Belgium Professional Card — Self-Employed / Freelance (1 year, renewable)for 🌍 Iceland citizens travelling to 🇧🇪 Belgium
Iceland citizens are required to obtain a Belgium Professional Card — Self-Employed / Freelance (1 year, renewable) before travelling to Belgium. You must submit a formal application at the Belgium embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre in your country. Apply well in advance of your planned travel date.
📋Required Documents8
- ✓Business plan and proof of the economic, cultural or social value of the activity
- ✓Company or Crossroads Bank for Enterprises (CBE) registration where applicable
- ✓Extract from criminal record
- ✓Health insurance covering Belgium
- ✓Professional card application (carte professionnelle / beroepskaart)
For self-employed activity; filed via a Belgian diplomatic post or approved counter.
- ✓Proof of professional qualifications and experience
- ✓Proof of sufficient financial means and project financing
- ✓Valid passport and passport photographs
ℹ️What to Expect
To apply for a Belgium Professional Card — Self-Employed / Freelance (1 year, renewable), 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 60 days. The government fee is EUR 140.00. 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.
🌐Why Iceland passport holders need a visa for Belgium
Iceland citizens require a visa to enter Belgium based on the current immigration requirements set by Belgium's government. Iceland 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.
Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal
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