🇮🇩INDONESIA

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Do Indonesia passport holders need a visa to visit BE?

Q: How long can I stay in Belgium on this visa?

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen area, subject to the entries and validity granted on your visa.

Q: Where do I apply in Indonesia?

Belgium is represented by the Netherlands for short stays, so you apply at the Benelux Visa Centre operated by VFS Global in Jakarta.

Q: How much does the visa cost?

The standard Schengen visa fee is EUR 90 for adults and EUR 45 for children aged 6-11, plus a VFS Global service charge.

Q: Does ETIAS replace the visa for Indonesians?

No. ETIAS (launching late 2026) only applies to visa-exempt nationalities. Indonesian travelers still need a full Schengen visa.

Q: How early should I apply?

You can apply up to 6 months before travel and should submit at least 3 weeks before your departure to allow for processing.

Yes - Indonesian ordinary passport holders need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before traveling to Belgium for tourism. Indonesia is not on the EU/Schengen visa-exemption list, so Indonesian ordinary passport holders must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before visiting Belgium for tourism. Belgium is a full Schengen member, and the visa permits stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. In Indonesia, Belgium is represented by the Netherlands for short-stay visas, so applications are lodged at the Benelux Visa Centre operated by VFS Global in Jakarta. The standard visa fee is EUR 90 for adults. Applications can be submitted up to 6 months before travel and should be lodged at least 3 weeks ahead; processing typically takes about 15 calendar days but can extend to 45 days. Note: ETIAS (launching late 2026) applies only to visa-exempt nationalities, so it does NOT replace the visa requirement for Indonesian travelers - they continue to need a full Schengen visa.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Single, double or multiple (as granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 (adult); EUR 45 (children 6-11)

consular fee only

Processing time

~15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases)

standard track

Validity

As granted, within the 90/180 limit

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm the right visa and competent country

For tourism in Belgium for up to 90 days, you need a Schengen Type C visa. In Indonesia, Belgium is represented by the Netherlands, so you apply through the Benelux Visa Centre (VFS Global).

· Type C· Belgium = main destination

/02

Gather required documents

Prepare a passport valid 3+ months beyond departure, completed application form, biometric photos, round-trip flight reservation, accommodation proof, bank statements (last 3 months), and travel insurance with at least EUR 30,000 coverage.

· Insurance ≥ EUR 30,000· Bank statements 3 months

/03

Book an appointment at VFS Global Jakarta

Schedule a biometrics appointment at the Benelux Visa Centre. Apply at least 3 weeks before, and no more than 6 months before, your intended departure date.

· 3 weeks - 6 months window

/04

Attend the appointment and submit biometrics

Lodge your application in person, provide fingerprints and a photo, and pay the visa fee plus the VFS service charge.

· Biometrics required· In-person

/05

Wait for processing

Standard processing is around 15 calendar days; it may be extended to 30-45 days if additional checks or documents are needed.

· ~15 days

/06

Collect passport and verify the visa

Retrieve your passport, then check the visa sticker for the validity dates, number of entries, and the authorized length of stay before you travel.

· Check sticker details

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

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Passport valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure, with 2+ blank pages

required

Completed and signed Schengen visa application form

required

Two recent biometric passport photos (3.5 x 4.5 cm, white background)

required

Travel medical insurance covering at least EUR 30,000

required

Round-trip flight reservation / itinerary

required

Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)

required

Bank statements for the last 3 months proving sufficient funds

required

Visa fee (EUR 90) plus VFS Global service charge

required

Proof of employment / business or study status

recommended

Cover letter explaining purpose and itinerary of trip

recommended

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Standard short-stay Type C fee

Schengen visa fee (child 6-11)EUR 45Children under 6 are exempt

VFS Global service fee~EUR 30-35Charged by the Benelux Visa Centre per application

Travel insuranceFrom ~EUR 20Mandatory, min EUR 30,000 coverage

Total estimateEUR 110 — EUR 160incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing

~15 calendar days

Typical decision time after a complete application is submitted at VFS Global.

Extended processing

30-45 days

Applies when additional documents or further checks are required; apply well in advance.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Indonesia is not visa-exempt for Schengen

Indonesian ordinary passport holders are not on the EU visa-free list and must obtain a Schengen visa for any short stay.

High

/02

Belgium is a full Schengen member

Entry follows uniform Schengen rules, including the 90-days-in-180 limit.

High

/03

Belgium represented by the Netherlands in Indonesia

Short-stay applications are processed via the Benelux Visa Centre (VFS Global) under Dutch responsibility.

Medium

/04

ETIAS does not apply to Indonesians

ETIAS (late 2026) only covers visa-exempt nationalities; Indonesian travelers still need a full Schengen visa.

Medium

/05

Insurance and funds are mandatory

Applications without valid travel insurance or proof of sufficient funds are commonly refused.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Indonesia to Belgium route verified

Confirmed via the Belgian FPS Foreign Affairs site that Indonesian ordinary passport holders still require a Schengen Type C visa for short tourist visits, processed in Indonesia by the Netherlands (Benelux Visa Centre / VFS Global). Verified that ETIAS does not exempt Indonesian nationals.

/09 — The questions