This fact sheet is for Canadian nationals only. Please note if you are not a Canadian passport holder you will need to check with your relevant Country Embassy.
| Topic | Information |
|---|---|
| Travel Advice | Travel advice and advisories for Belgium |
| Embassy | Embassies and consulates | Belgium (Government of Canada) |
| Entry Requirements | Arrival in Belgium |
| Visa Information | Latest travel and visa advice |
| Currency Conversion | Live Exchange Rate: Canadian Dollar to Euro |
| Cultural Insights | Hofstede Country Comparison -- Belgium |
| Health Information | NaTHNaC - Belgium (travelhealthpro.org.uk) |
| Solo Female Travel | Belgium Solo Female Travel Safety Tips and Advice (solofemaletravelers.club) |
| Gay Travel Index | Gay Travel Index (gayguide.travel) |
Emergency Numbers
| Service | Phone Number |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 100 |
| Fire | 100 |
| Police | 101 |
Country Facts
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Capital city | Brussels |
| Language | Dutch (official) 60%, French (official) 40%, German (official) less than 1% |
| Currency | Euro |
| Phone Code | +32 |
| Internet Code | .be |
| Time Zone | UTC+1 |
| Drives on | Right |
| Plug Types | Type C, Type E |
| Drinking Water | Safe to drink |
| Dominant Religion | Roman Catholic 75%, other (includes Protestant) 25% |
| Significant Dates | May 8 - Victory Day July 21 - Belgium National Day |