The borderless region known as the Schengen area
includes the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic,
Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary,
Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain
and Sweden. All these countries issue a standard Schengen visa that
has a multiple entry option that allows the holder to travel freely
within the borders of all. Nationals of non-EU countries are
recommended to hold return or onward tickets, sufficient funds and
documents for their next destination.
US nationals must have a passport valid for at least three
months beyond period of stay. A visa is not required for stays of
up to three months.
UK nationals must possess a valid passport. A visa is not
required for stays of up to three months for passports stating
European Union on the front cover, British Overseas Territories
Citizen, British National (Overseas), British Citizen or British
Subject, with the right of abode in the UK. Other passport holders
require a visa.
Canadians must have a passport valid for at least three months
beyond period of stay. A visa is not required for stays of up to
three months.
Australian nationals must have a passport valid for at least
three months beyond period of stay. A visa is not required for
stays of up to three months.
South African nationals require a passport valid for at least
three months beyond intended period of stay. A Schengen visa is
required and should be obtained before travel.
Irish nationals require a valid passport. No visa is required
for stays not exceeding three months.
New Zealand nationals require a passport valid for at least
three months beyond intended period of stay. No visa is required
for stays of up to three months.
Cities & Regions:
Brussels |
Antwerp |
Bruges |
Ghent