2026 RatesEmployer Cost Calculator
Calculate the total cost to employ someone in Belgium. See employer contributions for social security, pension, and other mandatory costs.
Employee Salary
Enter the employee's gross annual salary
~7.69% double holiday allowance
End-year premium (eindejaarspremie)
Meal vouchers, group insurance, training, etc.
Total Employer Cost
Full cost to employ (2026)
total annual cost
€65,456.30
€5,454.69/month
Employee Compensation
Employer Contributions
Note: Actual employer costs may vary based on industry sector (paritair comite), collective labor agreements, and specific benefits provided. Work accident insurance rates vary by sector and risk category.
Employee Salary
Enter the employee's gross annual salary
~7.69% double holiday allowance
End-year premium (eindejaarspremie)
Meal vouchers, group insurance, training, etc.
Total Employer Cost
Full cost to employ (2026)
total annual cost
€65,456.30
€5,454.69/month
Employee Compensation
Employer Contributions
Note: Actual employer costs may vary based on industry sector (paritair comite), collective labor agreements, and specific benefits provided. Work accident insurance rates vary by sector and risk category.
What's Included in Employment Costs?
Understanding the full cost of hiring in Belgium
Gross Salary
The agreed salary before any deductions. This is what the employee sees.
Social Security
Employer contributions to pension, healthcare, unemployment, and other insurance.
Additional Costs
Holiday allowance, pension contributions, and any other mandatory payments.