From 1 January 2024, the Belgian tax authority has confirmed that it will combine the existing reduced VAT rate of 12% and the super reduced VAT rate of 6% into a new VAT rate of 9%.
Overall, it is thought that the consolidation will mean a net tax rise for Belgian customers, as there are many more supplies at the 6% VAT rate including:
- Books
- Certain foodstuffs…
Source: fiscalsolutions.co.uk