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eID Card (Belgium)

Belgian electronic identity card — mandatory for all residents over 12

Easy ~10 min IdentityBelgiumeID

/ What is this form?

The Belgian eID is a mandatory electronic identity card for all residents (Belgian and foreign) over 12 years old. It contains a chip for digital signatures and online authentication (itsme app, Tax-on-web). Apply at your commune or gemeente.

/ Who needs this form?

All Belgian citizens over 12 (mandatory)
Foreign residents registered in Belgium (receive a different card type)
EU citizens get an E or E+ card; non-EU get A, B, C, or D cards

/ What you need before you start

Passport or current ID

Registration at the commune

Passport photo

Fee: €0–30 depending on commune and urgency

/ Step-by-step guide

1 Register at Your Commune

Register at your local commune or gemeente. This is required before you can apply for your eID.

2 Request the eID

The commune will initiate the eID application. You'll need a passport photo and pay the fee (€0–30 depending on commune and urgency).

3 Collect Your Card

Return to the commune to collect your card and set your PIN code.

4 Activate for Online Use

Download the itsme app and activate your card with a card reader for online government services, banking, and signing documents.

/ Key fields explained

Field	What to enter	Common mistake
PIN code	Choose a 4-digit PIN for the chip	Remember it — needed for itsme and digital signing

/ Common mistakes to avoid

Not activating the eID for online use

Not downloading the itsme app (needed for banking, taxes, etc.)

Not renewing before expiry (valid 10 years for adults)

/ Frequently asked questions

What is itsme?

Belgium's digital identity app linked to your eID. Used for banking, government services, and signing documents.