Belgium vs Serbia: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about RSD 10,317,642) you take home €48,073 in Belgium and RSD 7,435,702 in Serbia (about €63,420) — Serbia leaves you 32% more.
You keep more in Belgium up to about €35,000, and more in Serbia above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Belgium | Serbia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | €21,603 | RSD 1,849,231 | Belgium +37% |
| $40K | €28,430 | RSD 2,917,694 | Belgium +14% |
| $60K | €33,547 | RSD 4,397,104 | Serbia +12% |
| $80K | €40,825 | RSD 5,776,562 | Serbia +21% |
| $100K | €48,073 | RSD 7,435,702 | Serbia +32% |
| $150K | €65,050 | RSD 11,424,408 | Serbia +50% |
| $200K | €85,262 | RSD 16,160,747 | Serbia +62% |
| $300K | €117,600 | RSD 23,336,199 | Serbia +69% |
Cost of living
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Belgium or Serbia?
At €88,000, Serbia takes less of your pay: you keep 72% there, against 55% in Belgium.
What is the top tax rate in Belgium and Serbia?
The top income tax rate is 53.5% in Belgium and 23.5% in Serbia.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about RSD 10,317,642) you take home €48,073 in Belgium and RSD 7,435,702 in Serbia (about €63,420).
2026 rules checked against fin.belgium.be. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details