Travel Vaccines and Advice for Belgium

Filled with history and culture, Belgium is a popular destination. Make sure you explore them safely with travel vaccines and advice from Passport Health.

Do I Need Vaccines for Belgium?
Do I Need a Visa for Belgium?
What Is the Climate Like in Belgium?
How Safe Is Belgium?
Visit the Hidden Village of Doel
What Should I Take to Belgium?
U.S. Embassy in Belgium

Belgium is known as a country at the crossroads of medieval and modern-day. It is not uncommon to spend the morning touring the grounds of a centuries-old castle and the afternoon strolling through a museum of contemporary art.

Belgium is one of the most sought-after renaissance destinations in Europe. Elegant buildings sit side-by-side with cobblestone streets, interrupted by an occasional winding waterway.

Brussels, the country’s capital is a bilingual hub for international political gatherings. Belgium’s reputation as a gathering place for politicians has made it a target for terrorist attacks.

Security is improving in Belgium and the country hasn’t seen a large attack for some time.

Do I Need Vaccines for Belgium?

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Belgium. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccines for Belgium: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, and influenza.

Recommended Vaccines for Belgium

Vaccine	How Disease Spreads
Hepatitis A	Contaminated Food or Water
Hepatitis B	Contaminated Body Fluids (Sex, needles, etc.)
Rabies	Infected Animals
Influenza	Airborne Droplets

Sources: CDC, WHO and ISTM.

Visit our vaccinations page to learn more. Travel safely with Passport Health and schedule your appointment today by calling or book online now.

Customer Reviews

Passport Health Travel Vaccines for Belgium

Overall rating: 5 stars – 3 reviews

★★★★★

“Timely and Helpful“
“two parts in this compliment: first, during the initial call, the gentleman inquired what shots i needed, he found nearby locations which offered those and were open, and then schedule my appointment for within 2 hours. Second, at the Bethesda branch, the service was outstanding and in good humor, helping me avoid one unnecessary shot and recommending two additional one specific to the region of travel in Belgium. Quick, pleasant, and focused on the customer at every moment. Well done! This was my first experience with Passport Health and I will tell my friends and be a return customer.”

Submitted by: Wayne

★★★★★

“Extremely Thorough“
“My nurse was excellent–she thorougly covered all the options and vaccinations recommended for travelers to Belgium. I feel very prepared now!”

Submitted by: Rebecca

★★★★★

“Best Clinic Ever“
“I’ve been working with this clinic on preparations for a several month business in Belgium. He has been very friendly, professional, and informative. The binder that Passport Health created for my trip is very informative and should be very helpful on my trip. My company already uses Passport Health.”

Submitted by: Chris

Do I Need a Visa for Belgium?

A visa is not required for travel to Belgium. Passports must have at least six month’s validity and two blank pages for entry stamps.

Is A …	An Belgium Entry Requirement?
Passport	Yes
Passport Validity	At least six months
Blank Passport Pages	At least two pages
Visa	No
Vaccinations	May be required

Sources: U.S. State Department and Embassy of Belgium

A tourist visa is only required if travelers plan on staying longer than nine months. Currency limit for entry and exit is 10,000 Euros or equivalent.

For more information contact a Passport Health Passport and Visa specialist by calling 1-844-366-8472 or by filling out our online form.

What Is the Climate Like in Belgium?

Belgium is a small country so the climate does not change drastically region to region. The climate is considered temperate with cool summers and mild winters. The country experiences all four seasons.

Brussels – This region experiences mild temperatures year round. There are occasional rain and snowfall in the cooler seasons.

Antwerp – The city is a sub-oceanic climate with higher levels of humidity and more rain than other regions.

Rochefort – This area typically experiences more rainfall than most areas. It remains generally warm throughout the year.

How Safe Is Belgium?

Despite semi-recent terrorist activity, Belgium is a safe and secure country.

Given Belgium’s political significance, demonstrations are common. Travelers should avoid areas where demonstrations are occurring. Petty crimes are not uncommon and travelers should be aware of their belongings at all times.

Visit the Hidden Village of Doel

Doel, located in the northern coastal area near Antwerp, is a unique, quaint village. As Doel’s residents moved out, local artists moved in. Today, the streets of Doel are full of peculiar and colorful murals. Grab a Belgian waffle and stroll the art-filled streets, witnessing some famous and unique artwork.

What Should I Take to Belgium?

Most areas in Belgium experience four seasons. Depending on the time of travel, there are various accessories one should pack:

An umbrella for any random spurts of rain

Comfortable walking shoes

Light, airy jackets

Travel water bottle

U.S. Embassy in Belgium

The embassy in Belgium provides many services. These include help with passports, birth certificates and most all travel concerns.

U.S. Embassy Brussels
Regentlaan 27 Boulevard du Régent, B-1000 Brussels
Phone: (32-2) 811-4000

Stay safe abroad with Passport Health. Call or book online now and start traveling safely today!