Belgium
Kingdom of Belgium
People: Belgian
Belgium hosts the headquarters of the European Union and NATO, and is famed for chocolate, waffles and over 1,000 beer varieties. Belgium is located in Western Europe and has a population of around 11.8 million. Its capital city is Brussels, and the most widely spoken official language is Dutch.
By the numbers, Belgium is the 82nd most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.15% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 136th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 387 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Belgium — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Kingdom of Belgium |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Brussels |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Western Europe |
| Population | 11,825,551 |
| Area | 30,528 km² |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) € |
| Official Languages | Dutch, French, German |
| Dialling Code | +32 |
| Internet TLD | .be |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | BE / BEL |
| Borders | France, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Belgium
What is the capital and currency of Belgium?
The capital of Belgium is Brussels and the currency is the Euro (EUR), symbol €.
What is the capital of Belgium?
The capital of Belgium is Brussels.
What currency does Belgium use?
Belgium uses the Euro (EUR, symbol: €).
What language do they speak in Belgium?
The official languages of Belgium are Dutch and French and German.
What is the dialling code for Belgium?
The international dialling code for Belgium is +32.
What side of the road does Belgium drive on?
Belgium drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Belgium
France
Germany
Luxembourg
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