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VISA SUPPORT LETTER

Please contact us at iariw_2026@nbb.be  if you require a visa support letter to attend the conference. Include ‘Visa Support Request’ in the subject line.

 

BRUSSELS

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Hotels: 
All accommodations | Visit Brussels Booking early usually means getting a better room rate.

Restaurants:

Where to eat | Visit Brussels

Transport:

Train from to airport to Brussels-Central station: Brussels Airport-Zaventem railway station is located directly beneath the departures and arrivals halls. The station, on level -1, is easily accessible by escalator or lift. Buy your train ticket, scan the QR code on your train ticket at the access gates to enter and exit the station. The train ride to Brussels-Central station takes approximately ± 18 minutes. More details: Train to and from Brussels Airport | Fast & direct
Get around | Visit Brussels and Network and district maps - STIB - MIVB
 

Things to do in Brussels:

Guided visit to the National Bank of Belgium Museum

Conference participants are welcome to discover the National Bank of Belgium Museum through a guided visit.

If you are interested in joining, please send an e-mail to museum@nbb.be

Practical information

• What: Free guided tour (approx. 60 minutes)
• Language: English
• When: Thursday, 27 August 2026, first tour from 14:00 to 15:00, second visit from 15:30 to 16:30

Museum of the National bank of Belgium (free of charge): Unravel the mysteries of money | NBB Museum

Visitors | Visit Brussels
Greeters | Visit Brussels
Other museums: Homepage | Brussels Museums
Brussels museum mile - 1 hour walk: BrusselsMuseumMile.jpg (1600×900)

Hop on / hop off tour: Book your ticket online via following link CONGRESBRU | Tootbus and enjoy a 40% discount.
Advantageous transport + access: Brussels Card | Visit Brussels

GENERAL INFORMATION
Please be aware that electrical outlets and plug types in Belgium may differ from those in your home country. We recommend checking the compatibility of your devices and bringing the necessary adapters or converters to ensure a smooth experience during the event.