The Double Taxation Convention between the UK and Belgium was entered into force on 21 October 1989. The convention is effective in Belgium from 1 January 1990 and in the UK from: 1 January 1990 for Petroleum Revenue Tax. 6 April 1990 for Income Tax and Capital Gains.

Can I use my UK limited company in Belgium?

So if your UK limited company pays you a dividend as a director and you are on a local assignment in Belgium, you have to declare the said dividend. The only way to work in Belgium is to declare all of your Belgium source income.

Where do I send my double tax form?

You may wish to take a copy of the form for your records. If your procedure is to send the form direct to the UK taxation authority, the address to which to send it is: HM Revenue and Customs, Pay As You Earn and Self Assessment, BX9 1AS, United Kingdom.

Can British citizens work in Brussels?

The British citizen wishes to work in the Brussels Capital Region starting from a date after 31 December 2020. In that case, it is a “new immigration”.

What is the minimum pension in Belgium?

After a career of 45 years, the minimum guaranteed pension in Belgium today amounts to 1,266 euros.

How many years do you have to work in Belgium to get a pension?

45 years
Pension age in Belgium You will need to have worked at least 45 years to get the maximum pension. The Belgian government plans to raise the retirement age to 66 in 2025 and to 67 in 2030 for men and women; meanwhile, the minimum years worked will increase to 42 years.

How do I prove Belgian residency?

You’ll need to take along your passport, work permit (if applicable) and passport photos. You’ll be issued with a Certificate of Registration, and either an A residence card if you are staying for a specific amount of time, or a B residence card if you are allowed to stay in Belgium indefinitely.

Do I need a visa for Belgium from UK after Brexit?

Any UK citizen who holds either a full UK passport or a BOTC, BOC, BPP or BS passport can travel to Belgium visa-free. However, many non-EU nationals who reside in the UK are still required to get a Schengen visa to travel to Belgium.

Do I have to pay tax on my small business UK?

As a sole trader, your tax-free personal allowance is £12,500. As long as you’re earning less than that, you won’t need to pay any income tax. If your business earns between £12,501-50,000, you’ll pay a basic 20% income tax rate. If your earnings fall between £50,001 and £150,000, you’ll pay 40%.

How long do you have to live in Belgium to pay taxes?

How much you’ll need to pay in Belgium depends on whether you’re a resident or non-resident. If you live in Belgium for at least six months (183 days) of the year and are registered with your local commune, then you are a resident for tax purposes.

What’s the maximum deduction for professional expenses in Belgium?

Professional expenses can also be deducted on an actual cost basis by providing supporting documentation, or on a lump-sum basis. The maximum lump-sum deduction, or Belgian tax refund, is €4,880 for employees. You can also work out how much tax you will have to pay using this online Belgian tax calculator.

Can You claim regional tax credits in Belgium?

Depending on the fact that the taxpayer is resident of another EER member state (not including Belgium), he/she will be able to claim (partial) regional tax credits too. Income of minor children is reported on the tax return of the parents as long as they are living with their parents, unless it is business income or alimony.

What kind of tax do you pay in Brussels Belgium?

The exact amount you’ll need to pay is set at a local level. For example, each of the 19 municipalities in Brussels sets its own rate. Non-residents don’t pay municipal tax. Instead, they pay a federal tax at a flat rate of 7%.