Self-Employment

Be your own boss! Find out how to freelance or start your own business in Belgium, including how to manage the administrative basics of self-employment successfully.

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Remote work in Belgium: rules, rights and practical tips

Understand your legal rights when working remotely in Belgium with our essential guide for employees and freelancers. You can enjoy a fantastic quality of life in Belgium while working from home, provided you get your legal foundation right from day one. You will face very different tax rules and registration steps depending on whether you […]

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Insurance for the self-employed in Belgium

Master insurance for the self-employed in Belgium. Expats working under self employment rules, as well as contractors and freelancers in Belgium may need several different types of insurance to remain legally compliant with Belgian law. It’s essential that you understand insurance for the self-employed in Belgium, from compulsory social protection to extra private cover, to […]

Starting a business in Belgium

Start your business in Belgium on the right foot by reading about the potential hurdles and Belgian regulations for foreigners starting a business in Belgium.

Freelancing in Belgium: a guide for self-employed expats

Working self-employed or freelancing in Belgium is an alternative to working for an employer. This guide explains what you need to know.

Corporate tax rates in Belgium

Discover how corporate tax in Belgium works, including advice on corporate tax rates, eligibility and the filing deadlines for Belgian tax returns.

Taxes for freelancers and self-employed workers in Belgium in 2026

Considering your tax contributions in Belgium as a freelancer in 2026? Make sure you register for corporate tax and social security.