Driving your business growth in Belgium

Grow your business in Belgium, a leading exporter with strong trade ties and well-developed infrastructure. 

 

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Why establish a business in Belgium?

With quick, simple processes for setting up an entity and an overall pro-business environment, Belgium can be a great starting point to explore the growth potential of Europe.

Its capital, Brussels, currently serves as the headquarters for international organisations such as the European Council, European Union (EU) and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

 

How we can help you

Registering an entity and doing business in Belgium can be straightforward with the right expertise. At Hawksford, our corporate services team will guide you through completing the required formalities in every new jurisdiction.

From document preparation to compliance with regulatory frameworks, we will work with you and help establish your presence in Belgium’s open and business-friendly economy.

Here are some main services we can assist with: 

Starting a business in Belgium

End-to-end guidance for the setup of a limited liability company (SRL/BV) and other business structures with the Belgian Crossroads Bank for Enterprises (CBE). 

Managing and growing your business

Comprehensive support while you’re doing business in Belgium, comprising of strategic advice, financial planning, and operational optimisation.

Payroll and other HR services

Support in payroll processing and other functions essential for HR compliance in Belgium. Depending on your needs, our team can help with various administrative tasks. 

Tax and accounting in Belgium

Help with preparing and lodging value-added tax (VAT), corporate income tax, and other returns with the Federal Public Service Finance (FPS Finance).  

Explore business entity types in Belgium

Learn more about the various types of company structure for your business with our guide to entity types in Belgium. Get key information on taxation, timelines, and essential considerations to start your business journey.

View our 'at a glance' guide
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Our services

Our comprehensive range of corporate services are designed to meet all your business needs, wherever in the world you operate. They include:

 

We handle all aspects of the incorporation process, so your entities are up and running as soon as possible. We then look after the fundamentals so that everything is in good standing year after year.

We liaise directly with banks to get accounts open for your entities and handle day-to-day cash management and fund flows going forward.

We provide directors as needed – from individuals to full boards – delivering effective day-to-day management of your entities.

We are licensed to act as company secretary across our international offices and provide all associated services, ensuring best-practice governance and proactive board support for your entities.

We provide expert compliance support to ensure your entities are completely aligned with local and international regulatory and legislative requirements.

Our experts will help deal with the key tax compliance, filing and reporting needs of your entities.

Our highly experienced team will work with you and all associated participants to ensure deals your entities are involved in are closed in a rigorous and compliant manner.

From the simplest trial balance to full-spectrum public accounts and board reporting packages, our teams offer full bookkeeping, financial reporting and annual tax filing capabilities.

Our local experts can assist you with a range of HR requirements, including local recruitment, immigration support, ongoing people management and payroll administration.

Where you need it, we are able to provide dedicated office space with associated facilities and equipment.

Insights and guides

Knowledge sharing is an essential part of our philosophy. Our insights and guides keep you up to date with the latest industry news, analysis and events.

Our clients come first. Every time.

We take time to understand our clients’ requirements and ambitions, and also to anticipate their needs. We aim to exceed expectations by making every interaction meaningful and productive. We achieve this through our commitment to impeccable client service.

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“We’ve been working with Hawksford since 2012 when we decided to set up our own entities in Asia. The China team is very professional and helpful. They took care of every step of business formation, giving us advice and responding to our needs in a timely manner."

Sophia Zhou, APAC Finance Controller, Moleskine China

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“Hawksford has been a trusted partner, supporting Valextra with setting up entities and stores in Greater China, and demonstrating their deep understanding of local regulations, tax and accounting, and ways of doing business in the region.”

Frederic Ture, Managing Director Greater China, Valextra 

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“Hawksford’s professionalism and support have been exemplary, consistently anticipating our company's needs and providing invaluable assistance. They possess an in-depth understanding of the market and are always ready with insightful answers and proactive guidance.”

Veronica Natalini, Managing Director, Coop Far East

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"Hawksford has provided us with all the help we needed during the incorporation process. We enjoy working with a team of people who are dedicated, supportive and communicate very effectively. This has meant the many challenges we faced were resolved very quickly.”

Chen Xue Qian, Financial Securities Affairs Representative, Jiangsu Xinquan Automotive Trim

Contact our Belgium business expansion experts

Contact our team today for a professional and confidential consultation regarding business growth plans in Belgium.