Brussels hosts Britain's embassy to Belgium and crucial mission to European Union institutions headquartered in this cosmopolitan capital. The embassy maintains vital post-Brexit relationships with EU bodies including the European Commission, Council, and Parliament, coordinating trade negotiations, regulatory cooperation, and security partnerships despite Britain's departure from the bloc. British business interests remain strong in Belgium—UK companies operate across Belgium's pharmaceutical sector, logistics hubs serving European distribution networks, and financial services connecting London and continental markets. The embassy facilitates trade between Britain and Belgium's Port of Antwerp handling significant UK-bound cargo, supports British firms navigating post-Brexit customs procedures, and assists businesses participating in Belgium's innovation ecosystem. British expatriates form substantial community in Brussels working for international organizations, NATO headquarters, corporate European offices, and remaining EU institutions. British tourists visit Belgium discovering medieval Bruges' canals, Ghent's architecture, Antwerp's diamond trade and fashion scene, and Brussels' Grand Place alongside Belgian beer culture and chocolate shops. The embassy provides consular services including emergency assistance for travelers, passport renewals for expats, and business support navigating Belgium's multilingual regulatory environment where French, Dutch, and German create complex administrative landscapes.