The Kids-ID is an electronic identity document for Belgian children under the age of 12.
The Kids-ID is not compulsory and you must apply for it yourself on behalf of your child.
It is valid for 3 years.
Children under 12 years of age can travel within the European Union and to some other countries using their Kids-ID. In some countries, the child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian or have parental permission.
- Being Belgian
- Having one's main residence on the territory of the City of Brussels
- Being under 12 years of age
Belgian citizens registered in a diplomatic post have the option of ordering an identity card in a Belgian municipality.
More info: External siteIdentity card for Belgians living abroad
An adult with parental authority over the child must apply and collect the Kids-ID in person.
- Kids-ID application (the presence of the child is compulsory): by appointment only (except for urgent applications), at the counter of the Administrative Centre of the City of Brussels or at the liaison offices in Laeken, Louise, Neder-Over-Heembeek and Haren
- Kids-ID collection (the presence of the child is not necessary): no appointment necessary, at the counter where the application was made. Please note: a card issued as a result of an urgent application will only be available for collection at the Administrative Centre
Brucity: peak hours at the counters without appointment
A recent passport photo (maximum 6 months old) that meets External siteICAO standards
Old Kids-ID, if applicable
Normal procedure: 12 euros
Urgent procedure: 150 euros
Super urgent procedure: 170 euros
Additional costs in case of repeated loss or theft:
Renewal after 2nd loss/theft: 60 euros
Renewal after 3rd loss/theft: 150 euros
Normal procedure: 2 to 3 weeks
Urgent procedure: 1 working day for an order placed before 3 pm
Super urgent procedure: 4h30 for an order placed before 3 pm (the card must be collected from the FPS Home Affairs, Rue des Colonies 11 - 1000 Brussels)
Last update on 01/07/2025
