Create a professional invoice for Belgium in EUR, with VAT calculated at 21%. Below you’ll find what an invoice in Belgium must include, current rates and local rules — plus a free generator already set up for Belgium.
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| Currency | Euro (EUR, €) |
|---|---|
| Consumption tax | VAT |
| Local name | BTW / TVA |
| Standard rate | 21% |
| Reduced rates | 12%, 6% |
| Date format | DD/MM/YYYY (e.g. 28/10/2026) |
| Keep invoices for | 10 years |
| Registration / small-business threshold | €25,000 annual turnover |
Make sure every invoice you issue in Belgium includes:
This is what a typical invoice looks like with EUR amounts and BTW applied. Create your own in the generator — your data never leaves your browser.
| Description | Qty | Unit price | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consulting services (hours) | 10 | € 73,00 | € 730,00 |
| Website design | 1 | € 1.000,00 | € 1.000,00 |
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The standard VAT rate in Belgium is 21%. Reduced rates of 12%, 6% apply to certain goods and services.
Generally yes, once you are registered for VAT. Businesses below the registration or small-business threshold (€25,000 annual turnover) usually do not charge VAT — in that case don’t show it on the invoice and, where required, state the exemption.
Invoices in Belgium are normally issued in Euro (EUR). You can usually invoice in a foreign currency, but many tax authorities require the tax amount to also be stated in the local currency.
Keep copies of all issued and received invoices for at least 10 years.
Key elements include: Invoice date and a unique sequential invoice number; Your name, address and VAT number (BE 0xxx.xxx.xxx); Customer’s name, address and VAT number (if VAT-registered); Date of supply if different from the invoice date; Description and quantity of goods or services.
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Create an invoice for Belgium — free⚠️ General information, not tax or legal advice. Rules change and may depend on your situation — confirm with a local tax adviser or the tax authority. Last reviewed October 2026.
