Which Belgium visa should a Thai applicant choose?
It depends on how long you stay and why. For a visit of up to 90 days (tourism, family, partner or business) you need a short-stay Schengen visa (type C). To live in Belgium you need a long-stay national visa (type D): family reunification with a spouse, cohabitation, marriage in Belgium, children joining a parent, study or work. The spouse or child of an EU citizen who is not Belgian (or of a Belgian who lived in another EU country) gets a special free C visa.
All applications from Thailand go through TLScontact in Bangkok. Spoyzy in Bangkok helps Thai–European couples and families choose the right visa and prepares the complete file.
In short
- Up to 90 days: visa C (tourism, family or partner visit, business). Visa fee €90
- More than 90 days: visa D. Visa fee €250 since 1 July 2026, plus, for most D visas, a contribution fee paid in Belgium before you apply
- Married to (or child of) a Belgian: family reunification visa D
- Not married yet: cohabitation visa, or a visa to marry in Belgium
- Partner of a French, Dutch, German or other EU citizen living in Belgium: free EU family visa C
- Where: TLScontact, 12th floor, Sathorn City Tower, Bangkok, by appointment
Why couples and families choose Spoyzy
- We speak Thai, English, French and Dutch, so both partners understand every step
- We know the documents on both sides: Thai district offices and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Belgian communes and the embassy
- 200+ visa cases, many of them Thai partners and families going to Belgium
- Rated 5.0 ★ on Google
1. Short stay or long stay?
| Visa C (short stay) | Visa D (long stay) | |
|---|---|---|
| How long | Up to 90 days in any 180 days, in the whole Schengen area | More than 90 days, in Belgium |
| Typical reason | Tourism, visiting a partner or family, business | Living with a spouse or partner, marrying in Belgium, study, work |
| Visa fee | €90 (child 6–12: €45, under 6: free) | €250 (since 1 July 2026) |
| Contribution fee (Belgium) | No | Usually yes: €218 for family reunification, €242 for a marriage or cohabitation visa; free under 18 |
| Decision time | 15 calendar days (up to 45) | Several months (see each guide) |
Fees: Belgian Embassy Bangkok (visa fees), Immigration Office (contribution fee amounts since 1 January 2026). Fees are paid in baht at the embassy’s rate, plus the TLScontact service fee, and are not refunded if the visa is refused.
2. All Belgium visa types from the Belgian Embassy in Bangkok
The Belgian Embassy in Bangkok publishes a separate document checklist for each visa below. We grouped them by situation and added the Spoyzy guide for each one.
Short stay (visa C)
| Visa | Who it is for | Our guide |
|---|---|---|
| Tourism | Thai traveller visiting Belgium on holiday | Belgium visa from Thailand |
| Family or private invitation | Visiting a partner, family member or friend in Belgium | Belgium visa from Thailand, Annex 3bis, How much money |
| Business, cultural or sports event, official | Meetings, fairs, events in Belgium | Belgium visa from Thailand (business section) |
| Family member of an EU citizen (Directive 2004/38) | Spouse, partner or child of a non-Belgian EU citizen in Belgium, or of a Belgian who lived in another EU country | EU family visa for Belgium |
Living together: partners and spouses (visa D)
| Visa | Who it is for | Our guide |
|---|---|---|
| Family reunion with a Belgian spouse | Married to a Belgian (for example after marrying in Thailand) | Family reunification Belgium |
| Family reunion with a non-EU spouse | Married to a non-EU national who lives in Belgium | Family reunification Belgium |
| Cohabitation in Belgium | Not married, want to live together as legal cohabitants | Cohabitation visa Belgium |
| Marriage in Belgium | Want to get married in Belgium, then stay | Marriage visa Belgium |
Children and parents (visa D)
| Visa | Who it is for | Our guide |
|---|---|---|
| Child of a Belgian parent | Child under 21 joining a Belgian parent (or a parent married to a Belgian) | Bringing your Thai child to Belgium |
| Child of a non-EU parent living in Belgium | Child under 18 joining a parent who lives in Belgium | Bringing your Thai child to Belgium |
| Parent of a Belgian child | Thai parent joining or accompanying their Belgian minor child | Bringing your Thai child to Belgium |
Study and work (visa D)
| Visa | Who it is for |
|---|---|
| Student | Studies at a Belgian school or university |
| Au pair | Stay with a Belgian host family as au pair |
| Work: combined (single) permit | Employee with a Belgian employer |
| Work: independent worker | Self-employed with a professional card |
We also help with student, work and au pair visas. Tell us on WhatsApp your school, employer or host family and your dates.
