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EuropeStudy in Belgium from Pakistan
Study at the centre of the European Union.
Intakes
September
Visa
Student visa
Quick snapshot
Studying in Belgium, in 30 seconds
- IntakesSeptemberDetails
Per year, in rupeesRs 36 lakh – Rs 69 lakhDetails
Tuition€1,000 – €8,000 / yearDetails
Living costs€900 – €1,200 / monthDetails- VisaStudent visa (type D) · ModerateDetails
Work rightsPart-time work allowed
EnglishIELTS, TOEFL
Universities9 profiled, Tier 1 firstOpen
Scholarships6 fully funded options trackedDetails
Quick answer
Pakistani students can study in Belgium on a Student visa (type D) after receiving the Admission letter. Main intakes are September. Expect tuition of roughly €1,000 – €8,000 / year and living costs of €900 – €1,200 / month. Work rights: part-time work allowed. English: IELTS, TOEFL.
Reviewed by the TeamOnline counselling team · Updated October 2026
Why Pakistani students choose Belgium
Belgium hosts EU institutions and many international organisations. Its universities offer English-taught master’s programmes with moderate fees.
Heart of the EU
Moderate tuitionMultilingual environment
Strong research universities
Popular courses
What Pakistani students most often study here.
Where you’ll study in Belgium
Student cities and the universities we know best.
Student cities
Counsellor’s tip
Belgium suits students interested in policy, law and international relations, with EU institutions on the doorstep.
Work and jobs: Brussels has internships in international organisations and NGOs.
Universities are listed for orientation only. TeamOnline shortlists from many institutions based on your profile.
How hard is it to study in Belgium?
Our assessment for Pakistani students, from the files we handle.
Getting in
Accessible
Accessible admissions; KU Leuven and Ghent are more selective.
Visa
Moderate
Document-heavy; financial proof rules are strict.
Cost
Low
Moderate tuition.
Work rights
Limited
Part-time work allowed.
Undergraduate applications
Apply directly to the university.
Master’s & PhD applications
Apply directly; deadlines for non-EU students are often early (February–March).
What it costs
Indicative figures. Your counsellor confirms current numbers for your course.
One year, tuition + living, in rupees
Rs 36 lakh – Rs 69 lakh
Rough estimate at about Rs 280 per US dollar. Scholarships can bring this to zero.
| Tuition | €1,000 – €8,000 / year |
|---|---|
| Living costs | €900 – €1,200 / month |
| Funds to show for the visa | Tuition still owed + living costs for the required period |
| Other costs | Visa fee, health cover or surcharge, flights, deposit |
Belgium Student visa (type D): step by step
Moderate: Document-heavy; financial proof rules are strict.
- 1AdmissionFull-time programme.
- 2Financial proofBlocked account with the university or a sponsor commitment (Annex 32).
- 3Medical and police certificatesLegalised.
- 4Student visa (D)At the visa centre in Islamabad.
Watch out: Non-EU application deadlines are much earlier than for European students.
Scholarships for Belgium
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s · Master’s
Fully funded · Mostly November–February.
Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility · Undergraduate · Master’s · PhD
Fully funded · Through your home university.
Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships · PhD · Postdoc
Fully funded · Usually autumn to December.
ETH Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme · Master’s
Fully funded · With your ETH application.
“la Caixa” INPhINIT Doctoral Fellowships · PhD
Fully funded · Usually autumn.
Master Mind Scholarships (Flanders) · Master’s
Fully funded · Usually early in the year.
EPFL Excellence Fellowships · Master’s
With your EPFL application.
KU Leuven Science@Leuven Scholarships · Master’s
Usually early in the year.
Deadlines for Belgium
Full timeline →
“la Caixa” INPhINIT Doctoral FellowshipsUsually November · scholarship~53 days- Swiss Government Excellence ScholarshipsUsually December · scholarship~84 days
- KU Leuven Science@Leuven ScholarshipsUsually February · scholarship~125 days
- Master Mind Scholarships (Flanders)Usually February · scholarship~125 days
- Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’sUsually February · scholarship~143 days
Studying in Belgium: FAQs
01Can Pakistani students study in Belgium?
Yes. Pakistani students apply to universities in Belgium and then for a Student visa (type D), which is built on the Admission letter. TeamOnline handles the applications and the visa file.
02When are the intakes in Belgium?
The main intakes are September. Start preparing 8 to 12 months before your intake.
03How much does it cost to study in Belgium?
Tuition is roughly €1,000 – €8,000 / year, and living costs are roughly €900 – €1,200 / month. These are indicative figures; your counsellor confirms current numbers for your course.
04Can I work while studying in Belgium?
Part-time work allowed.
05Do I need IELTS to study in Belgium?
IELTS, TOEFL. Requirements vary by university and course.
06Is it hard to get into universities in Belgium?
Accessible. Accessible admissions; KU Leuven and Ghent are more selective.
07Is the Student visa (type D) hard to get from Pakistan?
Moderate. Document-heavy; financial proof rules are strict. Watch out: Non-EU application deadlines are much earlier than for European students.
08How do I apply to a master’s in Belgium?
Apply directly; deadlines for non-EU students are often early (February–March).
09Which universities in Belgium do Pakistani students apply to?
Well-known options include KU Leuven, Ghent University, Université libre de Bruxelles, Vrije Universiteit Brussel. The right shortlist depends on your grades, budget and course, and TeamOnline builds one for your profile.
10What are the best cities for students in Belgium?
Brussels, Leuven, Ghent, Antwerp are popular with international students. Brussels has internships in international organisations and NGOs.
Best Universities In Belgium
Tier-1 first. Every profile has costs, how to apply and the scholarships that fund you.
How We Get You To Belgium
One counsellor from your first question to your flight.
01Honest shortlist
Universities and scholarships you can realistically win, not the ones that pay agents most.
02Applications that stand out
SOPs, CVs and references shaped with you, then checked line by line.
03Visa file done right
Funds, documents and interview practice for your country’s rules.
04Ready to fly
Accommodation, travel and pre-departure briefing so you land prepared.
Next step
Ready to apply to Belgium?
Book a free profile assessment with a counsellor.