Belt Size Converter
Enter waist → get a US belt label (32 in waist → belt 34) and a typical EU strap cm range. Measure where the belt sits—not the pants tag alone.
Last updated: 2026-09-06
Belt size finder
Enter waist where the belt sits. US casual belts often use waist +2 inches.
Inches or cm? This chart uses inches. A metric tape works too—match the inch row (1 in ≈ 2.54 cm).
Waist → belt quick chart
US casual belts often label waist +2 in. EU brands may list total strap length in cm. Measure where the belt sits—not pants vanity W.
| Waist (in) | Try belt | EU strap (cm / in) |
|---|---|---|
| 26 | 28 | 70–75 cm (~28–30 in) |
| 28 | 30 | 75–80 cm (~30–31 in) |
| 30 | 32 | 80–85 cm (~31–33 in) |
| 32 | 34 | 85–90 cm (~33–35 in) |
| 34 | 36 | 90–95 cm (~35–37 in) |
| 36 | 38 | 95–100 cm (~37–39 in) |
| 38 | 40 | 100–105 cm (~39–41 in) |
| 40 | 42 | 105–110 cm (~41–43 in) |
| 42 | 44 | 110–115 cm (~43–45 in) |
| 44 | 46 | 115–120 cm (~45–47 in) |
| 46 | 48 | 120–125 cm (~47–49 in) |
| 48 | 50 | 125–130 cm (~49–51 in) |
FAQ
- How do I convert waist size to belt size?
- Measure where the belt will sit, then try waist inches +2 for many US casual belts (32 → 34). Enter your number in the finder for a label and EU strap range.
- What belt size for a 34 inch waist?
- Under the +2 rule, start with a belt labeled 36. Confirm the pin lands near a middle hole when you wear it.
- Is belt size the same as pants W?
- Not always. Vanity jean sizing means W32 pants may measure larger on a tape. Measure the body or over the waistband—not the tag alone.