Key Facts about Ghent
Population: M
232,000
Time zone: +11h. (GMT +1)
Region: Flemish, Provincie Oost-Vlaanderen
Currency: EUR (1 EUR = 1.0729 USD)
Name of city in Dutch: Gent
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 01 Dec. 2022 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Belgium in your country. List of embassies and consulates of Belgium on the official website - .
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
- Price index excluding rent: 74* (26% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 100* (0% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:60* (40% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (Belgium average):
4.45 € (7% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
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