Baby vaccination schedule in Belgium: the official vaccination schedule
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Vaccination in Belgium: a public health issue
In Belgium, the vaccination schedule is established by Sciensano (Belgian Institute of Public Health) and recommended by the Superior Health Council. In Wallonia and Brussels, recommended vaccines are free thanks to the Wallonia-Brussels Federation's vaccination program.
Official vaccination schedule in French-speaking Belgium
| Age | Vaccines |
|---|---|
| 8 weeks | Hexavalent (DTP-Whooping cough-Hib-Hepatitis B), Pneumococcal, Rotavirus, Meningococcal B |
| 12 weeks | Rotavirus (2nd dose) |
| 16 weeks | Hexavalent, Pneumococcal, Meningococcal B |
| 12 months | Hexavalent (booster), Pneumococcal (booster), Meningococcal B (booster), MMR |
| 15 months | Meningococcal ACWY, MMR (2nd dose), Varicella |
Are vaccines free in Belgium?
Yes! In Wallonia and Brussels, vaccines from the official schedule are entirely free for children. They are available via:
- ONE consultations — free and accessible everywhere in Wallonia
- Your general practitioner or pediatrician
- Local vaccination centers
The vaccination record
In Belgium, every child receives a vaccination record at birth. It is important to keep it and present it at each consultation. The ONE also offers digital monitoring via its application.
After vaccination
Baby may be more irritable after the vaccine. Make sure they are comfortably dressed — discover our collection Baby Clothes & Robes. Good rest in a calm environment is essential — see our collection Baby Bed & Sleep Accessories.
