Brussels assists tourism operators in obtaining accessibility certification free of charge !
Brussels helps tourism operators obtain accessibility certification free of charge !
visit.brussels supports tourism operators who wish to obtain Access-i certification, a benchmark label for accessibility. This support is offered by the Brussels-Capital Region in order to promote more inclusive tourism. Tourism establishments such as accommodation, venues, museums and attractions are eligible for this assistance.
Access-i certification
Access-i provides information to people with specific needs on the accessibility of public spaces (tourism and sports facilities, parks, gardens, cycle paths, events, etc.).
As an official partner of Tourisme Wallonie and AViQ, Access-i has already audited and certified more than 500 locations in Wallonia and Brussels, and collaborates with six external offices specialising in accessibility, which carry out on-site assessments.
The advantages of Access-i certification
– You guarantee your audience with specific needs reliable and verified information.
– You participate in an inclusion process that improves accessibility for all.
– You welcome PRM customers who have economic power.
– You benefit from structural support in maintaining the accessibility of your facility.
– You meet accessibility standards.
Support from visit.brussels
Once again this year, visit.brussels is covering the audit and certification costs for tourism operators who wish to obtain Access-i certification. Through our support, we want to help and raise awareness among tourism stakeholders who are improving the visitor experience through improved accessibility. With Access-i and visit.brussels, you are on the right track for more inclusive tourism !
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Procedure
Interested operators are invited to complete the form above before 21 November 2025. A selection committee will then review the most relevant applications. Successful applicants will be announced in December, and audits and certifications will take place in 2026. Motivated operators whose infrastructure has accessibility potential will have the best chance of being selected.
Contact
Are you interested in certification and would you like to know more about its benefits and the support offered by the Brussels-Capital Region ? Contact visit.brussels now !
