01.20.23
Extension of application of reverse charge
Multiple countries use the reverse charge to reduce tax evasion and consequently reduce VAT gaps. The reverse charge mechanism operates by shifting the burden of paying VAT to the buyer rather than the supplier. This prevents the supplier from charging the VAT element but not paying VAT directly to the tax authorities. As a result, the reverse charge today is viewed as an effective measure by multiple EU Member States to regulate the flow of VAT to tax authorities.
Belgium has now extended the reverse charge mechanism to also cover the construction and public works sector and in doing so has widened the scope of services subject to fiscal policies that seek to control tax evasion.
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VAT reduction for energy
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Overhaul of VAT process
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Wider tax reforms including proposed B2B e-invoicing and e-reporting
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Abolishment of certain Covid VAT measures
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Extension of application of reverse charge
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Budget tax proposals
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Upcoming new format for VAT number
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Reduced VAT rate extension for electric, gas and heating supplies
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Covid-related VAT reductions
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Update on B2B e-invoicing
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Potential VAT reduction on fruits and greens
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Potential 22% rate
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Joint incentive to reduce the VAT gap
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Mandatory B2G e-invoicing
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Scope of B2G e-invoicing expanded
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Reduced VAT rate for electricity
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Reporting obligations for digital platform operators – FAQs published
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Covid VAT reductions for mouth masks and hydroalcoholic gels
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Draft Royal Decree on B2G e-invoicing
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