As a consequence to the improvement of the pandemic situation, several European Countries, including Belgium, have relaxed their covid-19 restrictions.
From May the 23rd, 2022, Belgium has lifted the majority of its travel restrictions. Nevertheless, entry requirements still apply to third Countries classified as very high risk. Moreover, the Government still recommends caution and social responsibility, following the appropriate health protocols when traveling.
To plan a business trip to Belgium, it is necessary to be informed about the current travel restrictions and to describe the regulations still in force to travellers.
Table of contents
- Belgium entry and transit requirements
- Vaccination or Covid-19 Test certificate
- Quarantine requirement
- Forms to fill in
- Face masks and social distancing
- Ask our Experts
1. Belgium entry and transit requirements
Currently, travel restrictions apply only to travellers coming from, or that have been in the 14 days prior to travel in very high-risk Countries. Indeed, they are forbidden to enter in and transit through Belgium, apart from few exceptions.
On the other hand, all the other travellers can enter or transit through Belgium without limitation.
2. Vaccination or Covid-19 Test certificate
Travellers coming from, or that have been in the 14 days prior to travel in very high-risk Countries must submit any of these certificates:
- A vaccination certificate proving that the traveller has been fully vaccinated in compliance with some requirements; or
- A recovery certificate according to some guidelines showing that the traveler has recovered from Covid-19; or
- A PCR or RAT test complying with certain timeframes and guidelines.
On the other hand, travellers coming from other Countries must not to submit any certificate.
3. Quarantine requirement
Travellers coming from, or that have been in the 14 days prior to travel in very high-risk Countries must undergo a 10-day mandatory quarantine, while taking other tests and respecting some limitations.
On the other hand, there is no mandatory quarantine for travellers coming from other Countries.
4. Forms to fill in
Travellers coming from, or that have been in the 14 days prior to travel in very high-risk Countries must fill in the Passenger Locator Form within 6 months before arrival. However, this requirement does not apply to travellers coming from other Countries.
5. Face masks and social distancing
The use of face masks is compulsory in healthcare facilities, but the Government recommends its use also on public transport. Moreover, it suggests keeping a safe distance of at least 1,5 meters from others.