Belgium
Belgium Passport, #3 globally
EU / Schengen
About the Belgium passport
Ranked #3 in the global passport index, the Belgium passport delivers some of the broadest travel freedom in the world, covering 161 of 199 destinations. Alongside Denmark and Germany, it sits among the world's strongest travel documents. Holders cover 81% of the world without advance visa arrangements, placing them well above the global average. That figure breaks down as: 124 require no visa at all, 11 accept an electronic travel authorization, 26 offer visa on arrival.
Tax in Belgium
The top marginal income tax rate in Belgium is 50%, with capital gains taxed at Same as income. The country operates a high tax regime, under which residents pay tax on worldwide income at high marginal rates. Those considering Belgium for relocation should account for the high worldwide income tax exposure when structuring international income.
Where Belgium passport holders can travel
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