Belgium travel advice updated: strikes and EES
The UK FCDO updated its travel advice for Belgium, covering the European Entry-Exit System (EES) and warning of potential disruption from national strikes. Travellers are advised to monitor local news and check with providers for delays and closures.
Impact and considerations
Frequent national strikes in Belgium may disrupt business travel; companies should monitor strike developments and have contingency plans.
Key points
- The UK FCDO updated its travel advice for Belgium, covering the European Entry-Exit System (EES).
- National strikes may cause disruption; monitor local news and check with providers.
- Travellers should ensure they have appropriate travel insurance.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
- Other sources
- 0
- First source publication
- 11 Aug 2026, 17:18
- Page published
- 12 Aug 2026, 13:32
- Last updated
- 11 Aug 2026, 17:18
- Original links
- FCDO Travel Advice：Belgium travel advice - GOV.UK (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 12 Aug 2026, 16:39