3. Which visa fits your situation?
| Your situation | The visa you need |
|---|---|
| Thai girlfriend or boyfriend visits a Belgian partner for a few weeks | Visa C, family or private invitation |
| You married in Thailand and the Thai spouse moves to Belgium | Visa D, family reunion with a Belgian spouse |
| You are a couple, not married, and want to live together in Belgium | Visa D, cohabitation |
| You want the wedding in Belgium | Visa D, marriage in Belgium |
| Thai spouse of a French, Dutch, Italian or other EU citizen who lives in Belgium | Visa C, family member of an EU citizen (free), then residence at the commune |
| Thai child (under 21) of a Belgian parent | Visa D, family reunion for children |
| Thai mother or father of a Belgian child under 18 | Visa D, parent of a Belgian minor |
Married in Thailand or marrying in Belgium? Many couples ask which way is easier. Marrying in Thailand first, then applying for family reunification, means one visa application. Marrying in Belgium means a marriage visa first, then a residence application at the commune. We explain both in the guides above.
4. What every Belgian visa file from Thailand has in common
- Appointment at TLScontact in Bangkok (be.tlscontact.com, call centre +66 2 838 6666). Some applicants are invited to an interview at the embassy, usually the day after
- Thai documents (birth, marriage, divorce, single status, criminal record) legalised by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, translated by a translator recognised by the embassy, then legalised by the Belgian Embassy (€25 per document, paid in baht (1,000 THB), by appointment). For a short visit, an English translation is usually enough
- Contribution fee paid to the Immigration Office before you apply for most D visas. Without proof of payment the application is not processed
- Apply early: at the earliest 6 months before travel. Start preparing documents as soon as you know your plans; legalisations and translations take weeks
5. How Spoyzy helps
- We tell you which visa fits your situation
- A personal document list for both partners
- Thai documents: district office copies, translation by our partner translator recognised by the Belgian Embassy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and embassy legalisation
- Help with the application form, the contribution fee and the TLScontact appointment
- A full check of the file before you apply
Not sure which visa you need?
Tell us on WhatsApp your nationalities, whether you are married, and how long you want to stay.
About Poy
Poy runs Spoyzy Co., Ltd. in Bangkok, a specialist for Thailand–Europe visas and official documents. Poy has handled 200+ visa cases, 150+ marriages and 800+ legalised documents, and works in Thai, English, French and Dutch.
Frequently asked questions
How many types of Belgium visa are there for Thai applicants?
The Belgian Embassy in Bangkok lists 15 checklists: 3 short-stay visas (tourism, family or private visit, business), 11 long-stay visas (study, au pair, 2 work visas, 5 family reunion visas, cohabitation, marriage) and the visa for family members of EU citizens.
What is the difference between a visa C and a visa D for Belgium?
A visa C is for a stay of up to 90 days in the Schengen area. A visa D is a Belgian national visa for a stay of more than 90 days, for example to live with a spouse, study or work.
How much does a Belgium visa cost from Thailand?
A visa C costs €90 (€45 for children aged 6–12, free under 6). A visa D costs €250 since 1 July 2026. Most D visas also need a contribution fee paid in Belgium, for example €218 for family reunification or €242 for a marriage or cohabitation visa. The TLScontact service fee comes on top.
Where do Thai citizens apply for a Belgium visa?
At TLScontact, 12th floor, Sathorn City Tower, 175 South Sathorn Road, Bangkok, with an appointment.
Which visa does my Thai partner need to visit me in Belgium?
A short-stay visa C for a family or private visit, with proof of the relationship, an invitation, and proof of money (own funds or an Annex 3bis).
Which visa does my Thai wife or husband need to live in Belgium?
If you are Belgian: a family reunification visa D. If you are a citizen of another EU country living in Belgium: the free EU family visa C, followed by a residence application at the commune.
Can we get married in Belgium?
Yes. The Thai partner applies for a visa D to marry in Belgium, with a marriage declaration from the Belgian commune. After the wedding, they apply for residence at the commune.
Can my Thai child join me in Belgium?
Yes. A child of a Belgian parent can join until age 21, a child of a non-EU parent living in Belgium until age 18. You need proof of custody, housing, income and health insurance.
Do Thai documents need to be translated for a Belgium visa?
For a long-stay visa, Thai civil documents must be legalised by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, translated by a translator recognised by the embassy, and legalised by the Belgian Embassy. For a short visit, an English translation is usually enough.
How long does a Belgium visa take?
A visa C: 15 calendar days, up to 45. A family reunification visa with a Belgian: a decision within 6 months. A marriage visa: usually 4.5 to 5 months.
Sources (checked 29 October 2026): Belgian Embassy in Bangkok, “Visa for Belgium” (updated 24 June 2026) and “Visa type / Required documents” with its 15 checklists; Immigration Office (dofi.ibz.be), “Contribution fee”, “Family reunification”, “D visa application for the purpose of marriage or legal cohabitation”, “Family reunification with a citizen of the EU”; EU Visa Code.
Last verified: 29 October 2026.
Written by Poy, founder of Spoyzy
Poy has handled 200+ visa cases, 150+ marriages and 800+ document legalisations for Thai–foreign couples and families. Poy speaks Thai, French and English (and a little Dutch), and explains every document to both partners in their own language.
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