{"id":5170,"date":"2026-03-12T15:04:19","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T14:04:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.workers.be\/?page_id=5170"},"modified":"2026-04-14T07:31:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T05:31:58","slug":"what-steps-are-required-to-become-self-employed","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.workers.be\/en\/candidates\/services\/what-if-you-went-independent\/im-going-for-it\/what-steps-are-required-to-become-self-employed\/","title":{"rendered":"What steps are required to become self-employed?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-group hero\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What steps are required to become self-employed in Belgium?<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You\u2019re ready to get started.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news: administrative steps to become self-employed in Belgium are relatively simple when you understand the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most independents go through <strong>6 main steps<\/strong> to launch their activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Workers helps you structure these steps to avoid mistakes and get started with confidence.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workers.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mina-rad-qFSQFSmfZkA-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2038 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workers.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mina-rad-qFSQFSmfZkA-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.workers.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mina-rad-qFSQFSmfZkA-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.workers.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mina-rad-qFSQFSmfZkA-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.workers.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mina-rad-qFSQFSmfZkA-unsplash.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><strong>The 6 steps to becoming self-employed<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Here is the typical path to start your activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group swiper is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group slide card\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Choose your legal structure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First, you need to define the form of your activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The two most common structures are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Sole trader (natural person)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>easy to set up<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>fewer formalities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ideal to start<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Company (SRL)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>more advanced structure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>different tax system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>better liability protection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1.5rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This choice depends on your income level, activity, and long-term strategy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group slide card\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Register with the Crossroads Bank for Enterprises (CBE)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Registration with the CBE officially establishes your activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It allows you to obtain your <strong>enterprise number<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This step is usually done through an accredited business counter such as Group S.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group slide card\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Activate your VAT number<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your activity is subject to VAT, you must activate your number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>charging VAT to your clients<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>submitting periodic VAT declarations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>paying VAT to the government<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>VAT is not income\u2014you collect it on behalf of the tax authorities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group slide card\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Join a social insurance fund<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>All self-employed individuals must join a social insurance fund.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This allows you to pay social contributions, which cover:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>pension<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>healthcare<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>family allowances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>bridging rights in case of difficulty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group slide card\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Set up your accounting<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even a small activity requires proper accounting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>invoicing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>expense tracking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>tax declarations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>VAT management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Most independents work with an accountant.