“Is it safe to travel to Belgium” is one of the first questions we ask ourselves when we are thinking about a trip to this beautiful European country. What is the answer to the question, “Yes, it is safe, with a few caveats.”
ABelgium has appeared in a few of our Securely Travel Briefs, mostly focused on the continued threat warnings being received and generated by a variety of nations as terrorist’s activity occurs or is identified.
Belgium Travel Synopsis:
The country of Belgium is a safe locale for either business or pleasure travel. You can drink the water, eat the food and move about with ease. US tourists and business travelers are welcome.
Multiple high-profile terrorist attacks occurred during 2017, and attacks have been thwarted in 2018 by Belgium security services. Therefore, travelers should take normal safety precautions as Belgium hosts both the EU and NATO Headquarters and facilities, both of which are targets for terrorist attacks and nation-state espionage activities.
While anti-American protests have occurred in major cities, travelers should avoid the protests and oft-occurring demonstrations.
Petty crime (pickpockets, muggings, purse snatching) is always a possibility, especially in crowded areas such as transit hubs and or major events.
Travelers staying at private homes must register within three days of their arrival with the local
Addresses & Numbers you can use in Belgium:
US Embassy Brussels
27 Boulevard du Régent (the Consular Section is at 25 Boulevard du Régent) B-1000 Brussles, Belgium Telephone: +(32)(2) 811-4000 Emergency: +(32)(0) 811-4000 Email: [email protected] Website: U.S. Embassy Brussels
Roadside assistance and information on road conditions are available in English from Touring Mobilis, Tel: 02 286-3040.
Belgian police will also provide information on road conditions, Tel: 02-642-6666. The U.S. State Department assesses emergency services as being both efficient and responsive. For police emergencies, dial 101 within Belgium. For all other emergencies, dial 112.
Travel Advice
U.S. citizens are encouraged to enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive the latest travel security information. By registering, U.S. citizens make it easier for the Embassy to contact them in case of emergency.
Updated: 18 December 2022
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