Brussels, capital of Europe, and the medieval cities of Bruges and Ghent: Belgium appeals with its heritage, its gastronomy and its close historical ties with the DRC. A key destination for business, studies and family visits.
When to go?
The longest and mildest days.
Christmas markets and Winter Wonders in Brussels.
Ideal for business trips and family visits.
Must-sees
Brussels
The Grand-Place, the Royal Galleries of Saint-Hubert and the Atomium.
Bruges
Canals, medieval houses and boat rides.
Belgian gastronomy
Chocolates, waffles, fries and abbey beers.
Also worth discovering
Ghent and Antwerp
Cities of art, fashion and design.
Itinerary idea: 5 days in Belgium
- 1
Brussels (2 days): Grand-Place, Atomium, European quarter
- 2
Bruges (1 day): canals and belfry
- 3
Ghent (1 day): Castle of the Counts
- 4
Antwerp (1 day): central station and fashion district
Every trip is tailor-made to your dates, budget and wishes.
Schengen visa support
A full review of the file you have prepared, with a written report of corrections and missing documents.
Preparation from A to Z: profile analysis, exact document list, check of every document, form and appointment.
Everything in Complete, plus handling of bookings, help taking out insurance, priority handling, interview preparation and follow-up. Flights, hotel and insurance are paid by you.
Orientation meeting: $50. File opening: $200, non-refundable, deducted from the package price (the $50 meeting fee is deducted from this $200). Our fees cover our support only: official fees (visa, application centre, insurance, translations), flights and accommodation are extra and paid by you. The decision rests solely with the consular authorities. See payment details
Study in Belgium
Renowned universities and colleges, close ties with the DRC and teaching in French in Wallonia and Brussels.
The key steps
- Enrolment or admission at a recognised institution
- Depending on the programme, recognition of the State diploma
- Long-stay (type D) study visa
- Proof of means of subsistence: sponsorship, scholarship or blocked account
Requirements change: check them on official websites. Wanderlust supports you from orientation to settling in; admission is decided by the institutions and the visa by the competent authorities.
Formalities from the DRC
Congolese nationals need a short-stay Schengen visa, applied for from the country of main destination. Prepare your file several weeks in advance.
Entry requirements, fees and processing times change regularly: always check the latest information on official websites. Wanderlust helps you prepare your file; the decision rests solely with the competent authorities.
Our advice
- Trains link all the major cities in under an hour and a half.
- Always keep an umbrella handy.
- French is spoken in Brussels and Wallonia; Dutch dominates in Flanders.
Ready to discover Belgium?
Visa, flights, accommodation, transfers: we organise your trip from start to finish.