Visa

EES - Entry/Exit System

The Entry/Exit System (EES) is an automated IT system for registering non-EU nationals travelling for a short stay, every time they cross the external borders of European countries using the system, including Belgium. This registration is carried out automatically for travellers who require a short-stay visa (maximum 90 days) and for those who do not need a visa. No prior action is necessary on their part. The EES records entry and exit dates, and biometric data (fingerprints and facial image). The system also records refusals of entry.

For further information, please consult the European Union website.
 

Competent authority for access to Belgian territory

All the information concerning access to Belgian territory can be found on the website of the Immigration Office of FPS Home Affairs, which is the competent authority for access to the territory, residence, settlement and the removal of foreigners in Belgium.

Warning

• The identity of the Embassy of Belgium (or that of its employees) is sometimes used in online fraud attempts (phishing, scams, etc.). To avoid fraudulent transactions, we urge you to only transact with authorized representatives of the Embassy.
• Consult our Embassy website to verify the only official information about visa matters: Visa | FPS Foreign Affairs - Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation
• All communication happens through the following email addresses: manila@diplobel.fed.be (consular matters) and Manila.Visa@diplobel.fed.be (visa matters). Any information obtained outside of the abovementioned email addresses is unverified and does not bind the Embassy.
• The Embassy does not work with any travel agent or consultant. Never pay whichever sum to any such entities for visa applications.
• By preparing your file yourself, you maintain full control over the quality of the documents you’ll be presenting. You also assure yourself no false information or documentation is given.