Start-up support

Our mission

At Bocon, clear figures and satisfied business owners come first. We want to be more than your accountant in Antwerp: a financial partner who thinks ahead with you.

Our vision

Accounting should be approachable. We combine efficient processes with personal service, helping you understand your figures and develop your business with confidence.

Our services – start-up support

From idea to business. Taking the right first steps together.

Starting a business in Belgium is exciting, but it brings registrations, forms and responsibilities alongside your first customers. Bocon supports you from the beginning with accounting, business registration, VAT activation, social insurance status and your first invoices.

Whether you plan to become self-employed in a main or secondary occupation, incorporate a company or turn a secondary activity into your main business, we help you prepare.

What does our start-up support include?

Preparation and advice

We discuss your idea, the choice between a sole proprietorship and a company, your tax obligations and social contributions. Clear explanations help you make informed decisions.

Practical registration

We help you work through registration with the Crossroads Bank for Enterprises (CBE/KBO), VAT activation, affiliation with a social insurance fund, a business bank account and suitable accounting software. We agree which formalities we handle and which require another party.

Accounting from day one

We explain which documents to keep, how invoicing works, including for overseas clients, and how VAT returns and your financial figures fit together. Income and expenses need to be recorded correctly from the start.

Why start-ups choose Bocon

Clear language and support at your pace.
Knowledge of Belgian rules and cross-border questions.
Digital tools combined with personal contact.
Practical attention to the costs of starting your business.

Common questions from new business owners

How much tax will I pay?

This depends on income, expenses and status. We can prepare an estimate based on your circumstances.

Sole trader or Belgian BV?

We compare your plans, risks and expected finances. There is no single structure that suits everyone.

Will I need VAT registration?

We assess your activities and any applicable exemption rather than assuming a single rule fits every start-up.

Should I speak to an accountant before starting?

An early conversation helps organise records and identify the obligations that apply before your first return is due.

Ready to turn your idea into a business?

Arrange a free introductory meeting, without obligation. We will listen to your plans and discuss practical next steps.