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Need an extra pair of hands for an event, a busy peak period, or to cover absences? A flexi-jobber is often the smartest and most financially attractive solution.
As of 1 July 2026, the labour market has been significantly reshaped. Whereas this status was previously restricted to a few specific sectors, the flexi-job is now a versatile tool introduced across almost all industries. You can bring in motivated side-hustlers at a highly favourable wage cost, whilst we ensure the administration runs flawlessly and is 100% legally compliant.
As of 1 July 2026, the fundamental principle has been completely flipped: flexi-jobs are now permitted by default across all private and public sectors. A sector is only excluded if the relevant Joint Committee (Paritair Comité / Commission Paritaire) has explicitly decided to ban flexi-jobs, fully or partially, via a so-called ‘opt-out’.
Does an opt-out apply to your Joint Committee, or do you have specific requirements? With Tentoo, you can just as easily—and entirely in line with the law—hire freelancers and student workers.
Is your sector (partially) excluded but you still need flexible staff? Not to worry. Through Tentoo, you can effortlessly deploy freelancers and students to strengthen your teams.
Wondering if your sector qualifies for creating flexi-job contracts via Tentoo? Simply enter your joint committee or NACE code, and find out instantly. It’s easy, fast, and transparent!
We like to keep things simple. