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The next social elections are to be held between 13 and 26 May 2024. Organised every four years, social elections are held to elect employee representatives to works councils and committees for prevention and protection in the workplace.

At the end of July, the FPS Finance published the non-resident income tax-return form for natural persons relating to the 2023 assessment year (2022 income year). The return can be filed both in paper and electronic form. An overview of the most important questions.

From 1 September 2023, tighter regulations are set to be implemented for the recovery of any overdue debt payments owed by consumers to businesses. These new regulations will not apply in cases where two businesses have entered into an agreement with one another (B2B).

Financial and large listed companies will be required to report on how they are meeting their ESG objectives. New intra-group services may be created, existing arrangements may need to be amended or restructuring may be required. Transfer pricing should not be overlooked in this process.

These days, mobility and sustainability often go hand in hand, with the two becoming increasingly aligned on fiscal matters. In this article, we list some of the key points on vehicle fleet electrification as well as the tax incentives in personal income tax.

There are many stories and prejudices about doing business in France. But is there any truth in them? Or are they just a little exaggerated? Our Vandelanotte France experts Elise Vanhamme and Febe Louage break down 4 common stereotypes about France.

If you want to start your own business with a certain degree of security, franchising is the way to go. The risks for the franchisee are lower, as you can rely on the expertise of a strong player. Wondering if franchising is right for you? Here are five benefits.

Do you have employees working abroad? Or are you planning to hire people outside of Belgium in the near future? If so, it is quite possible that their presence will give rise to a 'foreign permanent establishment'. But what exactly does that mean for your company? A brief overview.

More and more Belgians are purchasing a second residence abroad. What if, after some time, you want to make the holiday home your primary residence and move abroad permanently? We list some of the most important tax things to consider.

Today, sustainability is an integral part of the business landscape. As an entrepreneur, you find yourself inundated with new information on a daily basis. But what should you actually be concerning yourself about? What should be your first steps towards sustainability? We have put together a list of key facts.

What happens if you are abroad for an extended period of time for work or holidays? Is there a possibility that the country of residence will consider you a resident? If so, would you have to pay taxes there too? Such questions may come into play if you find yourself in another country for an extended period of time.

Group insurance for employees is a common fringe benefit. The benefit is not taxed and employees do not have to pay social security contributions on it. However, the employer must pay a special contribution of 8.86% to the NSSO.

As an entrepreneur, you have decided to expand your business and explore the French market. Planning on hiring employees in France as part of these plans? Setting up payroll and making labour law arrangements abroad can often prove unfamiliar territory. In this article, we will take you through all the different steps.

If you plan a business trip abroad, you usually prepare yourself well. For example, never say no to a Chinese business partner, always use more words in Great Britain and make sure you are always on time for your German appointment.

The double tax treaty between Belgium and the Netherlands was signed on 21 June 2023. The negotiations had been underway for quite some time, and the new treaty is set to offer a solution for a number of bottlenecks in the current double tax treaty. Discover the new regulations here.

As from 1 January 2024, banks and payment service providers will have to provide the details of cross-border payments within the EU to the tax authorities through a register. Find out what this means for the VAT processing of your e-commerce activities.

Want to keep enjoying the same benefits as under the favourable copyright tax regime going forward? Then you need to make sure you respect all tax restrictions but also that your contract meets all the necessary requirements. Here, we briefly set out some key areas to consider.

In 2021, the OECD reached an agreement on international tax reform in a bid to combat profit shifting and profit erosion. One of the measures within this agreement aims at ensuring that major multinationals pay a minimum tax rate of 15% (pillar two). Within this framework, the European Union published a directive on 14 December 2022, which is to be implemented by 31 December 2023 at the latest by the various Member States. This directive follows the content and structure of the OECD regulations. At present, the draft legislation is still being awaited in Belgium.