Chinese visa for Belgian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Belgian passport holders visiting China for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Belgian citizens to enter China for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | China e-visa for Belgian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | China visa on arrival for Belgian citizens | Not Available | |
China tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Belgian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in China.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from China.
If you are looking for China visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Belgium, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of China nearest your place of residence.
- Brussels: The Embassy of China in Brussels, Belgium (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 17 minutes)
China visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest China diplomatic mission offices to Belgium for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Belgium traveling to China from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Belgium) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 488,051 | N/A |
| 2009 | 468,050 | -4.10% |
| 2010 | 512,109 | 9.41% |
| 2011 | 529,745 | 3.44% |
| 2012 | 531,070 | 0.25% |
| 2013 | 512,311 | -3.53% |
| 2014 | 511,722 | -0.11% |
| 2015 | 523,351 | 2.27% |
| 2016 | 545,284 | 4.19% |
| 2017 | 558,808 | 2.48% |
| 2018 | 578,680 | 3.56% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
China & Belgium comparison
China's area is approximately 9,388,211 km2 (3,624,807 sq mi), while the area of Belgium is approximately 30,280 km2 (11,691 sq mi). This means Belgium is 310.05 times smaller than China.
As of April 2024, China's population is ~1.5 billion people - 1,449,983,626 more people than the population of Belgium.
We have highlighted China & Belgium’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| China | Belgium | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 1,461,777,226 | 11,793,600 | 1.4 billion more people live in China than Belgium |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 276 | 104 | China has 172 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Belgium. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 37 | 144 | China passport holders visit 107 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 344 | 259 | Chinese hosts 85 more foreign missions than Belgium. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Belgium travel to China in one year?
The number of visitors from Belgium visiting China in 2018 was approximately 578,680.
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Useful Information
- Beijing to Brussels: 10079.47 km (6263.09 mi)
- Travel time: 20 hours 59 minutes
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