The flag of Belgium is composed of three equal vertical bands of black, yellow and red.

Belgium

Kingdom of Belgium

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Belgium (officially Kingdom of Belgium) is an independent country located in Western Europe, Europe. With a population of 11,825,551 people, it ranks #82 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 30,528 km² (#142 globally), with a population density of 387 people per km². The capital city is Brussels. The official languages are German, French, Dutch.

Key Facts

Population

11,825,551

#82 world ranking

Area

30,528 km²

#142 world ranking

Population Density

387/km²

Capital

Brussels

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

1

UTC+01:00

Continent

Europe

Bordering Countries

4

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

Bordering Countries (4)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Belgium?
The capital of Belgium is Brussels.
What is the population of Belgium?
Belgium has a population of 11,825,551 people, ranking #82 in the world by population.
How big is Belgium?
Belgium covers an area of 30,528 km², ranking #142 in the world by area. The population density is 387 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Belgium?
The official languages of Belgium are: German, French, Dutch.
What is the currency of Belgium?
The currency of Belgium is euro (€).
What countries border Belgium?
Belgium shares borders with 4 countries: Germany, France, Netherlands, Luxembourg.

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