Open Government, Belgium

API

Free open data API for Belgian government datasets

Overview

The Open Government, Belgium API is a RESTful interface providing access to thousands of open datasets from Belgian federal, regional, and local government bodies. It supports JSON responses and includes endpoints for searching datasets by category (e.g., environment, transport, health), retrieving dataset details, and accessing raw data. Use cases include building citizen-facing apps (e.g., public service finders, pollution trackers), academic research on policy trends, and journalistic investigations into government operations. The API enables developers to integrate official Belgian data into projects to enhance transparency and public engagement.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://data.gov.be/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful architecture
JSON response format
No API key required
Multi-sector dataset access
Search and filter functionality

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Open Government, Belgium API free to use?

Yes, the API is completely free for public use, as it provides access to open government data.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, authentication is not required to access most datasets via the API.

? What is the response format?

Most endpoints return data in JSON format, though some datasets also offer CSV or XML downloads.

Top Alternatives

EU Open Data Portal API Search Google

Open Data Belgium Local Governments API Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Government

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Free public access
⊕ Diverse dataset categories
⊕ Supports citizen-centric apps
⊕ Promotes government transparency

Cons

⊖ Some datasets lack complete English metadata
⊖ Variable update frequency across datasets
⊖ Limited historical data for certain sectors