Payroll in Belgium

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IRIS FMP will simplify payroll and HR in Belgium. As a reliable, trusted global payroll and HR specialist operating worldwide, and with 88 in-country teams, we can help ensure your international employees are paid on time, every time.

Understanding and navigating the challenges of global payroll and HR in Belgium is no small task. Compliance is always a top priority for businesses, and we can support you during a global expansion no matter the challenges. This includes differing laws, cultures and regulations, and it can feel overwhelming to get ahead of the demands of payroll and HR. Fortunately, our expert teams are here to help. We offer:  

Location Data

Name

Belgium

Region

Europe (Western Europe)

Population

11555997

Calling Code

32

Capital

Brussels

Timezone(s)

UTC+01:00

Timezone in Capital

(europe/brussels) 10:10 AM

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Main Language

Dutch(Nederlands)

Other Business Languages

French, German, English

Tax Year Start

1st January

Tax Year Start

31st December

Details correct at time of publication. You should not rely on these details without first seeking professional international advice.

Best known for its beautiful towns and medieval architecture, Belgium is home to both the EU & NATO headquarters. It is also a tempting location for foreign investment.

Belgium’s free-market system has always been attractive to foreign investment. With a competitive corporate income tax rate and simple process of delivering Belgian payroll, this small European kingdom has proven lucrative for many businesses.

Payroll in Belgium

Foreign companies are not required to be legally registered in Belgium in order to deliver Belgian payroll. They also do not have to set up in-country bank accounts to make payments to employees and tax authorities.

Once established, foreign businesses need to register with the social security authority to secure a VAT number, then register for Labour Accident Insurance.

To manage their regulatory obligations, companies should use Belgium’s online Ondernemingsloket system.

Taxation in Belgium

The tax rate for Belgium ranges from 25% to 50% based on income. This variable rate changes annually, while the social security rates change every quarter. Companies must pay employer and employee contributions to the National Social Security Office quarterly, with employer contributions averaging between 32-38% and employee contributions amounting to 13.07% of gross salary.

What are the regular working hours in Belgium?

A common Belgian working week is Monday through Friday, with a maximum 8-hour workday and 38-hour workweek. Belgium has the second highest legal minimum wage in Europe, at €1,502 ($1,608) gross per month. Overtime is paid at time and a half, or double pay on Sundays and public holidays.

Uniquely, Belgium’s overtime laws do not generally apply to night work in the hotel or entertainment histories.

Belgian Payroll from IRIS FMP

IRIS FMP take away the stress of Belgian payroll compliance. Our in-country teams are on hand to guide you in the right direction, offering advice at any time. Whether you’re looking for payroll services in Bruges, Antwerp or Ghent, you can rely on IRIS FMP to take care of the complex payroll processes so you don’t have to. All you have to do is get on with the important things – running your business.