Official Sync:2026-03-15
Belgium: Accessibility Law
Fragmented (20 measures across Federal/Regional laws)
Compliance Summary
Enforcement Body
FPS Economy
Penalty Structure
Authority Discretion
Compliance Deadline
2025-06-28
Cure Period
Authority discretion
Verbatim Law Details
"Belgian transposition is fragmented across approximately 20 federal and regional legislative measures. The Law of 13 June 2005 on Electronic Communications serves as the primary federal vehicle, with enforcement split between FPS Economy and regional bodies."
Key Articles
- §Federal Law of 13 June 2005
- §Brussels Ordinance of 23 March 2023
- §Flemish Decree of 3 April 2023
Sectors in Scope
BankingE-commerceTransportTelephonye-BooksAudiovisual
Exemptions
Microenterprises providing services are exempt. Regional rules may vary.
Compliance Notes
Belgium's fragmented approach creates compliance complexity. Businesses operating nationally must consider both federal and regional requirements.
Important Legal Disclaimer
This platform is an informational reference tool only. It is not intended to provide legal advice or guarantee accessibility compliance. For official legal interpretations and binding compliance requirements, please consult the W3C WCAG 2.2 Recommendation, the European Accessibility Act (Directive 2019/882), and your national enforcement authority.