What are the latest news in Belgium? September 1st, 2026
- New Criminal Code Takes Effect: The new Belgian Criminal Code officially enters into force, modernizing offense definitions, culpability standards, and sentencing frameworks across the country. Freshfields
- Two-Year Vehicle Inspection Rules Begin: Flanders and wider Belgian transport authorities have officially transitioned passenger vehicle roadworthiness inspections from an annual requirement to a biennial (every two years) schedule, significantly cutting administrative paperwork. AutoNext
- EU Nature Restoration Deadline Missed: Belgium missed the September 1 deadline to submit its national Nature Restoration Plan to the European Commission, primarily due to delays in finalising regional documentation within the Brussels-Capital Region. The Brussels Times
- Tax Filing Deadlines Extended: The Belgian tax administration announced a final deferral for the Qualified Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (QDMTT) and Income Inclusion Rule (IIR) Pillar Two returns through September 30. Global Tax Knowledge Hub – EY
- Environmental & Climate Updates: Regional authorities maintain water monitoring and drought vigilance across Flemish waterways and Brussels following an unusually dry and warm late-summer period.