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Belgium travel advice

Thursday, 20 Jul 2006 12:00

Belgium entry requirements
British nationals in possession of a passport with at least six months until its expiry date do not need a visa to visit Belgium. Visitors planning to stay in Belgium for longer than three months, for work or otherwise, should apply to the local communal authorities for a residence permit.

Belgium health
Travellers should obtain a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), which does not replace travel insurance, but allows you to receive emergency treatment on the same terms as a Belgian person. The EHIC can be obtained for free from the Post Office.

Official Belgium travel advice:
For up-to-date and official travel advice on Belgium see the Foreign Office website at www.fco.gov.uk

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