Side-by-side
Netherlands vs Belgium
Standard VAT rates differ by 0.0 percentage points.
| Metric | Netherlands | Belgium |
|---|---|---|
| Standard rate | 21% | 21% |
| Reduced rate(s) | 9% | 12%, 6% |
| Currency | EUR | EUR |
| Euro area | Yes | Yes |
| VIES supported | Yes | Yes |
| VAT number format | NL + 9 digits + B + 2 digits | BE + 10 digits |
| Distance-selling threshold | EUR 10,000 | EUR 10,000 |
| Tax authority | Belastingdienst | Service Public Federal Finances |
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