How long does the golf certificate take in Belgium?
A comparison between the Belgian golf certificate and the Dutch GVB.
Golf certificate in Belgium
In Belgium, getting a golf certificate usually takes 4 to 8 weeks. You take several lessons at a golf club, sit a written exam and complete a practical test on the course. Costs range from EUR300 to EUR600, depending on the club.
GVB in the Netherlands: 1 day
At Zalm Golf in the Netherlands you get your GVB in a single day. The course combines theory and practice in an intensive day programme led by an experienced golf professional. Cost: from EUR100, including NGF registration.
| Belgium (golf certificate) | Netherlands (GVB) | |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 4-8 weeks | 1 day |
| Cost | EUR300 - EUR600 | From EUR100 |
| Registration | VGF (separate) | NGF (EUR66/year, separate) |
| Validity | Belgium + Europe | Netherlands + Europe |
| Availability | Through golf club | Daily, 20+ locations |