As the Central African Republic’s diplomatic representation in Belgium, the Embassy of the Central African Republic in Brussels handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | Avenue de Meysse 101, 1020 Laeken (Brussels), Belgium |
| Telephone | +32 2 534 90 76 |
| contact@ambassaderca.be | |
| Website | www.ambassaderca.be |
| Head of Mission | Daniel Emery Dede, Ambassador |
| National Day | 1 December |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 15:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 15:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 15:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 15:30 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 15:30 |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information (not published in the Belgian protocol list) – please confirm before your visit, especially on Belgian and Central African public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
Visitors go to Avenue de Meysse 101, 1020 Laeken. The address is in Laeken, a municipality of the Brussels-Capital Region.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 15:30.
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
Who runs the Central African Embassy?
Daniel Emery Dede heads the embassy as ambassador; the Belgian list gives 3 February 2015 as the date of the presentation of credentials. Brussels hosts the EU institutions and NATO, so several countries keep separate missions there; this page covers the bilateral embassy to Belgium. One honorary consulate supports Central African citizens in other parts of Belgium.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Central African passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Do I need an appointment?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Travelling from Belgium to the Central African Republic
Belgian citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic, to be obtained before travelling. Details: Belgian Foreign Ministry – travel documents by country.
Closing days
The embassy is closed on Belgian public holidays and on the Central African Republic’s national day (1 December). Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas, Easter and in July/August.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +32 2 534 90 76. Embassies can issue emergency travel documents, contact relatives and provide lists of lawyers or doctors; they cannot pay bills or act as a lawyer. The Belgian emergency number is 112 (police: 101).
Diplomatic missions of the Central African Republic in Belgium
The Central African Republic in Belgium
- Brussels – Embassy of the Central African Republic (this page)
- Liège – Honorary Consulate General
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of the Central African Republic in Brussels
What is the address of the Central African Embassy in Belgium?
At Avenue de Meysse 101, 1020 Laeken.
When is the Central African Embassy in Brussels open?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 15:30. Confirm before visiting.
Who is the ambassador of the Central African Republic to Belgium?
Daniel Emery Dede, according to the Belgian protocol list of 8 October 2026.
Is the Central African Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of the Central African Republic is 1 December; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do Belgians need a visa to travel to the Central African Republic?
Yes, a visa is required before travelling.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Belgian Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs, Protocol – heads of mission and embassy addresses (as of 8 October 2026), Belgian Foreign Ministry – directory of foreign embassies in Belgium, Belgian Foreign Ministry – travel documents for Belgians, www.ambassaderca.be. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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