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group slide card\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Take out necessary insurance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Certain insurances help secure your activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>professional liability insurance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>income protection insurance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>legal protection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These are especially important depending on your profession.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\"><strong>How much does it cost to become self-employed?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Contrary to common belief, the administrative cost is relatively limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the main expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-37c7c970 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card gap-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"far\" data-icon=\"file-pen\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-file-pen \" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M64 464l198.6 0-5.1 20.5c-2.3 9.2-1.8 18.8 1.3 27.5L64 512c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L229.5 0c17 0 33.3 6.7 45.3 18.7l90.5 90.5c12 12 18.7 28.3 18.7 45.3l0 131.1-48 48L336 160l-80 0c-17.7 0-32-14.3-32-32l0-80L64 48c-8.8 0-16 7.2-16 16l0 384c0 8.8 7.2 16 16 16zM549.8 235.7l14.4 14.4c15.6 15.6 15.6 40.9 0 56.6l-29.4 29.4-71-71 29.4-29.4c15.6-15.6 40.9-15.6 56.6 0zM311.9 417L441.1 287.8l71 71L382.9 487.9c-4.1 4.1-9.2 7-14.9 8.4l-60.1 15c-5.5 1.4-11.2-.2-15.2-4.2s-5.6-9.7-4.2-15.2l15-60.1c1.4-5.6 4.3-10.8 8.4-14.9z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><strong>Registration with the CBE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2248 \u20ac100 to \u20ac200<\/strong><br>Gives you your enterprise number.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card gap-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 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card gap-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"far\" data-icon=\"money-check-pen\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-money-check-pen \" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 640 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M64 112l448 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16l0 91.6 6.6-6.6c11.6-11.6 26.3-18.5 41.4-20.5l0-64.6c0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64L64 64C28.7 64 0 92.7 0 128L0 384c0 35.3 28.7 64 64 64l266.5 0 6-23.9c2.2-8.8 6.2-17 11.8-24.1L64 400c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-256c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm56 160c-13.3 0-24 10.7-24 24s10.7 24 24 24l208 0c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-208 0zM96 200c0 13.3 10.7 24 24 24l304 0c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-304 0c-13.3 0-24 10.7-24 24zm517.8 35.7c-15.6-15.6-40.9-15.6-56.6 0l-29.4 29.4 71 71 29.4-29.4c15.6-15.6 15.6-40.9 0-56.6l-14.4-14.4zM375.9 417c-4.1 4.1-7 9.2-8.4 14.9l-15 60.1c-1.4 5.5 .2 11.2 4.2 15.2s9.7 5.6 15.2 4.2l60.1-15c5.6-1.4 10.8-4.3 14.9-8.4L576.1 358.7l-71-71L375.9 417z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><strong>Accountant<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2248 \u20ac100 to \u20ac250 per month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depends on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>your structure (sole trader or company)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>your activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>your invoicing volume<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card gap-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"far\" data-icon=\"shield-check\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-shield-check \" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path 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wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"far\" data-icon=\"building\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-building \" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M64 48c-8.8 0-16 7.2-16 16l0 384c0 8.8 7.2 16 16 16l80 0 0-64c0-26.5 21.5-48 48-48s48 21.5 48 48l0 64 80 0c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16l0-384c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16L64 48zM0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L320 0c35.3 0 64 28.7 64 64l0 384c0 35.3-28.7 64-64 64L64 512c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64zm88 40c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16l0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16l-48 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-48zM232 88l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16l0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16l-48 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-48c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zM88 232c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16l0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16l-48 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-48zm144-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16l0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16l-48 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-48c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><strong>Company creation (optional)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you create an SRL, costs are higher:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2248 \u20ac1,500 to \u20ac3,000<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>notary fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>legal setup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>accounting support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card fill gap-0 align-middle\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Most independents start as a sole trader to keep costs low.