Studying in Belgium vs. Canada
Belgium and Canada are both popular study destinations — but the price tag, visa rules, and currency differ. We pulled the numbers from our cost calculator: monthly living averages €1,246 in Belgium and €1,760 in Canada.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
Belgium
Cheaper monthly living
Belgium
Lower visa proof of funds
Belgium
Side-by-side comparison
Belgium
Canada
Currency
EUR (€)
CAD (C$)
Public tuition (annual)
€4,175
C$28,000
≈ €19,040 / yr
Private tuition (annual)
€12,000
C$38,000
≈ €25,840 / yr
Monthly living (city avg)
€1,246 / mo
C$2,588 / mo
≈ €1,760 / mo
Visa proof of funds
€9,108
Proof of means (≈ €759/month) for Type D student visa
C$20,635
Cost-of-living proof (study permit)
Cities tracked
Brussels, Leuven, Ghent, Antwerp
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal
Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.