Can I Use Amazon in Belgium - Understanding Prime Benefits and Shipping

Belgium is a country with a unique cultural landscape, being one of the few states with three official languages: Dutch, French, and German. This linguistic complexity can sometimes introduce challenges when using international retail giants like Amazon. In this article, we will explore if it's possible to use Amazon in Belgium without incurring extra costs, and what benefits, including Prime membership, you can enjoy in Brussels.

Prime Benefits in Belgium

Yes, it is indeed possible to use Amazon Prime in Belgium, even if you're not using an account. You can subscribe to Amazon Prime through an or account, and enjoy many of the same benefits in Belgium. These benefits include:

Free Shipping: If you're a Prime member, you can enjoy free shipping on eligible items shipped to Brussels and other parts of Belgium. Prime Video: You can stream Prime Video content across all three official languages of Belgium. Access to Other Prime-Exclusive Benefits: You can take advantage of other Prime benefits provided by Amazon, such as early access to sales and deals.

The key is to ensure that the product or service you're using is available in Belgium. Availability of certain services and products may vary by country.

Shipping in Belgium

Many items listed on and can be shipped to Belgium. Before you make a purchase, it's important to check the shipping options to ensure the item can be delivered to your address in Brussels. This is particularly true for items that have limitations based on their country of origin or specific shipping policies.

Currency and Language

When shopping on , transactions will be in euros (€) and the site will be in French. On , the transactions will also be in euros, but the site will be in Dutch. The language of the site where you register will affect the language of the site you use, but you can still access content in other languages as long as you have Prime membership.

Customer Service and Multilingual Issues

Customer service for Prime members will generally be tailored to the country where you registered. This means that if you registered with , your customer service will likely be in French, and if you registered with , it will be in Dutch. However, sometimes there might be inconsistencies in multilingual handling, causing frustration. For instance, a Dutch-speaking Belgian might face issues on the French site, as mentioned in the anecdote where they could only buy a Kindle Fire on but had to get their Kindle content on

Local Availability and Product Accessibility

It's important to note that some products may only be available on one platform due to regional restrictions. Therefore, it's advisable to check both and sites for specific items you wish to purchase. This step can help you locate better deals or product options available in your preferred language and region.

In conclusion, you can register with or and enjoy many of the same benefits in Belgium, including Prime services, but with some considerations regarding shipping and product availability. While there might be occasional issues, the beauty of multilingual Prime is that it opens up a wide range of options for Belgian consumers who are multilingual.