General Information Capital:Brussels Area:30,528 km2 Population:10,754,528 (January 1, 2009). Electricity:220 volts AC, 50Hz. Plugs are of the round two-pin type. IDD:+32 Emergency number:101 Timezone:GMT +1 Hr(+2 Hrs MAR-OCT)
Language Language: Flemish, French, Dutch, German
Government Government: Federal constitutional monarchy and parlamentary democracy
Religion Religion: Mainly Roman Catholic (75%), with Protestant and Jewish communities.
Health Health: The following vaccinations are recommended: Tetanus.
Traffic Traffic: Traffic drives on the right. Minimum age 18 years. Wearing of seat belts is compulsory in front and back seats.
Driving License Driving License: For non-EU nationals an international driving licence is recommended.
National Holidays National holidays: Jan 1 New Year"s Day, Easter Monday (variable), May 1 Labor Day, Whit Monday (variable), Jul 21 National Day, Aug 15 Assumption Day, Nov 1 All Saints" Day, Nov 11 Armistice Day, Nov 15 King"s Birthday, Dec 25 Christmas Day
Mobile Network Mobile Network: GSM 900 / 1800 & 3G 2100 & HSPA.
GPS GPS: 50 54 N, 4 32 E
Shopping Hours Shopping Hours: Mon-Sat: 09.00-18.00/19.00. Department stores often remain open longer, up to 21.00 on Friday. Outside main areas, some shops may close at lunchtime.
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