Live in Belgium while having a job in Bangladesh

Can I live in Belgium and work remotely for a company in Bangladesh?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. The Belgian company has to be a registered company in Belgium.
  2. The Belgian company has to have a tax ID number.
  3. The Belgian company has to have a bank account in Belgium.
  4. The Belgian company has to have a bank account in Bangladesh.
  5. The Belgian company has to have a VAT ID number.

How to find remote work in Bangladesh while living in Belgium?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Bangladesh even though you are located in Belgium. For that we have some tips.

What is the best way to find remote jobs in Bangladesh?
There are many ways to find remote work in Bangladesh. The most common way is to apply online to a website, such as Upwork, or Freelancer.com. But you can also find other ways such as sending a message to someone in Bangladesh, or you can start your own website and post jobs there.

Why are there so many websites offering remote work in Bangladesh?
Most companies are willing to pay more for the convenience of working from anywhere in the world, so they are willing to pay more for a freelancer.

Is it possible to find remote work in Bangladesh while living in Belgium?
Yes, it is possible to find remote work in Bangladesh while living in Belgium.

What are the best websites for remote work in Bangladesh?
If you are looking for remote work in Bangladesh, there are many websites that offer remote jobs in Bangladesh. Some of the websites are Upwork, Freelancer.com, Guru.com, and PeoplePerHour.com.

How to get paid in Belgium when working remotely for a corporation in Bangladesh?

You can get paid in Belgium even if you are working for a company in Bangladesh, however , you will need to be registered as a resident of Belgium.

If you are working from a home office or an apartment in Bangladesh, you will need to register your home office as a company in Belgium. You will need to register the company name, address and the address of the company office. You will need to apply for a Belgian company registration number (BE#) and a VAT registration number (BE#). You will also need to apply for an electronic invoicing number (BE#) and an electronic banking number (BE#).
When you register a company in Belgium, you need to complete the following documents:
COPY OF YOUR BIRTH CERTIFICATE
Copy of your passport
Copy of your National Identity card
Copy of your driving licence
Copy of your bank statement
The documents listed above should be sent to the address below.
The registration fee is €100. The registration will take approximately 10 working days to complete.
You will need to apply for the following documents to work for a company in Belgium.
You will need to send the documents to the address below.

How do taxes work in Belgium if I’m working remotely for a company Belgium?

When working remotely in Belgium for a firm based in Bangladesh, taxes might be tricky, therefore it is very important to understand the rules.

The Belgian tax system is based on a dual system of taxation. The first system is based on the location of the taxpayer, and the second system is based on the location of the activity.

If you are working in Belgium and are a Belgian citizen or resident, you are taxed according to the location of your employment.
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If you are working in Belgium for a firm based in Bangladesh, you are taxed according to the location of the activity.
If you are a non-Belgian working in Belgium, you are taxed according to the location of your employment.
If you are a non-resident working in Belgium, you are taxed according to the location of your employment.