Belgium visa requirements for Cape Verdians
Travel and visa requirements
Basic Travel Requirements for Cape Verdians visiting Belgium
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Belgian Visa.
- A diligently filled visa application form.
- An International passport valid for at least 3 months after exit from Belgium.
- At least 2 blank pages should be free for visa stamp.
- Two passport-sized photographs that meet the Belgium visa application requirements.
- The passport must be the exact same pictures.
- Flight reservations and tickets.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Medical insurance with a minimum cover of €30,000.
- Proof of financial sustenance in Belgium.
- All documents should be either in English, French, Dutch or German.
- Travel/trip Itinerary.
- Proof of civil status as an incentive of return to Cape Verde.
- Birth certificate and consent form for minor applicants.
- The visa fee is free for age 0 - 12, €35 for age 6 - 12, and €60 for age 12 and above.
Belgium Visa for Cape Verdians
Facts about Belgium
Types of Belgium Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Business visa | 15 days | 90 days |
| Medical visa | 15 days | 90 days |
| Student visa | 15 days | Over 90 days |
| Tourist visa | 15 days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Belgium Visa
- A diligently filled visa application form.
- An International passport valid for at least 3 months after exit from Belgium.
- At least 2 blank pages should be free for visa stamp.
- Two passport-sized photographs that meet the Belgium visa application requirements.
- The passport must be the exact same pictures.
- Flight reservations and tickets.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Medical insurance with a minimum cover of €30,000.
- Proof of financial sustenance in Belgium.
- All documents should be either in English, French, Dutch or German.
- Travel/trip Itinerary.
- Proof of civil status as an incentive of return to Cape Verde.
- Birth certificate and consent form for minor applicants.
- The visa fee is free for age 0 - 12, €35 for age 6 - 12, and €60 for age 12 and above.
Belgium Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- This visa allows Cabo Verdeans carry out business activities while in Belgium.
- With this visa, you can meet up with partners in Belgium to negotiate and sign business contracts.
- One recent passport sized photograph that's taken on white background and meets the photo specifications is required.
- An original passport with a validity of not less than 3 months to the proposed date of departure must be submitted also.
- You will be required to submit a proof of travel insurance that has a minimum coverage of €30,000.
- Non-Cape Verdeans are to provide a valid residence permit.
- A letter of introduction from your company explaining its commercial activities, your position and purpose of trip is needed.
- An invitation letter from the company in Belgium detailing the purpose of your visit and who will be sponsoring it is also important.
- This letter must be in either French, Dutch, German or English and must be written on company's letterhead.
- Proof of previous business relationship with the Belgian company is also needed for this visa application.
- Photocopy of memorandum and article of association of the Belgian company should be submitted.
- A copy of the business registration and trade licence should be submitted as well.
- A letter from your employer stating awareness and allowance of your business travel for the duration of your stay is required.
- The purpose of your travel should be stated in the letter.
- You cannot seek public funds with this visa while in the country.
- You are expected to exit Belgium before the expiration of your visa.
- This visa is usually processed in about 15 working days so you should apply no later than 15 working days before intendedtrip.
Belgium Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- This medical visa is for applicants who intend to seek and receive medical attention in Belgium.
- Applicant will need to present a medical report issued by a hospital in Cape Verde describing their ailment.
- A recent medical certificate from a reputable medical practitioner stating that the treatment sought by the applicant can not be gotten in Cape Verde
- One recent passport sized photograph of a white background that meets the Belgium visa photograph requirements.
- Proof of travel insurance from a recognized insurance company with a minimum coverage of €30,000 should be submitted.
- For non-Cape Verdeans a valid residence permit is to be submitted.
- An official confirmation of the appointment date of the treatment by the medical institution in Belgium is required.
- This confirmation must state how long the treatment will take and when the applicant will be leaving the country.
- Proof that the applicant has sufficient financial means to pay for medical bills and other expenses that may arise throughout their treatment should be submitted also.
- Proof of payment of medical fees is to be submitted.
- Documentation proving status either as an employee, student or business owner is important and must be provided.
- Minors must ensure they possess the original copy of their birth certificate and a letter of consent signed by both parents.
- This visa does not allow you to work while you are in Belgium.
- After your ailment has been completely treated, you are expected to leave the country.
- Holders are not allowed to take up permanent residence in the country.
Belgium Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- The student visa is for students who wish to study in any Belgian learning institution.
- All official documents are to be legalized by the Cape Verdean Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the embassy of Belgium.
- All documents submitted for this visa application must contain an original and 2 clear photocopies.
