Belgian visa for Swiss citizens
A visa is NOT required for Swiss passport holders visiting Belgium for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Swiss citizens to enter Belgium for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Belgium e-visa for Swiss citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Belgium visa on arrival for Swiss citizens | Not Available | |
Belgium tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Swiss passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Belgium.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Belgium.
If you are looking for Belgium visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Switzerland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Belgium nearest your place of residence.
- Bern: The Embassy of Belgium in Bern, Switzerland (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 50 minutes)
- St. Gallen: The Honorary Consulate of Belgium in St. Gallen, Switzerland (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 50 minutes)
- Lugano: The Honorary Consulate of Belgium in Lugano, Switzerland (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 50 minutes)
- Zurich: The Honorary Consulate of Belgium in Zurich, Switzerland (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 50 minutes)
- Geneva: The Honorary Consulate of Belgium in Geneva, Switzerland (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 50 minutes)
- Basel: The Consulate General of Belgium in Basel, Switzerland (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 50 minutes)
- Geneva: The Permanent Representation of Belgium in Geneva, Switzerland (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 50 minutes)
Belgium visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Belgium diplomatic mission offices to Switzerland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Switzerland traveling to Belgium from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Switzerland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 124,735 | N/A |
| 2009 | 116,420 | -6.67% |
| 2010 | 115,232 | -1.02% |
| 2011 | 124,735 | 8.25% |
| 2012 | 116,420 | -6.67% |
| 2013 | 124,735 | 7.14% |
| 2014 | 118,796 | -4.76% |
| 2015 | 107,780 | -9.27% |
| 2016 | 91,308 | -15.28% |
| 2017 | 90,394 | -1.00% |
| 2018 | 95,873 | 6.06% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Belgium & Switzerland comparison
Belgium's area is approximately 30,280 km2 (11,691 sq mi), while the area of Switzerland is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi). This means Switzerland is 30.50% larger than Belgium.
As of April 2024, Belgium's population is ~11.8 million people - 2,882,802 more people than the population of Switzerland.
We have highlighted Belgium & Switzerland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Belgium | Switzerland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 11,793,600 | 8,910,798 | 2.9 million more people live in Belgium than Switzerland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 104 | 146 | Belgium has 42 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Switzerland. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 144 | 142 | Belgium passport holders can visit 2 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 259 | 268 | Belgian hosts 9 fewer foreign missions than Switzerland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Switzerland travel to Belgium in one year?
The number of visitors from Switzerland visiting Belgium in 2018 was approximately 95,873.
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