--- title: Belgium visa for citizens of Uganda description: "Citizens of Uganda need a visa for Belgium and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/belgium/uganda lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Belgium visa for citizens of Uganda Citizens of Uganda need a visa for Belgium and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Application site: https://visaonweb.diplomatie.be/ ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Short-stay Schengen visa (Tourist, Business, Visit) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Visa validity:** 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months showing sufficient funds ## How to apply 1. **Complete the online visa application form** — Fill in the application form at visaonweb.diplomatie.be and print it. 2. **Gather required documents** — Collect all necessary documents as per the checklist for your visa type. 3. **Book an appointment at TLScontact Kampala** — Schedule a slot via the TLScontact website (visas-be.tlscontact.com). 4. **Attend appointment at TLScontact** — Submit your application, biometrics (fingerprints and photo), and pay the visa fee in person. 5. **Visa processing by embassy/Immigration Office** — Your application is processed; standard time is 15 calendar days. 6. **Check application status** — Track your application using the file number on the Immigration Office website or contact them. 7. **Collect passport or receive by courier** — Pick up your passport from TLScontact or have it couriered to you. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages)** (Identity): Valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area - **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Fill online via VIS series (visaonweb.diplomatie.be) - **Recent passport-sized photograph (35x45 mm)** (Identity): White background, not older than 6 months - **Travel medical insurance** (Supporting): Minimum coverage €30,000; valid for entire Schengen area - **Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation** (Travel): Shows entry and exit dates - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter)** (Travel): Covers entire stay - **Proof of sufficient financial means** (Financial): Bank statements, traveler's cheques, or sponsorship letter - **Employment letter (or proof of self-employment/retirement)** (Employment): Stating position, salary, and approved leave - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): To show travel history - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children)** (Identity, optional): For family visits or accompanying minors - **Invitation letter (if visiting family/friends)** (Supporting, optional): From host in Belgium, signed and dated - **Visa processing fee payment receipt** (Financial): Pay at TLScontact or bank transfer as instructed - **Return envelope (if opting for courier delivery)** (Supporting, optional): Prepaid courier label for passport return - **Additional documents for minors (consent letter, birth certificate, etc.)** (Identity, optional): If applicant is under 18 ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** Approx. €40-60 per day of stay - Bank statements - Sponsorship letter - Traveler's cheques Bank statements must be original, stamped, and dated within one month. ## Good to know - Biometric data (fingerprints and photo) will be collected; mandatory for all applicants aged 12+. - Visa fee is non-refundable even if application is refused or withdrawn. - Somali nationals residing in Uganda for family reunion must apply in Nairobi, Kenya. ## Common refusal reasons - **Incomplete or incorrect documentation** — Use the official checklist and ensure all documents are translated/legalised if required. - **Insufficient financial means** — Provide clear proof of funds covering the entire stay and onward travel. - **Doubts about intention to return** — Provide strong ties to home country (employment, property, family). - **Previous visa refusal or overstay in Schengen area** — Disclose honestly and provide explanation with supporting documents. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Uganda need a visa for Belgium? Citizens of Uganda need a visa for Belgium and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Short-stay Schengen visa (Tourist, Business, Visit). ### How long can citizens of Uganda stay in Belgium? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Belgium visa cost for citizens of Uganda? Government fee: €90. ### How long does Belgium visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Uganda need for Belgium? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages); Completed visa application form; Recent passport-sized photograph (35x45 mm); Travel medical insurance; Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation; Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter); and 8 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Belgium? At least 3 months. ### Where do I apply? Applications go through https://visaonweb.diplomatie.be/. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay. ## Sources - [Visa for Belgium | FPS Foreign Affairs](https://uganda.diplomatie.belgium.be/en/travel-belgium/visa-belgium) - Consular Affairs - Embassy of Uganda Brussels - Belgium (ugandamission-benelux.org, third-party site) - [Belgium Visa - Price, Requirements and Application - VisaHQ](https://www.visahq.com.bd/belgium/) - [visaonweb.diplomatie.be](https://visaonweb.diplomatie.be/) ## More - [Belgium visa for every passport](/visa/belgium) - [Every destination for Uganda passport holders](/visa/passport/uganda)