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What is the VAT rate in Belgium in 2026?

Last updated: 2026-08-02·Verified: 2026-08-02

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📋 Direct Answer

Belgium standard VAT rate is 21%. Reduced rates: 12% (certain food products, social housing), 6% (food, medicine, books, water), 0% (certain basic necessities). No changes expected for 2026.

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Requirements
N/A
Est. Total Cost
Immediate
Timeline

Item by Item

RequiredStandard Rate: 21%
21%Immediate
  1. 1Charge 21% VAT on standard-rated goods
  2. 2File monthly or quarterly VAT returns
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If applicableReduced Rates
12%/6%/0%Immediate
  1. 112%: certain food, social housing
  2. 26%: food, medicine, books, water
  3. 30%: certain basic necessities

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Sources

  • • Belgian Federal Public Service Finance
  • • EU VAT rates database

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