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How to verify your VAT type when setting up your account on Accountable

Written by: Valesca Wilms

Updated on: August 24, 2026

Reading time: 3 minutes

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When creating an account on Accountable, it's important to ensure that your VAT type is set correctly. This will ensure that your VAT obligations are managed accurately, especially when submitting your VAT returns through the Intervat portal. Here's a simple step-by-step guide on how to double-check your VAT type and make sure everything is set up correctly.

✅ VAT Regimes Supported by Accountable

Code

Description

Supported?

AT

Subject to VAT (quarterly returns)

VR

VAT Franchisee (turnover < €25,000)

VO

VAT Franchisee with special VAT returns (intra-EU option)

SX

Exempted of VAT (Article 44)

SO

Exempted of VAT with special VAT returns (intra-EU option)

AM

Subject to VAT – Monthly returns

EN

Member of a VAT Unit

FT

Flat Rate – Quarterly

FA

Failed submitters (bankruptcy/arrears)

LA

Special agricultural regime

ND

VAT submitted by a third party on behalf of the taxpayer

⚠️ Important: Accountable does not support mixed VAT regimes in any form. Please ensure that your VAT regime is consistent and aligns with the guidelines provided.

Step 1: Log in to Intervat 🔐

First, you'll need to log in to Intervat, the Belgian government portal for VAT registration and submissions. Use your personal login credentials to access your account. Intervat Website

Next, log in via Itsme for secure authentication.

Once logged in, you can click on the "Intervat" button to proceed.

Step 2: Click on “VAT Regime”🧾

Once you're logged in, navigate to the section labeled "VAT Regime".

Step 3: Enter Your VAT Number 🔢

In the designated field, enter your VAT number to retrieve your VAT registration details. If you're unsure of your VAT number, you can find it on any VAT-related documents you've received from the Belgian tax authorities.

Step 4: Review the Information Displayed 👀

After entering your VAT number, review the information that appears. This will include your VAT type and other related details about your VAT status.

Here are the three common VAT regimes you may encounter:

1/ VAT regime is VR ( Exempted from submission of returns due to a turnover of less than 25,000.00 )

➡️ If you have this regime, you must select "VAT Franchisee" in Accountable:

  • Don't forget to click "Save" to record the change.

2/ VAT regime is AT ( Submitter of the quarterly returns ).

➡️ If you have this regime, you must select "Subject to VAT" in Accountable:

  • Don't forget to click "Save" to record the change.

3/ VAT regime is SO ( Exempted pursuant to Article 44 (SX) with an option with regard to intra-Community acquisitions )

➡️ If you have this regime, you must select "Exempt from VAT" in Accountable.

  • Don't forget to click "Save" to record the change.

⚠️ If you encounter any errors while searching for your VAT type, please don't hesitate to contact us!

Valesca Wilms

Author - Valesca Wilms

As content marketing lead at Accountable Belgium, Valesca writes about freelancing, self-employment, and taxes based on her own experience as a freelancer.

Who is Valesca ?

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