Personalised support for the formation of your Non-Profit Association (ASBL) in Belgium.
An ideal legal structure for projects with a social, cultural, sporting or educational purpose.
The ASBL (Association Sans But Lucratif / Non-Profit Association) is a Belgian legal form that allows activities to be carried out without seeking to enrich its members. It has a legal personality distinct from that of its founders and members.
Governed by the Companies and Associations Code (CAC), the ASBL is particularly suited to associative, cultural, sporting, educational or charitable projects. It can carry out ancillary commercial activities to finance its social purpose.
Unlike commercial companies, the ASBL cannot distribute profits to its members, and any surplus must be reinvested in the achievement of its social purpose.
An ASBL must be made up of at least two people, natural or legal persons.
The ASBL has a legal personality distinct from its members.
The ASBL cannot distribute profits to its members.
Members are not personally liable for the debts of the ASBL.
Discover the many advantages that the ASBL structure offers for your project.
The ASBL's legal personality protects members who are not personally liable for the association's debts. Only the ASBL's assets can be engaged.
ASBLs benefit from a favourable tax regime with a reduced tax rate. They can also receive tax-deductible donations if they are approved.
ASBLs can access various grants and public aid at municipal, regional, federal and European levels to finance their activities and projects.
ASBL status confers legitimacy and credibility with partners, public authorities and the general public, facilitating collaborations.
The ASBL can own property, sign contracts, open bank accounts and employ staff in its own name.
The ASBL can continue to exist independently of changes in membership, ensuring the continuity and sustainability of your project.
Our service supports you at every step of the formation of your ASBL.
We discuss your associative project to understand your specific needs and objectives.
Our legal experts draft tailor-made articles of association compliant with the Companies and Associations Code.
Organisation of the constituent assembly and signing of official documents.
We file your application with the business court registry and publish the notice in the Belgian Official Gazette.
Obtaining a company number, registration with the CBE and opening a bank account.
Post-formation support to help you with the first steps of your ASBL.
Here are the documents you will need to provide for the formation of your ASBL.
Of all founders (minimum 2 people).
Addresses, phone numbers and emails of the founders.
For directors (model 596.1).
Name, social purpose, registered office and duration of the association.
Composition of the board of directors and operating procedures.
Terms of admission and exclusion of members, membership fees, etc.
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about ASBL formation.
Since the reform of the Companies and Associations Code, a minimum of 2 people (natural or legal persons) are needed to form an ASBL in Belgium.
The average time is 2 to 3 weeks, including drafting the articles of association, filing with the registry and publication in the Belgian Official Gazette.
Yes, an ASBL can carry out commercial activities, provided that these activities are ancillary and that the profits are reinvested in the achievement of its social purpose.
Accounting obligations depend on the size of the ASBL. Small ASBLs can keep simplified accounts, while larger ones must keep double-entry bookkeeping.
Yes, directors can be remunerated for their mandate, but this remuneration must be reasonable and mentioned in the annual accounts.
Grants can be requested from municipalities, regions, communities or the federal government depending on your field of activity. We can advise you on the steps to follow.
Our team of experts supports you through every step of the formation of your ASBL in Belgium.