Lanaken ranks high as a fiscally attractive municipality for entrepreneurs

The municipality of Lanaken is recognized as one of the most competitive in Limburg for businesses, thanks to low tax rates and an entrepreneur-friendly policy.

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Lanaken ranks among the most competitive municipalities in the province of Limburg for various types of businesses, owing to an attractive fiscal policy.

A study indicates that Lanaken is one of the most competitive municipalities in the province of Limburg for various business types. A key factor is its low additional personal income tax of 6.90%, which is below the Limburg average of 7.43%. With municipal surcharges of 756, the municipality achieves a strong 4th place in the ranking.
Furthermore, Lanaken does not levy a general service tax, promotional tax, or terrace tax. This makes the municipality particularly appealing to self-employed individuals, traders, and various service-oriented companies.
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"As a municipality, we consciously focus on an entrepreneur-friendly policy. These results confirm that Lanaken is an attractive location for entrepreneurs and the self-employed. We continue to invest in a strong entrepreneurial climate where businesses can grow and operate."

Astrid Puts · Alderman for Local Economy
With these results, Municipality of Lanaken confirms its ambition to be an entrepreneur-friendly municipality where local entrepreneurs have every opportunity to invest, grow, and create jobs.
Based on information from the official source: Gemeente Lanaken (14/10/2026)