Belgian visa for Afghan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Afghan passport holders visiting Belgium for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Afghan citizens to enter Belgium for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Belgium e-visa for Afghan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Belgium visa on arrival for Afghan citizens | Not Available | |
Belgium tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Afghan 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 Afghanistan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Belgium nearest your place of residence.
- Islamabad: The Embassy of in Islamabad, ~ 493.88 kilometers (306.88 mi) away from Kabul, Afghanistan. (Working hours: Close now).
- Dushanbe: The Honorary Consulate of in Dushanbe, ~ 522.36 kilometers (324.58 mi) away from Kabul, Afghanistan. (Working hours: Close now).
Belgium visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Belgium diplomatic mission offices to Afghanistan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Afghanistan traveling to Belgium from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Afghanistan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 717 | N/A |
| 2009 | 682 | -4.88% |
| 2010 | 719 | 5.43% |
| 2011 | 749 | 4.17% |
| 2012 | 756 | 0.93% |
| 2013 | 768 | 1.59% |
| 2014 | 789 | 2.73% |
| 2015 | 836 | 5.96% |
| 2016 | 748 | -10.53% |
| 2017 | 839 | 12.17% |
| 2018 | 912 | 8.70% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Belgium & Afghanistan comparison
Belgium's area is approximately 30,280 km2 (11,691 sq mi), while the area of Afghanistan is approximately 652,860 km2 (252,070 sq mi). This means Afghanistan is 21.56 times bigger than Belgium.
As of October 2025, Belgium's population is ~11.8 million people - 31,618,904 fewer people than the population of Afghanistan.
We have highlighted Belgium & Afghanistan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Belgium | Afghanistan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 11,844,594 | 43,463,498 | 31.6 million fewer people live in Belgium than Afghanistan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 104 | 69 | Belgium has 35 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Afghanistan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 144 | 6 | Belgium passport holders can visit 138 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 259 | 44 | Belgian hosts 215 more foreign missions than Afghanistan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Afghanistan travel to Belgium in one year?
The number of visitors from Afghanistan visiting Belgium in 2018 was approximately 912.
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Useful Information
- Brussels to Kabul: 6537.35 km (4062.12 mi)
- Travel time: 13 hours 37 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025