🇧🇪 Belgium
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Capital: Brussels
Belgium (ISO code: BE) is located in Western Europe and borders the Netherlands to the north, Germany and Luxembourg to the east, and France and the North Sea to the south and west. The country is a federal parliamentary monarchy with stable political structures and distinct regional administrative units. The climate is temperate-maritime, characterized by mild winters, cool summers, and moderate rainfall throughout the year. Economically, Belgium is one of Europe's leading industrial locations, with a strong presence in chemicals, mechanical engineering, the automotive industry, services, and logistics. Foreign trade focuses on exports of machinery, chemical products, and food, while imports of raw materials, energy, and consumer goods complement the economy. Belgium plays a central transit role in Europe, particularly through the ports of Antwerp and Zeebrugge and a dense road and rail network. The national currency is the Euro (EUR), which facilitates international trade and payment transactions. Logistic infrastructure and transport connections make Belgium an important hub for goods traffic between Northern and Southern Europe. Its strategic location, modern infrastructure, and economic diversity strengthen Belgium's role as a logistical and economic hub in Europe.
Customs / Import / Export (EU)
Quick operational overview for shipments to the EU. The EU is a customs union; for imports from non‑EU countries, customs clearance and import VAT are typically key topics.
Documents (typical)
- Commercial invoice (description, value, Incoterms)
- Packing list (weights, dimensions, packages)
- HS code / tariff classification (duties/taxes and restrictions)
- Importer EORI and (where relevant) origin/preference documents
- Transport documents (AWB / Bill of Lading) depending on mode
Process (simplified)
Trade
Top import partners
- NL
- DE
- FR
- US
- CN
Top export partners
- DE
- FR
- NL
- GB
- US
Top import goods
- Fahrzeuge
- Maschinen
- Chemikalien
- Pharmazeutika
- Erdöl
Top export goods
- Fahrzeuge
- Chemikalien
- Pharmazeutika
- Diamanten
- Maschinen
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FAQ
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Which airports are in Belgium?
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Which seaports are in Belgium?
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Which trade partners are important for Belgium?
Which logistics terms are especially relevant for Belgium?
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