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Net salary in Belgium

Calculate your net take-home pay in Belgium using official 2026 tax brackets and social contribution rates.

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Tax system in Belgium

Belgium is known for having one of the highest tax and social contribution burdens in Europe. Progressive income tax rates range from 25% to 50%, and employee social security contributions add approximately 13.07% of gross salary. However, Belgium offers the BBIB/RSBI expatriate tax regime that provides a flat 30% cost allowance on gross remuneration, capped at €90,000/year. Brussels, as the seat of EU institutions and NATO, hosts a large international community.

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Source: finances.belgium.be · Tax year 2026 · Last updated April 2026