Short stay or long stay visa?

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C visa - short stay (Schengen)


You wish to visit Belgium for a maximum of 90 days, generally valid for 6 months from your first arrival on the territory, e.g. family, friendly or professional visits, tourism, conference.


D visa - long stay (Belgium) 


You are going to settle permanently in Belgium or for more than 90 days at least, e.g. family reunion, studies, work. 

Foto van een Belgische vlag, een pen en een blad papier waarop de woorden Visa application staan

Visa application (Kenya, Somalia, Madagascar, Eritrea, Seychelles, Comoros)

Where do you apply for a visa to Belgium if you are staying in Kenya, Somalia, Madagascar, Eritrea, Seychelles or Comoros?