12 month Contract Belguim

[SueEllen]

I imagine there are very few contractors in Sweden so probably they don't look for it in the same way they do in Belgium the Netherlands or Germany. But there is a risk unless you clear yourself with the authorities.

The populations in Nordic countries are much smaller so it's very easy to keep track of people.

You are also expected to obey the rules to the letter. So if they aren't interested in you they really aren't interested in you.

[norrahe]

Am currently working in UK, under a Dutch BV. I sought the advice if my accountant (who also is an expert in international tax law) who advised that I can work up to 183 days in another country and only pay tax where I am resident. As long as my company or I do not set up a permanent base in the other country.

The 183 day rule varies in application if you are based in the UK it applies over a 12 month period, in Belgium or France its per calendar year.

There are reciprocal tax laws which ensure if you are resident elsewhere in the EU that you do not get double taxed. I know that the UK and NL have such an agreement.

What I would advise to to speak to a good accountant who specialises in international tax law who can advise you properly.

Good luck.

[oneeyedjack]

So if I understand all of the above correctly, with regard to the original question about contracting in Belgium and income tax, it is advisable to:

1. work through a limited liability company not located in Belgium (your own or your partner's)
2. have yourself seconded to Belgium and paid a salary through the limited in country of residence
3. rent a studio or flat and register with the commune
4. register for Limosa
5. spend less than 183 days on the ground in Belgium
6. get A1 from social security organization in country of residence (formerly E101)

Doing the above one would legally avoid paying social/income taxes in Belgium and be elegible to pay tax in country of residence?

[Brussels Slumdog]

Not that simple

So if I understand all of the above correctly, with regard to the original question about contracting in Belgium and income tax, it is advisable to:

1. work through a limited liability company not located in Belgium (your own or your partner's)
2. have yourself seconded to Belgium and paid a salary through the limited in country of residence
3. rent a studio or flat and register with the commune
4. register for Limosa
5. spend less than 183 days on the ground in Belgium
6. get A1 from social security organization in country of residence (formerly E101)

Doing the above one would legally avoid paying social/income taxes in Belgium and be elegible to pay tax in country of residence?

Your Employer being you completes the LIMOSA form. The BTA Belgian tax authority receives a copy and will expect a tax return from you the employee . You will need to declare a Belgian Salary as in the UK even if is only 5% of your fees.
You will need to prove that your LTD company does't have a permanent place of business in Belgium.
Only a fiscal tax expert can give you the correct advice based on your situation.

[norrahe]

Your Employer being you completes the LIMOSA form. The BTA Belgian tax authority receives a copy and will expect a tax return from you the employee . You will need to declare a Belgian Salary as in the UK even if is only 5% of your fees.
You will need to prove that your LTD company does't have a permanent place of business in Belgium.
Only a fiscal tax expert can give you the correct advice based on your situation.

WHS, seriously stop wasting your time asking numpties on a website when you could speak to an accountant who can advise you properly!