Portable Number Types
| Type | Portable | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Local | Yes | Area code must match the registered address |
| National / Toll-Free | Yes | Requires national address on LOA |
Required Documents
Local Numbers
- ☐ LOA (Letter of Authorization) — Must include a local address; the area code of the number must match the address on file
- ☐ VAT / TAX ID — Business tax identification document
- ☐ Latest Invoice — Most recent invoice from the current provider
- ☐ Proof of Local Address — Document confirming the local address matching the number's area code
National / Toll-Free Numbers
- ☐ LOA (Letter of Authorization) — Must include a national address
- ☐ VAT / TAX ID — Business tax identification document
- ☐ Latest Invoice — Most recent invoice from the current provider
- ☐ Proof of Local Address — Document confirming a Belgian address
Restrictions & Special Conditions
- Area code / address alignment: Local numbers have a strict requirement — the geographic area code of the number must correspond to the registered address. This is a Belgian regulatory requirement.
- National and toll-free numbers require a national-level address rather than a specific area-code-matched address
Notes
- Belgium enforces geographic numbering rules, meaning local numbers are tied to specific regions — ensure your registered address matches before initiating a port
- No specific porting timeline is published for this country; plan for variability depending on your current carrier
- The distinction between local and national/toll-free documentation is primarily around address specificity (area-code-matched vs. national)
