🇧🇪 Belgium Business Visa
Dear visitor, welcome to the Belgium visa page of Marsel Visa.
The Belgium Business Visa is designed for applicants who wish to travel to Belgium for business activities such as meetings, contract signings, attending conferences, or participating in trade fairs. As one of the short-term visas under the Schengen framework, the business visa process requires careful preparation of professional and commercial details. For the best chance of approval, it is highly recommended to seek professional support in line with your travel purpose and business agenda before starting the application process.
Holders of ordinary (burgundy) passports must obtain a visa for all business trips to Belgium. Holders of diplomatic, service, and special passports are exempt from the visa requirement for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Under Schengen rules, the country where you make your first entry and spend the longest part of your stay must be Belgium. Failure to comply with this requirement during the application stage can result in a refusal, and violating it during your trip may lead to penalties and negative outcomes in future Schengen applications.
📌 Belgium Business Visa Procedures
The Belgium business visa process begins with completing the application form according to official requirements and continues with the preparation of all personal, financial, and professional documents in full. Your application is entered into the system through visa centers authorized by the Embassy of Belgium, and your appointment date is set. If you have a valid VIS biometric record from a previous Schengen visa, you may not need to attend the appointment in person. In such cases, you can take advantage of Marsel Visa’s “Visa at Your Door” service to complete your application from your home or office without interrupting your business schedule.
During the evaluation stage, your application will be assessed in accordance with international visa standards, your compliance in past travels, your ties to Turkey, and your business activities. The accuracy, consistency, and completeness of your documents play a decisive role in the consulate’s decision-making process. For this reason, preparing your application with the guidance of our experienced consultants ensures a smoother and more reliable outcome.
📝 Required Documents for a Belgium Business Visa
The required documents for a Belgium Business Visa provide a detailed summary of the applicant’s identity, financial situation, and professional background. In business visa applications, the sector of the inviting company, your role, and your professional qualifications carry particular weight. Your passport must have been issued within the last 10 years, contain at least two blank pages, and remain valid for at least three months after your planned return. A copy of your national ID card and your full civil registry record must also be included.
The Belgium visa application form must be completed online, with all information consistent with the rest of your documentation. You must also include a signed language preference form indicating the language in which you would like your application to be processed. Your file should contain a recent biometric photo, travel health insurance covering at least €30,000 for the entire duration of your stay, and proof of your accommodation and flight reservations.
One of the most critical documents for a business visa application is an invitation letter from the company in Belgium, written on official letterhead, clearly stating the purpose and dates of your visit. Additionally, your employer in Turkey must provide an official letter on company letterhead stating your position, employment start date, travel dates, and how travel expenses will be covered. This letter must be signed by an authorized company representative and written in one of Belgium’s official languages or in English.
You must also submit your last three payslips, a stamped and signed bank account statement covering the last three months with a sufficient balance for your trip, and supporting company documents such as signature circulars, tax certificate, chamber of commerce registration, trade registry record, and social security service statements.
💰 Belgium Business Visa Fee
The fee for a Belgium Business Visa depends on your length of stay, number of entries, and any special circumstances. As of 2025, the average fee for a short-term, single-entry business visa is €90. This amount is the consular fee and is non-refundable, even if your application is withdrawn or refused. Travel insurance, visa center service charges, and consultancy fees are not included in this amount. You may request an exact cost calculation from our consultants before submitting your application.
🕒 How Long Does It Take to Get a Belgium Business Visa?
The average processing time is 7–15 business days from the date your application is entered into the system. Factors such as consulate workload, public holidays, the summer season, or additional review requirements can extend this period. We recommend applying at least one month before your planned travel date. Submitting your application within the last 15 days before travel increases the risk of trip cancellation in the event of a refusal.
⛔ Belgium Business Visa Refusal
A refusal is one of the possible outcomes in a Belgium visa application and is most often caused by incomplete or unverifiable documentation. A refusal for a business visa can result in both financial and time losses, making professional consultancy a wise choice for a safe and effective process. If your application is refused, the consulate will provide a written notice stating the reason. Once the issue is resolved, you may submit a new application. At Marsel Visa, we review your refusal letter, address the issues, and prepare a stronger application for your second attempt.