Property purchase costs in Belgium
Instantly estimate the registration duties and notary fees payable on top of the sale price, by region.
Indicative estimate for an existing property. Rates change and depend on your situation. Have the exact amount confirmed by your notary.
Registration duties: the main cost
When buying an existing property in Belgium, the buyer pays registration duties on the sale price. The rate depends on the region: in Flanders 3 % for an own and sole home (otherwise 12 %); in Brussels and Wallonia 12.5 %, with possible reductions.
Notary fees: regulated
Notary fees follow a decreasing scale set by royal decree, the same across the country, plus 21 % VAT and various disbursements.
Budget for these costs
In total, expect roughly 12 % to 16 % of the price in costs for an existing property. The calculator above gives an instant range — confirm with your notary.
FAQ
- Who pays notary fees in Belgium?
- The buyer pays the registration duties and notary fees, on top of the agreed sale price.
- Are costs lower for a first home?
- In Flanders the registration rate is greatly reduced (3 %) for an own and sole home. Brussels and Wallonia also offer reductions under conditions.
- Is this calculator exact?
- It gives a reliable estimate, but exact amounts depend on your situation. Only your notary produces the final statement.