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Belgium’s tax authorities, in collaboration with ITAA, postponed the VAT chain rollout to give professionals more time to adapt. A revised timeline will be announced, with focus shifting toward the upcoming mandatory e-invoicing implementation.
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The new VAT account number, originally planned for 1 October 2025, will not take effect. Until further notice, VAT payments must continue to be made using the existing account BE22 6792 0030 0047.
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Key VAT chain reform elements on hold include: activation of the new VAT account, VAT refunds, late payment rules with automatic interest/fines, VAT payment account changes, and direct debit method introduction initially planned for January 2026.
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From 1 January 2025, quarterly VAT filers will gain five extra days, making returns due by the 25th of the following month. Monthly deadlines remain unchanged at the 20th, starting with Q4 2024 returns.
Source: Marosa
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