Brussels Airlines Lost Baggage: How to Get Compensated for Damaged & Delayed Bags

Joanna Teljeur

By:  Joanna Teljeur

Last Updated:  February 18, 2026

Reviewed by:  Anton Radchenko

When your checked baggage is lost after a Brussels Airlines flight, it can feel like your entire trip will be ruined. Have you experienced this? Well, what if we told you there are steps you can take at the airport that can help you locate your lost baggage and, at the same time, help you file a Brussels Airlines baggage compensation claim online?

You might not realise it, but you have rights as an air passenger that protect you in the case of lost and damaged baggage in the EU or outside, and in this article, we’ll explain what you must do to find your bags and to claim compensation for delayed, damaged, or lost baggage with the airline.

In October 2024, the Montreal Convention has set up the compensation limit increase from €1,600 to around €1,920! Learn your rights for baggage issues resolution!

Key Points

1. The first and most important step is to report your lost baggage as soon as you notice there is a problem
2. You have rights for baggage mishandling covered by an international treaty called the Montreal Convention.
3. If you file your report and compensation claim within the proper time limits, you could claim up to €1,920 for Brussels Airlines damaged and lost baggage.

tart your Brussels Airlines baggage compensation claim today!

When Your Checked Baggage is Lost or Damaged

To find your baggage more quickly and to make sure you’re eligible for compensation from Brussels Airlines, it’s very important that you follow a few steps.

1. Immediately report your mishandled baggage, within 24 hours, to the Brussels Airlines Baggage Office.
2. If you are unable to make a baggage report at the airport, then you can also do this online.
3. Complete a form called a Property Irregularity Report in person or online.
4. Keep the PIR number handy.
5. Track your delayed/lost baggage using the PIR number.
6. Purchase any essential clothing or hygiene items you need, and save all receipts.

After you’ve completed the baggage reporting process, just wait for Brussels Airlines to contact you about delivery options. Most of the time, your baggage will be located in 24 hours.

For Damaged Baggage

If Brussels Airlines has damaged your checked luggage, then you must file your report at the Baggage Help Office at the airport. If you don’t make your report immediately before leaving the airport, you won’t be compensated for the damage.

After your report is filed, you can take your damaged baggage to a Dolfi shop or any shop of your choice to have it repaired. Remember to retain the baggage repair receipt and a description of the repairs so you can submit these to Brussels Airlines for compensation. You will also need to submit your bag tags and a copy of your ticket or boarding pass.

If the shop was unable to repair your bags, then get a written statement from them that explains the damage. You should also take photos of the damage to help support your claim. Submit both the document and the photos to the airline for compensation within 7 days from the time you collected your baggage.

What to Do Next

Sometimes it takes a little longer to locate lost baggage, so if you wait for 5 days and still haven’t had your baggage delivered, then you need to go back to the Brussels Airlines site and add more details to your baggage report. When you add information about contents, baggage colour, design, and brand, it helps the airline find your missing items more quickly.

File Your Baggage Claim

The next step is to send Brussels Airlines your compensation claim. Fortunately, they provided a dedicated page for this purpose. As you’ll see, they ask for a variety of information from your PIR number to your bank details so they can send you your compensation. The main thing, however, is to submit your baggage compensation claim before the deadline. You can see the deadlines for each scenario in the table below.

Liability Limits for Lost, Damaged Baggage

The amount you could receive in a baggage compensation claim is determined by the rules of the Montreal Convention. This treaty protects your air passenger rights, and states that you are entitled to receive up to roughly €1,920 for lost, delayed, or damaged baggage.

So, there ya go. If you follow these steps and ensure you submit your report and claim before the deadlines, then you can apply for Brussels Airlines delayed and damaged baggage compensation for any trouble you’ve had with your checked baggage.

You don’t have to grin and bear itIf Brussels Airlines lost your baggage, you deserve to be compensated.
Submit your Brussels Airlines baggage compensation claim now

Author:

Joanna Teljeur

Job/Position: Senior Editor & Content Lead

Joanna Teljeur is a senior editor and writer with 15+ years of experience in editorial leadership, journalism, and content development, specialising in consumer rights, aviation law, and public-interest reporting. Her work focuses on transforming complex regulatory and legal topics into clear, accurate, and accessible content for international audiences.

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