- Your passport must be valid for at least 15 months after the applicants exit from Belgium and it must have at least 2 blank pages for visa stamps.
- 3 recent passport sized photographs are to be submitted for the application.
- A documentation showing that you've been accepted into an institution of learning in Belgium is required.
- Proof that the applicant satisfied the conditions for access to studying in Belgium is to he submitted.
- This proof could be academic results or previously obtained learning certificates and transcripts.
- As an international student, you will need to apply for a national long-stay visa which will allow you to stay longer than 90 days in Belgium.
- Applicants are to provide proof of travel insurance with a minimum coverage of 30,000 covering any medical emergency for the duration of their stay.
- A medical certificate stating that the applicant does not carry any diseases that may endanger public health (such as Tuberculosis and other diseases that may require quarantine)is also to be submitted.
- Proof of financial sustenance for the applicants entire stay in Belgium is needed.
- This proof could be a valid scholarship offer, recent bank statement, letter attesting sponsorship and a valid ID of the sponsor.
- An enrollment certificate allowing attendance of courses in Belgium is required.
- Holders of this visa can work part-time when school is in session and full-time when the school is on break as long as it will not affect their studies.
- This visa can be extended to cover the duration of the applicant's study in the country.
- Medical certificate issued not more than 6 months to the date of application is to be submitted for this application.
- A certificate of good conduct not more than 6 months to the date of the application is required to show that the applicant has not been convicted for any crimes.
- For minors, a letter of authorization signed by both parents and the original copy of their birth certificate should be presented.
Belgium Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- This visa is for Cape Verdean applicants traveling to Belgium for tourism, recreation, sightseeing and relaxation purposes.
- You can also visit friends and relatives with this visa.
- You can attend festivals and events while you are in Belgium.
- If you have a valid Schengen visa, you can visit Belgium too.
- The Belgium tourist visa is issued to applicants who intend to spend not more than 90 days in Belgium.
- An original passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your exit from Belgium is required for submission.
- You are to submit a valid medical insurance which has a minimum coverage of €30,000 from an approved insurance company.
- Proof of accommodation is required for the applicants entire stay in Belgium.
- This proof could be an invitation letter from your host in Belgium which should have details of your trip, the home address and telephone number of your host in the country.
- With this visa, applicants are not to attend courses in any Belgian learning institution.
- A letter from your current employer in Cape Verde is required.
- This letter will be proof of your employer's awareness of your trip.
- Non-Cape Verdeans are to present a copy of their Cape Verdean stay permit.
- For minors, birth certificate and a letter of consent signed by both parents is required.
- Documentation showing that the applicant has the incentive of returning to Cape Verde is important.
- Holders of the tourist visa are not paid for the services they render while they are in the country.
- During the applicants time in the country, they are not allowed to seek public funds.
- If applicant is retired, proof of retirement funds should be presented.
- You should apply no later than 15 working days before the intended trip date.
- The visa is eligible for a stay of 90 days and is usually processed in about 15 working days.
Belgium Visa Fees
Visa Type
Sub Types
Visa Fees
Business visa
60.00 (EUR)
Medical visa
60.00 (EUR)
Student visa
60.00 (EUR)
Tourist visa
60.00 (EUR)
Belgium Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Cape Verde
Location
Address
Praia
Rua 5 de Julho, 86-88
-
emb.caboverde@skynet.be
(+238) (61) 38.92
What is the official language in Belgium?
The official languages in Belgium are Dutch, with 60% people speaking, French with 40% speakers and German. A good number of Belgians speak English language also.
Is Belgium safe?
Belgium, generally, is a very safe country except for certain neighbourhoods in Brussels like the port and docks of Antwerp. Charleroi and Liège have the highest crime rates in Southern Belgium but if tourists keep an eye on their belongings and avoid walking or traveling alone at night, they will be fine.
What is the official currency in Belgium?
The official currency in Belgium is the Euro and it is the only accepted currency in Belgium.
Can I use credit/debit cards in Belgium?
Both credit and debit cards can be used in Belgium but the accepted option is Visa cards. Mastercards are accepted widely in outlets.
What is Belgium famous for?
Belgium is known for having spectacular castles, the Brussels palace is bigger than the Buckingham palace. Belgium is also known for having chocolate and Beer.
Is it true that Belgium allows prostitution?
Yes, as weird as it may seem, Prostitution is legal in Belgium. However, pimping and soliciting are illegal.
Is the tap water safe for drinking in Belgium?
The tap water in Belgium is very safe for drinking and is safe than bottled water which has too much harmful minerals.