Belgium long-stay study visa (type D) from Algeria
Last verified: June 2026 (diplomatie.belgium.be / dofi.ibz.be sources)
Which visa do you need to study in Belgium for more than 90 days from Algeria?
For studies of more than 90 days, you need a national long-stay visa (type D), authorised by the Immigration Office. You need an enrollment at a recognised institution (with diploma equivalence), funds of about €1,062/month (a.y. 2026-27) — or a prise en charge (annexe 32) — health insurance, a certificate of good conduct, and payment of a redevance (≈ €251). On arrival, you register at the commune (Carte A). Visa fee €180 (€250 from 01/07/2026). Note: OuiVisa assists the enrollment and the visa; the residence card is referred to a licensed adviser.
Official source: diplomatie.belgium.be
At a glance
- Who for
- Studies > 90 days
- Document
- National visa (type D)
- Decision
- Immigration Office (≈ 90 days)
- Enrollment
- Recognised institution + diploma equivalence
- Funds
- ≈ €1,062/month (or annexe 32)
- Redevance
- ≈ €251 (student; scholarship-holders exempt)
- Residence card
- On arrival: commune → Carte A (residency referred to adviser)
- Visa fee
- €180 (€250 from 01/07/2026)
Required documents
- Valid passport (2 blank pages)
- Enrollment attestation (recognised institution) + diploma equivalence
- Proof of funds (≈ €1,062/month, or prise en charge annexe 32)
- Health insurance (all risks)
- Medical certificate (embassy form)
- Legalised certificate of good conduct (adults, < 6 months)
- Proof of redevance payment
- Identity photos
How to apply, step by step
- 1Get enrollment + diploma equivalence
Recognised institution; equivalence via the Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles.
- 2Gather funds, insurance and certificates
≈ €1,062/month (or annexe 32); insurance; medical certificate; certificate of good conduct.
- 3Pay the redevance (≈ €251) to the Immigration Office
Separate from the visa fee; scholarship-holders exempt.
- 4Submit the long-stay visa application (type D) at TLScontact
Immigration Office decision (≈ 90 days); the embassy issues the visa.
- 5On arrival: register at the commune (8 days) → Carte A
Residency step — referred to a licensed adviser.
Fees
| National visa (type D) | €180 (€250 from 01/07/2026) |
| Redevance (student) | ≈ €251 (scholarship-holders exempt) |
| Required funds | ≈ €1,062/month |
Fees: national visa €180 (€250 from 01/07/2026) + Immigration Office redevance ≈ €251 (student; €242 private; scholarship-holders exempt), funds ≈ €1,062/month (a.y. 2026-27). The national visa is an immigration matter; the residence card (residency) is referred to a licensed adviser. Confirm on dofi.ibz.be and diplomatie.belgium.be.
Frequently asked questions
What funds must I prove?
≈ €1,062/month for academic year 2026-27 (often via a blocked account, ≈ €12,744/yr), or a prise en charge (annexe 32) by a solvent guarantor.
What is the redevance?
A contribution to the Immigration Office, separate from the visa fee: ≈ €251 for a student (public institution; €242 private). Scholarship-holders are exempt.
Is a certificate of good conduct required?
Yes for adults: a legalised criminal-record extract (less than 6 months old).
Who decides?
The Immigration Office authorises the long stay (≈ 90 days for a complete file); the embassy then issues the visa.
What is the Carte A?
After arrival, you register at the commune (within 8 days), which issues the Carte A (student residence). It is a residency step — referred to a licensed adviser.
Does OuiVisa handle the residence card?
No. OuiVisa assists the enrollment and visa; the residence card (residency) is referred to a licensed adviser.
Studying in Belgium for more than 90 days?
A OuiVisa partner agency assists your enrollment and national visa, and refers the residence card.
Find a partner agencyVisa application assistance — short and long stay, including study. OuiVisa does not provide immigration advice, residency, family reunification, work-permit or settlement services; for these we refer you to a licensed adviser. Visa issuance is at the consular authority's discretion; approval is not guaranteed.