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Belgium is world-famous for its chocolate, (producing more than 220,000 tons of chocolate per year), waffles, beer, and its national football team, the Red Devils. If you have a love for Belgian waffles, you can find over 30 different types in an average supermarket. And for extra bonus points when youâre playing trivia, Audrey Hepburn was born in Brussels!
With so many activities and places to visit, you may want to plan ahead for any unexpected medical event or other issues before heading out. Look over the various travel insurance plans for your vacation or business adventures..
Travel Insurance Requirements for Belgium
International travelers visiting Belgium will need to have travel insurance with a minimum coverage of 30,000 (about $50,000 USD) to satisfy the Schengen Visa requirements.
For non-U.S. residents, travel insurance must be purchased before the issuance of your Schengen Visa. With several Schengen Visa Insurance plans to choose from, VisitorsCoverage can help you decide which one is right for your needs.
We have travel medical plans with emergency medical evacuation, comprehensive coverage, and more. We also have plans that cover the Covid-19 requirements.
If youâre an American citizen traveling from the U.S. needing to cancel, postpone or cut short your original travel plans for any reason, including Covid-19-related issues, trip insurance with Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) coverage may be a better option. For international and non-US residents, the best fit may be International Travel Medical Insurance
COVID-19 in Belgium
Check the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for current COVID-19 conditions and requirements. Do not travel if you test positive for Covid, and make sure your vaccinations are up to date.
It is still important to continue safe hygiene practices.
- Wash your hands often, especially before eating.
- If you are sick, stay home or in your hotel room, unless you need medical care.
Covid information for your trip
Do you know the Covid situation for your destination? Keep up with country-specific advisories and notifications.
Health & Safety
Currently Belgium recommends that visitors should exercise increased precautions. To learn more about the current conditions while traveling, visit the Belgium Travel Advisory website.
Maintain Personal Security:
- Monitor travel advisories and alerts from the U.S. Department of State.
- Carry contact information for the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.
- Carry a photocopy of your passport and entry stamp; leave the actual passport securely in your hotel to avoid loss or theft.
- Follow all local laws and social customs.
Necessary Vaccinations
Make sure you are up to date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include:
- Chickenpox (Varicella)
- Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
- Flu (influenza)
- Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
- Polio
- Shingles
- Tick-borne Encephalitis (Recommended for persons who will have extensive exposure to ticks based on their planned outdoor activities and itinerary, or traveling to areas where ticks are likely to be found.)
For the most up-to-date information on required vaccinations and other health requirements, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website.
Visas & documentation
To enter Belgium, your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen area. The 12-page U.S. emergency passport is not valid for visa-free entry into Belgium. There must be two blank pages for stamps.
A tourist visa is not required for stays under 90 days within each 180 day period.
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