Tax law in Belgium

At our firm, we specialise in providing expert tax advice, with a particular focus on international tax. We provide counsel on all pertinent tax matters, with a focus on the intersection of Belgian corporate and commercial law. The intricate nature of these issues frequently necessitates a cross-disciplinary approach, encompassing multiple areas of expertise. For instance, the tax implications frequently influence the decision to conduct business operations in Belgium.

Belgian tax law differs from that of other countries in many respects. As in some other European countries, Belgium has income tax, corporation tax, VAT and excise duties, among other things. However, the regulations according to which these taxes are levied differ considerably in some cases from those in other countries. We specialise in advising foreign companies on Belgian tax law.

When establishing a market presence in Belgium, tax considerations inevitably come into play. These should be taken into account when choosing the options for market development in Belgium. It is generally advisable to seek tax advice before starting a business in Belgium.

We offer our clients comprehensive, professional advice and adopt a multidisciplinary approach. Tax law is closely related to other areas of law, such as corporate and employment law, and the tax consequences of certain corporate or employment decisions are often critical. Our multidisciplinary team is well-versed in these intricate areas of law, providing guidance and support to help you make informed decisions.

Euregio Tax

In order to provide you with the best possible tax advice, our firm has assembled a team of multilingual tax lawyers and tax consultants under the leadership of Thomas Hermie and Sofie Jacobs. Our tax team consists of proven specialists and has many years of practical experience in advising foreign companies on all aspects of Belgian tax law. Our tax experts are particularly specialised in cross-border tax advice: Double taxation treaties between Belgium and other countries, establishment and structuring of subsidiaries and branches of foreign companies, intra-community VAT, income tax, salary splitting, takeover transactions such as mergers and acquisitions (M&A), etc.
 
In addition, we provide ongoing support to foreign clients in discussions or disputes with the Belgian tax authorities. Our extensive network with the local tax authorities allows us to provide swift and reliable counsel. Thanks to our many years of co-operation with the authorities, we can also provide rapid and effective assistance in difficult cases.
 
Our clients are predominantly internationally active medium-sized companies and wealthy private individuals. Our advisory services cover all aspects of international corporate tax law, in particular:
 
Our team is well-versed in all aspects of Belgian taxation, ensuring that your tax affairs are managed with the utmost professionalism and expertise. Our full-service law firm is here to assist you with all your tax needs, whether you have questions regarding value-added tax, corporation tax or income tax. We are particularly adept at supporting foreign companies that wish to establish a long-term presence in the Belgian market.
 
Further services that we have developed specifically for foreign companies operating in Belgium, as well as common topics on which we advise foreign companies and represent them in court, can be found in the International Desk section. There you can find out how we provide comprehensive support to foreign entrepreneurs operating in Belgium by combining our legal and tax expertise.
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Do you have any questions?

Please do not hesitate to contact our tax experts, Sofie Jacobs or Thomas Hermie, if you have any questions about Belgian tax law. Our tax team will be happy to assist you.