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The simplest way to launch your activity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if the steps are simple, their order and timing are important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why we created <strong>Indep Roadmap AI<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column card fill is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>It helps you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>understand each step<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>structure your launch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>organize your to-do list<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>avoid common mistakes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Launch my Indep 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1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large slide\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.workers.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image4.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"583\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workers.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image4-1024x583.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workers.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image4-1024x583.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.workers.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image4-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/www.workers.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image4-768x438.png 768w, https:\/\/www.workers.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image4-1536x875.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.workers.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image4-1200x684.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.workers.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image4.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><strong>Need human support?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">If you prefer guidance, Workers can help you launch your activity with the support of Group S, one of Belgium\u2019s main business counters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">You can choose the option that suits you best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:2rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-148d70a5 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group reveal wp-container-content-9df8e368\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\" style=\"display:flex;justify-content:center\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"fal\" data-icon=\"mobile\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-mobile \" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M96 32C78.3 32 64 46.3 64 64l0 384c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l192 0c17.7 0 32-14.3 32-32l0-384c0-17.7-14.3-32-32-32L96 32zM32 64C32 28.7 60.7 0 96 0L288 0c35.3 0 64 28.7 64 64l0 384c0 35.3-28.7 64-64 64L96 512c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L32 64zM160 400l64 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-64 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16s7.2-16 16-16z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Get a call from a Workers specialist<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">An advisor can call you to: prepare your steps, answer your questions, help you choose the right structure<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center margin-top-auto\"><span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"far\" data-icon=\"arrow-right\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-arrow-right \" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M440.6 273.4c4.7-4.5 7.4-10.8 7.4-17.4s-2.7-12.8-7.4-17.4l-176-168c-9.6-9.2-24.8-8.8-33.9 .8s-8.8 24.8 .8 33.9L364.1 232 24 232c-13.3 0-24 10.7-24 24s10.7 24 24 24l340.1 0L231.4 406.6c-9.6 9.2-9.9 24.3-.8 33.9s24.3 9.9 33.9 .8l176-168z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><a href=\"#\">Request a call<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group reveal wp-container-content-9df8e368\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\" style=\"display:flex;justify-content:center\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"fal\" data-icon=\"camera-web\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-camera-web \" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224 32a192 192 0 1 1 0 384 192 192 0 1 1 0-384zM357.5 403.9C412.4 363 448 297.7 448 224C448 100.3 347.7 0 224 0S0 100.3 0 224c0 73.7 35.6 139 90.5 179.9L37 473.4c-5.6 7.2-6.5 17-2.5 25.2s12.4 13.4 21.5 13.4l336 0c9.1 0 17.5-5.2 21.5-13.4s3.1-18-2.5-25.2l-53.5-69.5zm-27.1 17.3L375.8 480 72.2 480l45.3-58.9C149.2 438.3 185.5 448 224 448s74.8-9.7 106.5-26.9zM224 112a112 112 0 1 1 0 224 112 112 0 1 1 0-224zm0 256a144 144 0 1 0 0-288 144 144 0 1 0 0 288z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Schedule a video call<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">An online meeting to analyze your situation and prepare your launch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center margin-top-auto\"><span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"far\" data-icon=\"arrow-right\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-arrow-right \" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M440.6 273.4c4.7-4.5 7.4-10.8 7.4-17.4s-2.7-12.8-7.4-17.4l-176-168c-9.6-9.2-24.8-8.8-33.9 .8s-8.8 24.8 .8 33.9L364.1 232 24 232c-13.3 0-24 10.7-24 24s10.7 24 24 24l340.1 0L231.4 406.6c-9.6 9.2-9.9 24.3-.8 33.9s24.3 9.9 33.9 .8l176-168z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><a href=\"#\">Book a video call<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group reveal wp-container-content-9df8e368\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\" style=\"display:flex;justify-content:center\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"fal\" data-icon=\"user-tie\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-user-tie \" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224 32a96 96 0 1 1 0 192 96 96 0 1 1 0-192zM96 128a128 128 0 1 0 256 0A128 128 0 1 0 96 128zm96 176c-8.8 0-16 7.2-16 16s7.2 16 16 16l9.8 0-21.7 