Belgium

What special rules apply in Belgium for the sale, issuance, or redemption of Giftcards? ›

Giftcard sales in Belgium are permitted and widespread. Providers must clearly state validity and redemption terms and comply with GDPR data protection requirements.

Which consumer rights apply in Belgium regarding expired Giftcards? ›

Under Belgian law, Giftcards expire after the stated expiry date. If no expiry date is stated, the Giftcard is considered valid without a set end date.

Is there a legal regulation in Belgium on the validity period of Giftcards? ›

In Belgium, Giftcard validity is regulated. Under Belgian consumer protection rules, Giftcards must be valid for at least one year unless a longer period is stated.

How are Giftcards treated for tax purposes in Belgium (VAT, single-purpose / multi-purpose)? ›

Belgium has implemented EU Directive 2016/1065. Single-purpose Giftcards are taxed on issuance, multi-purpose Giftcards on redemption.