Belgium National D Student Visa (duration of studies)for 🇻🇳 Vietnamese citizens travelling to 🇧🇪 Belgium

📋Required Documents6

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  Medical certificate from an approved physician
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  Health insurance covering Belgium
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  Valid passport and passport photographs
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  Enrolment or admission letter from a recognised Belgian institution
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  Long-stay (D) student visa application
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  Proof of sufficient means of subsistence (around €700+/month, possibly via an annex 32 sponsor)

ℹ️What to Expect

To apply for a Belgium National D Student Visa (duration of studies), book an appointment at the nearest Belgium embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 30 days. The government fee is EUR 180.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Belgium embassy or official government website before booking travel.

📎Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)

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  Proof of paid tuition fees, where applicable (if applicable)
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  Extract from criminal record (applicants 21 and over) (if applicable)

🌐Why Vietnamese passport holders need a visa for Belgium

Vietnamese citizens require a visa to enter Belgium based on the current immigration requirements set by Belgium's government. Vietnamese passport holders must apply through the Belgium embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.

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