- From March 1, 2026, Belgium will change VAT rates for several sectors.
- VAT for accommodation, leisure activities, and takeaway services will rise from 6% to 12%.
- VAT for non-alcoholic drinks served in restaurants and cafés will drop from 21% to 12%.
- VAT on pesticides will increase from 12% to 21%.
- Businesses should update their pricing and systems to comply with these changes.
Source: fiscal-requirements.com
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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