Is it okay to use ATMs late in the evening in Belgium or should I stick to daytime withdrawals only? I am a single woman travelling so want to be safe.
I was in Liège in early June and used a Belfius ATM at about eleven pm right outside a supermarket. That area was lit and a few people were still around. My TD Mastercard worked without a hiccup. I kept my bag in front of me and stayed alert. I wouldn’t go for a late ATM if it’s down a small side street or feels abandoned. Better to wait till the morning or go inside a bank where possible.
In Antwerp I tried an ING ATM at around nine pm near the station. The machine was inside a small lobby that locked after hours so I couldn’t use it then. The next night I used a Bancontact ATM inside the main hall before ten pm. It accepted my Visa debit smoothly. I felt safer inside bank premises. On the street I would avoid solo late withdrawals especially in darker corners.
I arrived late in Ghent for a hostel check in and used a Bancontact ATM outside near Korenmarkt around ten thirty pm. The machine accepted my Mastercard debit and I had no problems. The only sketchy moment was a guy standing too close so I moved back a bit. I always shield my PIN and keep an eye on people around. I think evening usage is fine but pick well lit places with some foot traffic.
I was in Brussels late April and needed cash after midnight. I found a BNP Paribas Fortis ATM near Place Louise that was well lit. It worked fine with my SEB Visa debit card and no weird warnings popped up. I felt safe because I stayed right in front of the machine, kept my card in hand, and didn’t walk away until cash and receipt were in my wallet. I’d say it is okay if you choose busy spots inside or near bank lobbies and stay aware.
Belfius ATM accepts all standard credit cards. Its a basic machine but works well, with zero fees and a withdrawal range of €6002000.
Argenta is a solid bank in Belgium. Friendly atmosphere, safe at night, and ATMs work well with all standard cards.
ATM in front of the flea market (marche aux puces) in Brussels - good location and worked fine.
BANCONTACT ATMs in Brussels close at night. Couldnt get cash after dark - plan ahead!