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As you know, e-invoicing via the Peppol network becomes a legal obligation for all VAT-registered Belgian businesses from January 2026. Rather than seeing this deadline as a burden, think of it as a chance to modernise your processes and strengthen your relationship with your accountant. Beyond the time savings, this transition comes with a tax boost that most entrepreneurs still don't know about.
The tax lever in Belgium: the increased 120% deduction
Did you know that the Belgian government actively encourages the switch to e-invoicing? For SMEs and the self-employed, the costs of adopting e-invoicing qualify for a 120% tax deduction. This means that for every €100 spent on software subscriptions and advice, you can deduct €120 from your taxable base.
This temporary measure (from 1 January 2024 to 31 December 2027) aims to ease the cost of this transformation. Note that it mainly applies to subscriptions to e-invoicing software, not to purchasing solutions outright. For more information, see the official website of FPS Finance.
In practice, for a software subscription priced at €15/month, or €180/year, you calculate the deduction on 120% of €180, i.e. on €216. The 25% tax saved therefore comes to €216 × 25% = €54, bringing the net cost down to €180 – €54 = €126 per year, which is a net cost of just €10.50 / month.
More than an obligation: a strategic partnership with your accountant
E-invoicing isn't just a legal requirement; it reinvents the way you and your accountant work together. No more back-and-forth of paper documents or PDFs that have to be re-entered.
With e-invoicing software connected to the Peppol network, your structured invoices go straight to your customer's software and can be made available to your accountant in real time. This automation has major benefits:
- Less manual work: Your accountant no longer has to enter your documents by hand. This greatly reduces errors and frees up valuable time.
- More reliable data: Transmission via Peppol guarantees the compliance and security of your data, simplifying checks and audits.
- A strategic partnership: Freed from data entry, your accountant can focus on higher-value work: analysing your figures, financial advice and tax optimisation.
The aim of this transition is not to complicate your life but to equip you with tools that help you run your business more efficiently.
The Fidly advantage: an investment in peace of mind
Fidly was designed to turn this transition into an opportunity. Our solution not only complies with Belgian legislation but is also built to optimise your productivity and your collaboration with your accountant. By choosing Fidly, you tick every box: you benefit from the increased 120% tax deduction on your subscription and you get a solution that simplifies your day-to-day management. Fidly lets you easily create structured invoices, send them instantly via Peppol and link them directly to your accounts. Features such as recurring invoicing and the product catalogue also save you a great deal of time. Your accountant will love the smooth flow of information, and you can focus on what matters most: growing your business.
Take action today
Time is your best ally. Don't wait until the last minute to comply. By acting now, you not only benefit from the tax advantages but also prepare for the future of accounting in Belgium.
