Nomad Rank
Total Score
Country
Belgium
Capital City
Brussels
Language
German, French, Dutch
Currency
Euro
Region
Europe
Landlocked
No
Belgium Passport
Nomad Capitalist Passport Index Ranking
The Belgium Passport is currently ranked Number 12T in the Nomad Capitalist Passport Index with a total score of 106. This ranking, relative to other passports, has been calculated by considering the government of Belgium’s approach not just to travel, but to international taxation laws, global perception, dual citizenship and personal freedom.
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Travel Destinations from Belgium 50% in total score
For the Belgium Travel Score calculation, we relied on government travel data from 199 passport-issuing countries and territories, combined with real-time intelligence and proprietary research. This factor includes a Mobility Score (MS) measuring ease of travel, which focuses on visa-free (VF) travel, visa on arrival (VOA), eTA and eVisa (if issued within three days). Based on that data, we assigned Belgium a Travel Score of 174 which means that Belgium passport holders can enter a total of 174 destinations — either without a visa, through a visa on arrival or via an eTA.
Taxation in Belgium 20% in total score
For the Belgium Taxation Score calculation, we relied on data from our network of tax vendors, news sources and tax authorities. Based on that data, we assigned Belgium a Taxation Score of 20, meaning that Belgium allows citizens to relocate to avoid tax.
Perception 10% in total score
For the Belgium Perception Score calculation, we relied on the World Happiness Report, the Human Development Index and subjective factors from our networks’ experience to determine how each country’s citizens are perceived and recognised. Based on that data, we assigned Belgium a Perception Score of 50, meaning that Belgium citizens experience minimal hostility.
Dual Citizenship 10% in total score
For the Belgium Dual Citizenship Score calculation, we relied on embassy data and our experience to assess the ability to hold dual citizenship. Based on that data, we assigned Belgium a Dual Citizenship Score of 50, meaning that Belgium citizens are almost always allowed to hold other citizenships.
Freedom 10% in total score
For the Belgium Freedom Score calculation, we relied on data and news reports on mandatory military service, government surveillance, press freedom and other factors to determine the personal freedom of citizens and expats. Based on that data, we assigned Belgium a Freedom Score of 50, meaning that Belgium citizens have total freedom.
