Belgium
Summary
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Belgium’s current entry restrictions and requirements. Due to COVID-19, these may change with little warning. Monitor this advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.
Security staff working for Eurostar have announced strike action on 16, 18, 22 and 23 December which is likely to have a severe impact on travellers using the service in the run up to Christmas. You should check the Eurostar website prior to travelling for the most recent updates to services.
If you plan to pass through another country on your journey, check the travel advice for the country you’re transiting.
It is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides appropriate cover. See the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.
There are rules about taking food and drink into the EU. See Taking food and drink into Belgium for further information.
Travelling via Calais? Check travel advice for France.
If you’re currently living in or moving to Belgium, check the Living in Belgium guide in addition to this travel advice.
Demonstrations often take place in Brussels, including around transport hubs and the Schuman area. See Demonstrations
Theft and pickpocketing is a problem in crowded areas. Take care of your belongings and passports at all train stations in Brussels. See Crime
Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Belgium. Attacks could happen anywhere, including on public transport and transport hubs and in other places visited by foreigners. See Terrorism
Security operations are likely to be carried out at short notice. You should remain vigilant and follow the instructions of the Belgian authorities. Police have asked the public not to comment on police operations on social media. You can find more information on the Belgian Crisis Centre website and Twitter channel.
If you need to contact the emergency services, call 112.
If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British embassy, consulate or high commission.
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