Belgium Launches Final Phase of VAT Chain Modernisation from May 2026: Key Changes for Businesses

• From May 1, 2026, Belgium will modernise its VAT system, centralising accounts and digitalising tax management for all VAT-registered businesses.
• The traditional VAT current and special accounts will be replaced by a new VAT Provision Account, managed via the MyMinfin platform.
• VAT refund procedures are tightened, with requests limited to amounts in Box 72 and automatic offsetting against tax debts; credits from previous periods require a special portal.
• The VAT payment bank account will change, and the “VAT holiday” for summer filings is abolished, though some late penalties may be waived during the transition.
• These changes follow the January 2026 B2B e-invoicing mandate and a March 2026 VAT rate increase for hotels and campsites.

Source: meridianglobalservices.com

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