Branching Your Business Out
Into Belgium

Expand your existing company, from any country in the world, into Belgium effortlessly! With our fully remote and online services, We can register your foreign entity in Belgium, apply for all necessary tax numbers, register as an employer, and more. Enjoy a one fixed fee for branch registration and Belgian accounting services!

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Register Your Branch
in Belgium
for €595

A Belgian branch is a great option for SMEs entering Belgium due to several advantages over the SA or SRL structures.

Firstly, Belgian branches pay no dividend tax, which can result in significant savings. Additionally, there is no requirement for separate local financial statements, reducing administrative costs. Furthermore, a Belgian branch offers more flexibility for companies seeking to maintain a closer connection to their parent company.

"Because of our control and benefits, we opened a Belgian branch. Belgique's strategic position and business-friendly environment allow us to expand while maintaining branch management."

Why Belgian Branch
Registration
Is a Great Alternative for a Local
Private Company

A Branch is easier to register

Say goodbye to personal meetings with notaries and hardcopy registration forms. The registration of a branch is typically easier, cheaper, and faster to register. This is especially true in the EU, but also in many other regions.

Using our Entity Portal, you can register your branch, without involving any lawyer or accountant, in more then 10 countries! At a fraction of the legal costs of setting up a local entity. 

Consolidate all of your Company Law needs into a one location!

Our Entity Management portal allows you to easily register and manage your branch in Belgium!

Whether you need to apply for a VAT ID, change a director, or register a new trademark, we have simplified and automated entity management in Belgium, including accounting and compliance requirements!

Secure Financial
Account

We guarantee that we can open a bank or EMI
account in Belgium, allowing you to operate
with a local Belgian IBAN number.
No cure, no pay!

Simple to Update and Remove from Database

Simply updating the legal entity that is utilized for branch registration is all that is required to bring the details of your branch in Belgium up to date. By utilizing our Portal, it is possible to effectively plan for any and all business changes. Your company will not have to worry about any legal or notary fees when it comes to de-registration in Belgium, which guarantees a smooth and trouble-free process.

Benificial Tax Status

If you want to register as a Representative Office in Belgium, you have the option to do so. Representative Offices are exempt from paying taxes and are not required to have tax returns submitted.
If you choose to operate a fully operating branch, you will be subject to corporate taxes; however, there will be no withholding taxes on dividends that are distributed to you, which will provide your company with tax efficiency.

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A Guide to Branch Registration in Belgium

When a company expands overseas, it may need to register an overseas branch of its legal entity. In many countries, foreign companies must register as a branch to establish a permanent establishment and conduct business.

The process of branch registration can be complex, as it often involves understanding many complicated forms and document requirements of the foreign country. This may include providing documentation such as:

  • The company's Articles of Incorporation
  • Financial statements
  • Information about the company's directors and officers (recent extract)
  • Local application forms for Chamber of Commerce registration

Additionally, the process may require obtaining a local business license, registering with tax authorities, and complying with local employment laws. It is also important to consider the tax implications of branch registration, as the company may become subject to Belgian tax laws and regulations.

By success fully completing the branch registration process, the company can establish a legitimate and compliant presence in Belgium, enabling it to expand its operations and reach new markets in the region.

Advantages of Branch Registration Compared to
a Subsidiary in Belgium

When considering the advantages of branch registration compared to setting up a subsidiary in Belgium, it is essential to assess the specific needs and objectives of the parent company.

One key advantage of registering a branch in Belgium is the ability to conduct business under the parent company's name, maintaining a consistent brand presence across borders. Additionally, branch registration generally requires less capital and involves fewer administrative processes compared to forming a subsidiary, as the parent company retains full ownership and control over the branch’s activities.

Furthermore, branch registration allows for the smooth transfer of resources and expertise from the parent company to the Belgian market, enhancing operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. However, it is important to recognize that branch registration in Belgium comes with legal obligations and compliance requirements, which are governed by Belgian company law.

Given the complexity of Belgian regulations, it is advisable to consult with a reputable notary or lawyer who specializes in foreign company registration to navigate the legal and bureaucratic processes involved in establishing a branch. Ultimately, the decision between branch registration and subsidiary formation in Belgium should be made with careful consideration of the company's strategic goals, financial resources, and risk profile.

Read more about registering a branch in Belgium.

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