International wealth management

A variety of questions may arise in connection with the management of your assets in Belgium (estate planning): For example, should assets be placed into a company? How can I maintain control of my assets? How can I ensure financial security? Our tax lawyers can provide expert guidance on these matters, as well as assist you with the legal and tax optimisation of your assets, estate planning, including the drafting of gift agreements and the taxation of inheritances and gifts.

Long-term asset planning

A recurrent theme in our discussions is the succession of the family business. The Flemish Region boasts a favourable tax regime for the transfer of family businesses, enabling you to pass your business on to the next generation without financial loss. Following our detailed analysis, you will be fully informed of the measures you need to take to meet the conditions of this favourable tax regime.
 
In addition, should any of the family members you wish to support live abroad, this would also need to be taken into consideration. In such cases, it is essential to consider the foreign legislation applicable. Due to the potential complexity of cross-border tax regulations, particularly in the context of double taxation on gifts and inheritances, it is essential to exercise caution. This means that there is a risk of double taxation on international gifts or inheritances.
 
It is therefore recommended that you seek expert advice in this area. Our tax lawyers are specialised in helping clients manage their accumulated assets in a tax-efficient manner or transfer them to the next generation.

Taxes on emigration and immigration

More and more people are moving abroad. Leaving Belgium or moving to Belgium has tax consequences. In this context, it is always important to first analyse whether you are moving from a tax point of view. Tax residence plays an important role in this respect and is a factual decision under Belgian law. It is therefore not surprising that this concept is often the subject of debate. Migration also has an impact on the tax treatment of your assets and income. Our tax lawyers will carry out this analysis with you so that you know where you stand from a tax perspective.

 

CONTACT

Do you have any questions?

Would you like to manage your assets in Belgium? Then please get in touch with our multilingual tax lawyer, Sofie Jacobs. You can reach her by e-mail at s.jacobs@euregio.law or by telephone on +32 11 29 47 01.