leave you asking for more, be sure to try these cuisines out.
 
Tourism in Belgium has been on the up since 2009. The number of visitors who visited Belgium in 2009 was just over 12 million which increased to 16 million in 2017. It has been estimated that these numbers will continue to increase in the years to come. The tourism industry generates about 2.8% of Belgium’s gross domestic product and employs about 3.3% of the working population.
 
Foreigners are not allowed to enter or leave the country with more €10,000 or its equivalent in any currency. Avoid wearing expensive jewellery and watches as this may attract petty criminals to you.

Types of Belgium Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 - 30 days 90 days
Business visa 15 - 30 day 90 days
Work visa 15 - 30 days 1 year +

General Requirements for Belgium Visa


  • A Burkina Faso passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Belgium Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Work visa

60.00 (EUR)

Belgium Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Burkina Faso


Location

Address

Ouagadougou

Belgian Embassy in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso Blauwduifweg 5 Ouagadougou Burkina Faso

www.diplomatique.be/ouagadougou/

ouagadougou@diplbel.org

(+226) 50.31.21.64

Frequently Asked Questions


How many days it will take to get Belgium visa?

The processing time for a Belgian Schengen visa may take up to 15 days, in a normal situation. In some cases, this period may be extended to up to 30 days, depending on the reason presented.


Can I work in Belgium with a student visa?

If you're a foreign student enrolled at a Belgian educational institution and have a valid residence permit, you can work up to 20 hours a week during school time, as long as it does not interfere with your studies.


What is blue card in Belgium?

The European blue card is a work permit as well as a residence permit for highly-qualified 'third-country nationals' willing to stay and work in an EU Member State.