65-32.1-69.5c-2.9-6.3-9.5-10-16.3-8.8C56.8 336.5 0 402.3 0 481.3c0 17 13.8 30.7 30.7 30.7l386.6 0c17 0 30.7-13.8 30.7-30.7c0-79-56.8-144.7-131.8-158.6c-6.8-1.3-13.4 2.5-16.3 8.8L267.9 401l-21.7-65 9.8 0c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16s-7.2-16-16-16l-32 0-32 0zm17.5 160.5l-9.7-21.1L224 370.6l24.3 72.8-9.7 21.1c-5.7 12.4-23.3 12.4-29.1 0zm-29.1 13.4c.3 .7 .7 1.4 1 2.1L32 480c.6-58.1 39.5-107.1 92.7-122.8l55.7 120.7zM416 480l-149.4 0c.3-.7 .7-1.4 1-2.1l55.7-120.7c53.2 15.7 92.1 64.6 92.7 122.8z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Visit a Group S office<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">You can also get direct support from a Group S expert to complete all administrative steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center margin-top-auto\"><span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"far\" data-icon=\"arrow-right\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-arrow-right \" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M440.6 273.4c4.7-4.5 7.4-10.8 7.4-17.4s-2.7-12.8-7.4-17.4l-176-168c-9.6-9.2-24.8-8.8-33.9 .8s-8.8 24.8 .8 33.9L364.1 232 24 232c-13.3 0-24 10.7-24 24s10.7 24 24 24l340.1 0L231.4 406.6c-9.6 9.2-9.9 24.3-.8 33.9s24.3 9.9 33.9 .8l176-168z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><a href=\"#\">Book an appointment<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"far\" data-icon=\"rocket-launch\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-rocket-launch \" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M197.9 253.9c12.9 6.4 24.7 14.8 35 25.2s18.8 22.2 25.2 35c105.8-30 156.7-79.5 181.5-126c25-46.8 27.3-97.6 22-137.7c-40.1-5.3-90.9-3-137.7 22c-46.5 24.8-96 75.8-126 181.5zM384 312.1l0 82.2c0 25.4-13.4 49-35.3 61.9l-88.5 52.5c-7.4 4.4-16.6 4.5-24.1 .2s-12.1-12.2-12.1-20.9l0-114.7c0-22.6-9-44.3-25-60.3s-37.7-25-60.3-25L24 288c-8.6 0-16.6-4.6-20.9-12.1s-4.2-16.7 .2-24.1l52.5-88.5c13-21.9 36.5-35.3 61.9-35.3l82.2 0C281.7-3.8 408.8-8.5 483.9 5.3c11.6 2.1 20.7 11.2 22.8 22.8c13.8 75.1 9.1 202.2-122.7 284zM28.3 511.9c-16 .4-28.6-12.2-28.2-28.2C1 446 7.7 379.7 42 345.5c34.4-34.4 90.1-34.4 124.5 0s34.4 90.1 0 124.5C132.3 504.3 66 511 28.3 511.9zm50.2-64.5c12.8-.7 31.2-3.7 41.3-13.7c11.4-11.4 11.4-30 0-41.4s-30-11.4-41.4 0c-10.1 10.1-13 28.5-13.7 41.3c-.5 8 5.9 14.3 13.9 13.9zM328 144a40 40 0 1 1 80 0 40 40 0 1 1 -80 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>Launch your activity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card fill\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Administrative steps are not the hardest part.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">What matters most is structuring your launch properly from the start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Launch my Indep Roadmap<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">or<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Get support<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"far\" data-icon=\"circle-question\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-circle-question \" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M464 256A208 208 0 1 0 48 256a208 208 0 1 0 416 0zM0 256a256 256 0 1 1 512 0A256 256 0 1 1 0 256zm169.8-90.7c7.9-22.3 29.1-37.3 52.8-37.3l58.3 0c34.9 0 63.1 28.3 63.1 63.1c0 22.6-12.1 43.5-31.7 54.8L280 264.4c-.2 13-10.9 23.6-24 23.6c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24l0-13.5c0-8.6 4.6-16.5 12.1-20.8l44.3-25.4c4.7-2.7 7.6-7.7 7.6-13.1c0-8.4-6.8-15.1-15.1-15.1l-58.3 0c-3.4 0-6.4 2.1-7.5 5.3l-.4 1.2c-4.4 12.5-18.2 19-30.6 14.6s-19-18.2-14.6-30.6l.4-1.2zM224 352a32 32 0 1 1 64 0 32 32 0 1 1 -64 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>FAQ &#8211; Becoming self-employed in Belgium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-2&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-2\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">How long does it take to become self-employed?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-2\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The administrative steps can be completed in a few days if everything is ready.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-3&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-3-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-3\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Can you become self-employed while employed?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-3\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-3-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Yes. Many professionals start as a side activity to test their project.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-4&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-4-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-4\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Is an accountant mandatory?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-4\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-4-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Not always legally required, but strongly recommended.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-5&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-5-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-5\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Do you need to create a company?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-5\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-5-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>No. Many start as a <strong>sole trader<\/strong> because it\u2019s simpler and cheaper.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-6&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-6-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-6\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Can you get support with the process?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-6\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-6-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Yes. 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