How long can citizens of Hong Kong stay in Belgium?

Up to 90 days per visit under the visa-free arrangement, as of our last verification. Longer stays or other purposes use a dedicated visa route.

Can citizens of Hong Kong work or study in Belgium?

Belgium has 16 verified routes across work, study, residence and other purposes. Eligibility varies by route and nationality — see the full Belgium visa guide for details.

Travel corridor

Belgium visa requirements for citizens of Hong Kong.

Visa-freeStays of up to 90 days per visit.

No — citizens of Hong Kong can typically visit Belgium visa-free for stays of up to 90 days. Longer stays or other purposes (work, study, residence) use a dedicated visa route.

Routes for Belgium last verified 12 Jun 2026 against official sources.

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Beyond short stays

Other ways into Belgium for citizens of Hong Kong.

Study & Training

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National long-stay visa (Type D) -- study

Belgium Student Visa for Higher Education (Visa D)Gov fee €251 · ~90 days processing

Work & Self-Employment

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Professional Card (Carte professionnelle / Beroepskaart)Available

Belgium Professional Card for Self-Employed ForeignersGov fee €242

Professional Card (Beroepskaart / Carte professionnelle)Available

National long-stay visa (Type D) -- work

+6 more in the full guide

Retire & Lifestyle

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Belgium Working Holiday Programme VisaGov fee €242

Family & Origin

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Belgium Family Reunification Visa (Visa D)Gov fee €218 · ~270 days processing

Belgium Residence Card for Family Member of EU/Belgian Citizen~180 days processing

Special Categories

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Belgium Researcher Permit (Hosting Agreement)Gov fee €152 · ~120 days processing

Belgium Humanitarian Residence Authorisation (Article 9bis)Gov fee €242

Belgium EU Long-Term Resident Status~150 days processing

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