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VAT is a consumption tax that is collected throughout the supply chain in successive steps, i.e. in every transaction of a production and distribution process VAT becomes principally due. The full and final burden of VAT is borne by the final customer. Business should make sure that the VAT treatment applied on incoming as well as outgoing transactions is correct as mistakes can be costly (VAT penalties and late payment  interest scan be assessed).

Our team of seasoned VAT, Corporate Income Tax and Global Mobility experts supports internal finance professionals with addressing day-to-day and complex tax questions and issues. Taxoncall is your assurance that VAT questions can be addressed upfront in a correct, efficient and practical manner.

Frequently asked questions:

• Where is the supply of goods or service VAT taxable?
• Should I apply a VAT exemption or a reverse charge regime?
• Which VAT rate applies to a transaction?
• Which VAT reporting obligations should I fulfill?
• Do I need to register for VAT (in Belgium or abroad)?
• What are the VAT consequences of commercial transactions and/or agreements?
• What is the impact of upcoming VAT legislation on my business?

Whether you are sending staff abroad or bringing them to Belgium, cross-border employment is a complex matter.

What are the actual consequences of employing people in another country, or in multiple countries simultaneously? Where do they pay taxes? Where are they socially insured? Which impact does it have on their net salary? What is the total salary cost as employer? Which reporting obligations are in place?

We can help you managing all obligations related to the employment of people in another country in an efficient and compliant manner.

Our service catalogue consists of the following:

Social security advisory and Consulting services

Management of social security exposure: planning and treaty opportunities

Registration as employer in Belgium towards the social security authorities.

Application of A1/Certificate of Coverage (secondment / simultaneous employment)

Limosa application

Tax advisory and Consulting services

Assignment tax planning and structuring

Individual compliance services: (non)-resident tax return, special tax status application, tax residency registration, etc.

Permanent establishment risk evaluation

Employer compliance services (VAT, Corporate)

Benefits

Evaluate cross border implications of benefits / incentives / pension plans

Immigration

Work permit / professional card application and renewal

Visa application and renewal

Mobility Consulting services

Tax policy design & review (tax equalisation, tax protection, localization, etc.)

Expat policy design & review (short-term, long-term, commuter, rotation, local hires, etc.)

Preparation of assignment letters, Belgian labour contracts

Assignment cost package calculation

Payroll

Payroll set-up / coordination (shadow payroll, hypo tax calculations, split salary payments, etc. ) and preparation of the monthly payslips

Corporate Income Tax is a direct tax imposed on companies’ profits and/or capital gains. At least once a year, companies with a taxable presence in Belgium have to deal with corporate income tax requirements. Frequent changes in legislation and administrative guidelines require permanent follow up to identify opportunities and exposures in due time!

Frequently asked questions: 

• What costs are tax deductible and to what extent?
• How will upcoming tax reforms impact my company?
• How to deal with transfer pricing regulations?
• Does my company qualify for a tax exemption?
• My company is being audited... Can you provide support?