
The
pharmaceutical industry in Belgium is very well developed as it represents a world leader in this industry. The industry is strongly supported thorough numerous policies and each year, the
research and development sector in the pharmaceutical field receives
investments with a total value of
EUR 1,5 billion, a sum which represents twice as much compared to the European average values. In order to
open a company in Belgium in this field, the businessmen will need to
receive special permits and licenses provided the relevant authorities, which are issued for the specific activities carried out by the respective
company.
Our team of company formation representatives in Belgium can assist investors in drafting various types of legal documents.
Register a company in Belgium
The
company registration in Belgium starts by choosing a suitable
legal entity.
Companies set up in the
field of pharmaceuticals can be registered under various
business forms, but most of the investors prefer to choose the most common
type of company, which is preferred throughout Europe. In this sense, we mention the
limited liability company.
The
legal entity will be established in the
statutory documents of the company, which must be signed at a
public notary in Belgium. For this, it is recommended to receive assistance from
our team of specialists in company formation in Belgium, who can offer their expertise in the provisions of the
Commercial Law.
Investors are also required to provide a financial plan for the company.
Any company performing commercial activities in Belgium has to register for taxation purposes. Businesses opened in the pharmaceutical industry are also required to register for social security (as they will employ personnel). The procedure is handled at the One Stop Shop Register.
Pharmaceutical companies need to register for VAT in Belgium, however, these types of activities are subject to a reduced, 6% rate (compared to the standard 21% rate applicable to the provision of other types of goods and services). Registration is mandatory before the commencement of the activities for all businesses that are subject to this tax. Our team can assist with more information.
Distributing pharmaceutical products in Belgium
In order to establish commercial activities in Belgium related to the distribution of pharmaceutical products, such as drugs, the companies will need to obtain a marketing authorisation.
However, several exemptions are offered if, for example, the company will distribute medicines which are provided for experimental purposes.