Travelling to Belgium is no problem with the new ETIAS visa. Travellers only need to fill out an application every three years, which is usually approved within a few hours. Thus, entering the country is not a problem even with the new ETIAS form. In the following article, the reader learns interesting facts about the history and government of Belgium. In addition, there are tips on how tourists and business travellers can best fill out the ETIAS application.
Important key figures about Belgium
Belgium is a democratic, federal state in Western Europe between the North Sea and the Ardennes. The country borders the Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg and France. Belgium has three official languages, namely Dutch, French and German. Belgium covers an area of 30688 square kilometres and is home to 11.6 million people.
A brief overview of the history of Belgium
The state of Belgium has its origins in the province of Belgica, a name given to the state by Caesar. In the first centuries, the country was subject to a changeable fate. It was divided again and again, first belonging to the Frankish Empire, later to the Holy Roman Empire, and finally dissolved into counties and duchies.
Flanders was a centre of the European cloth industry until modern times. Belgium belonged to the House of Burgundy in the Middle Ages and later to the Habsburgs by marriage.
In 1789, the Brabant Revolution took place against the absolutist Emperor Joseph II, leading to the proclamation of the United Belgian States, but the state was invaded by France between 1792 and 1994. In 1815, the Congress of Vienna took place, which gave the territory to the Netherlands.
In 1830, the Belgian Revolution took place, which led to Belgium's independence from the Netherlands. Belgium became a parliamentary democracy.
In the First World War, the German army almost completely captured Belgium and destroyed many towns in Flanders.
In the Second World War, Belgium was neutral, but was occupied by the German Wehrmacht from 1940 to 1945. Here, too, the same reign of terror prevailed as in the other occupied territories, but relatively few buildings were destroyed.
Since the Second World War, Belgium has played an important role among European states, especially in the founding of the EU. The capital Brussels is the seat of NATO and the European Union.
The form of government of Belgium
The Belgian Constitution states that Belgium is a constitutional monarchy. In reality, the form of government has evolved into a parliamentary democracy in recent years. In 1993, the constitution was amended and since then Belgium has been a federal state. The parliament consists of 2 chambers. The Chamber of Deputies has 150 seats and the Senate has 60 members. In addition, the legislative consists of the King. The government also consists of the King and 15 members. It is chaired by the Prime Minister.
Women have only been able to vote in Belgium since 1948. It was introduced less by the women's movement than by pressure from above. Women's suffrage was introduced in Belgium mainly because of achievements of the female population in the Second World War and because of neighbouring countries, as all had had women's suffrage for a long time.
This is how entering Belgium works
Entering Belgium is also very easy with ETIAS and can be done within a few minutes. The application itself is valid for three years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. If the applicant marries, changes their name or the passport loses its validity for any other reason during the three years, the application is also invalid.
The first country of travel must be entered on the application. This is compulsory for the first trip, but not for the other trips.
ETIAS can only be applied for via the internet. Those who do not have a connection and/or an appropriate terminal can submit the application from a friend, an acquaintance or via an agency.
When filling out the application, it is important that all data is entered conscientiously. Since no identity card has to be uploaded, it is the sole responsibility of the traveller to fill in the data correctly. If, for example, the passport number, dates of birth or name are incorrect, the application is invalid and must be made again.
The application will be approved within a few hours. If it is rejected, it can be appealed.
Although the ETIAS application is an important requirement for entry into Belgium, there is no guarantee. The final decision is always taken by the FRONTEX officer at the border. If he feels that the traveller poses a threat to Europe's internal security, he can and will refuse entry.
Travelling to Belgium with security
Travelling to Belgium will continue to be easy with ETIAS. With just a few minutes' effort, the traveller gains a plus in security that benefits all tourists, the people of Europe and ultimately himself.
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Travelling to Belgium is no problem with the new ETIAS visa. Travellers only need to fill out an application every three years, which is usually approved within a few hours. Thus, entering the country is not a problem even with the new ETIAS form. In the following article, the reader learns interesting facts about the history and government of Belgium. In addition, there are tips on how tourists and business travellers can best fill out the ETIAS application.
Important key figures about Belgium
Belgium is a democratic, federal state in Western Europe between the North Sea and the Ardennes. The country borders the Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg and France. Belgium has three official languages, namely Dutch, French and German. Belgium covers an area of 30688 square kilometres and is home to 11.6 million people.
A brief overview of the history of Belgium
The state of Belgium has its origins in the province of Belgica, a name given to the state by Caesar. In the first centuries, the country was subject to a changeable fate. It was divided again and again, first belonging to the Frankish Empire, later to the Holy Roman Empire, and finally dissolved into counties and duchies.
Flanders was a centre of the European cloth industry until modern times. Belgium belonged to the House of Burgundy in the Middle Ages and later to the Habsburgs by marriage.
In 1789, the Brabant Revolution took place against the absolutist Emperor Joseph II, leading to the proclamation of the United Belgian States, but the state was invaded by France between 1792 and 1994. In 1815, the Congress of Vienna took place, which gave the territory to the Netherlands.
In 1830, the Belgian Revolution took place, which led to Belgium's independence from the Netherlands. Belgium became a parliamentary democracy.
In the First World War, the German army almost completely captured Belgium and destroyed many towns in Flanders.
In the Second World War, Belgium was neutral, but was occupied by the German Wehrmacht from 1940 to 1945. Here, too, the same reign of terror prevailed as in the other occupied territories, but relatively few buildings were destroyed.
Since the Second World War, Belgium has played an important role among European states, especially in the founding of the EU. The capital Brussels is the seat of NATO and the European Union.
The form of government of Belgium
The Belgian Constitution states that Belgium is a constitutional monarchy. In reality, the form of government has evolved into a parliamentary democracy in recent years. In 1993, the constitution was amended and since then Belgium has been a federal state. The parliament consists of 2 chambers. The Chamber of Deputies has 150 seats and the Senate has 60 members. In addition, the legislative consists of the King. The government also consists of the King and 15 members. It is chaired by the Prime Minister.
Women have only been able to vote in Belgium since 1948. It was introduced less by the women's movement than by pressure from above. Women's suffrage was introduced in Belgium mainly because of achievements of the female population in the Second World War and because of neighbouring countries, as all had had women's suffrage for a long time.
This is how entering Belgium works
Entering Belgium is also very easy with ETIAS and can be done within a few minutes. The application itself is valid for three years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. If the applicant marries, changes their name or the passport loses its validity for any other reason during the three years, the application is also invalid.
The first country of travel must be entered on the application. This is compulsory for the first trip, but not for the other trips.
ETIAS can only be applied for via the internet. Those who do not have a connection and/or an appropriate terminal can submit the application from a friend, an acquaintance or via an agency.
When filling out the application, it is important that all data is entered conscientiously. Since no identity card has to be uploaded, it is the sole responsibility of the traveller to fill in the data correctly. If, for example, the passport number, dates of birth or name are incorrect, the application is invalid and must be made again.
The application will be approved within a few hours. If it is rejected, it can be appealed.
Although the ETIAS application is an important requirement for entry into Belgium, there is no guarantee. The final decision is always taken by the FRONTEX officer at the border. If he feels that the traveller poses a threat to Europe's internal security, he can and will refuse entry.
Travelling to Belgium with security
Travelling to Belgium will continue to be easy with ETIAS. With just a few minutes' effort, the traveller gains a plus in security that benefits all tourists, the people of Europe and ultimately himself.