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What is the interest withholding rate between Belgium and France?
Under the Belgium-France tax treaty, the withholding rate on interest is 15%. Certain types of interest (such as government bonds) may qualify for additional exemptions under specific treaty articles. This 15% rate compares to a median of 10% across Belgium's 39 active treaty partners, and 0% across France's 49 active partners.
Network Comparison
Belgium
Rank 36 of 39 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Vietnam (10%), Germany (15%), Egypt (15%)
Higher rates with: Italy (15%), Portugal (15%), Turkey (15%)
France
Rank 47 of 49 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Pakistan (10%), Thailand (10%), Turkey (10%)
Higher rates with: Egypt (15%), Philippines (15%)
Important: Treaty rates require proper claim forms (e.g., IRS Form W-8BEN for U.S. treaties, HMRC DT-Individual for U.K. treaties, CRA Form NR301 for Canadian treaties) filed before payment. Limitation on Benefits (LOB) provisions may restrict eligibility. A 0% withholding rate does not mean no tax — the residence country may still tax the income. This is not tax advice.