Databakkes.be
Search Belgian companies by VAT number, name or address
Company info. No nonsense.
1,960,948 active companies tracked
"Faster than the CBE, clearer than an annual report, more fun than Company... er, than the rest."
Guides
Start as secondary occupation
€160 setup + €87.17/quarter contributions. Part-time work required.
When is a BV fiscally worthwhile?
Around €100,000 profit, not €50,000 as often claimed.
BV or insurance?
Insurance covers 99% of your risks. BV only in bankruptcy.
Self-employed social contributions
20.5% of net income. Min ±€890/qtr main, €87/qtr secondary.
Taxes in secondary occupation
Secondary income in highest bracket: 45% to 50%.
How many companies in Belgium?
1,945,964 active companies. Live data from the CBE.
Belgian Companies
All 1,960,948 enterprises in the CBE.
1,960,948
Active
8,146
New this month
35,562
Bankrupt
Busiest Cities
Where they don't sit still
Bankruptcy Ranking
It used to buzz here
Popular Activities
What does everyone actually do?
Fun Facts
Random but interesting
Average age of a Belgian company
16 years, 7 months
And then it's over (or not)
Longest company name
Centre Hospitalier Interrégional Edith Cavell - Les Hôpitaux de Braine-l'Alleud - Waterloo, de Delta et de Sainte-Anne Saint-Remi; les Cliniques de la Basilique et Edith Cavell, les Centres...
192 characters - respect
Shortest company name
"R+"
Short but powerful
The Legends
And still not retired
Chapitre de la cathédrale de Liège (WL Liège)
Since 1802
Communauté protestante reconnue de la Place du Musée (BR - Bruxelles)
Since 1803
Fabrique d'Eglise Sainte-Foy (WL-Liège)
Since 1804
Communauté protestante reconnue (WL - Dour)
Since 1804
CONGREGATION HOSPITALIERE DES SOEURS DE LA CHARITE EUP
Since 1809
Fresh Out The Oven
Wish them luck!
How does Databakkes work?
We keep it simple. Running a company in Belgium is stressful enough.
You search for a company.
Type a name, address or VAT number. We cover all of Belgium, even if you type with two left thumbs.
We pull together all official data.
CBE, NACE code, we keep adding... Your uncle would say: 'It's all public anyway.'
We put it in one clean overview.
No 147-page PDFs. No 'click here for balance total' circus. Just: what you need to know. And most of it is free. Because we get it from the government too. They just don't do it well.
Done.
You know if it's a real company or three guys with a mailbox. P.S. We don't even have a mailbox.
Why Databakkes?
Yeah, why not actually?
We're not the biggest. We don't have the most features. But we're definitely the coolest to use.
Faster than official sites
Built with modern tech. No Java applets. No 4-second wait to load a page.
Understandable at a glance
Our pages are exactly how you want company info to be: simple, clear, and without 27 tabs of numbers you never use.
Made for real people
Not for accountants with three screens and a 200 euro calculator.
Belgian common sense
If we don't know something, we say so. You don't need nonsense, you need info.
Who is Databakkes for?
For everyone who doesn't like paying for public information.
Checking a new supplier before you pay
Is the company real? Are they still active? How long have they existed? All questions you can answer without opening your wallet.
Verifying a client's VAT number
Freelancers and accountants: type the number and you'll know instantly if it checks out. Simple.
Researching the competition
Check the NACE codes, establishments and start date of your competitors. Knowledge is power — and here it's free.
Checking if your nephew's company is real
You know how it goes. 'I started a company.' Okay, prove it. Here's the link.
What do you get?
* Yes, WORK IN PROGRESS
No revenue or balance sheets yet? Coming soon. Rome wasn't built in a day. But we're aiming for two.
How does Databakkes compare to... other solutions?
Spoiler: we win. But everyone says that.
We load faster
We cost less
It might cost something someday, but at least not your data (well, except your company data, thanks!)
* We refrain from comparing ourselves to the government (CBE) since we intend to deliver a working product.
What does Databakkes cost?
Like a good bowl of soup at grandma's.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you want to know (and more)
What is Databakkes?
Databakkes is a free platform that collects all public company information from the Crossroads Bank for Enterprises (CBE) and presents it clearly. Enterprise number, address, NACE codes, establishments — all in one place.
How do I search for a company by VAT number?
Type the VAT or enterprise number in the search bar at the top. Databakkes finds the company directly, with or without the 'BE' prefix. You can also search by company name or address.
What is an enterprise number (CBE)?
An enterprise number is a unique 10-digit number (format 0XXX.XXX.XXX) assigned to every Belgian enterprise upon registration with the Crossroads Bank for Enterprises. It also serves as the VAT number with a 'BE' prefix.
Is Databakkes free?
Yes, Databakkes is completely free. All displayed data comes from public government sources like the CBE. A Pro version with extra features may come later.
How do I check if a Belgian company is still active?
Search for the company on Databakkes by name, address or VAT number. The status (active, ceased, bankrupt) is shown right at the top of the company page. Active companies get a green dot, ceased ones a red dot.
Where can I find a company's NACE code?
On every company page on Databakkes, the NACE-BEL activity codes are written out in words. You can also browse all NACE codes via our dedicated NACE code page and search by sector. Want to learn more? Read our complete guide on NACE codes.
How do I verify a Belgian VAT number?
Type the VAT number (with or without the BE prefix) into the search bar on Databakkes. We instantly show whether the number is valid, which company it belongs to, and whether that company is still active.
What is the KBO / Crossroads Bank for Enterprises?
The KBO (Kruispuntbank van Ondernemingen) or CBE (Crossroads Bank for Enterprises) is the official Belgian database where all enterprises and establishment units are registered. Databakkes pulls its data from the KBO and presents it in a readable way.
Fries without mayo? No way.
We're still building and looking for input from cool companies. What features are missing? What would feel fair to pay for? Throw it in our face.
Ready? Type something.
You're curious. Go ahead.