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Webinar Replay: BELSPO Notification – Is Your R&D Tax Exemption Actually Safe?

Missed the live webinar? Don’t worry — the replay is now available! Revisit key insights from our experts on how to protect and optimise your R&D tax exemption under the latest Belgian regulations. Since August 2023, companies must notify their R&D projects to BELSPO before they start in order to remain eligible for the partial withholding […]

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    Apr 21, 2026

    12:00 PM GMT
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    1 Hour

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Missed the live webinar? Don’t worry — the replay is now available!
Revisit key insights from our experts on how to protect and optimise your R&D tax exemption under the latest Belgian regulations.

Since August 2023, companies must notify their R&D projects to BELSPO before they start in order to remain eligible for the partial withholding tax exemption, making timing and documentation more critical than ever

This session brought together Leyton’s R&D tax specialists to explain the latest audit focus areas, compliance requirements, and practical steps to ensure your exemption remains fully secure.

What did the attendees learn?

  • Why timing is now critical: how the 2023/C/49 circular changed the rules so that late notifications can jeopardise an entire project or program
  • Understanding who does what: the complementary roles of BELSPO (scientific validation and advisory role) and FOD Fin (administrative verification and final decision)
  • The four recurring pillars of a compliant claim — eligible researchers, R&D character, BELSPO notification, and time‑tracking evidence
  • How to prepare credible documentation: ensuring the project’s start and end dates reflect the real R&D timeline and not just administrative milestones.
  • Best practices for audit‑ready projects: maintaining updates, managing multi‑year programs, and integrating new R&D activities smoothly.

What advantages does it bring to your company?

  • Ensure your R&D tax exemption remains safe under the stricter compliance framework.
  • Gain a clear understanding of the end‑to‑end BELSPO process and your organisation’s obligations.
  • Learn how to leverage documentation to reduce audit risk and preserve eligibility.
  • Discover how small compliance updates can mean significant financial savings.

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    Speakers

    Hicham Aoulad Abdellah
    Hicham Aoulad Abdellah

    Senior  Tax  Consultant

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    Diana Haidari
    Diana Haidari

    Senior  R&D  Consultant

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