🇧🇪 Belgium · Europe
Safety Belgium
Tres sur
Belgium is a safe and stable country. The main risks are pickpocketing in Brussels' tourist areas and on public transport.
Specific risks
Theft & petty crime
3Vigilance conseillee
Scams
2Globalement sur
Natural disasters
1Tres sur
Health risks
1Tres sur
Political stability
2Globalement sur
Areas to avoid
- The area around Brussels-Midi station in the evening
- Molenbeek and certain northern districts of Brussels at night (be alert, without alarmism)
Emergency numbers
Police
101
Ambulance
112
Fire department
112
Health & precautions
Vaccinations
- None required
Drinking water
Tap water drinkable everywhere.
Mosquitoes
Present in summer, no tropical diseases.
General notes
Very good-quality healthcare. The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is valid.
Women travelers
Safe for women. Standard vigilance at night around stations and party districts.
LGBTQ+ travelers
Very progressive, marriage equality since 2003. Brussels and Antwerp have an active and visible LGBTQ+ scene.
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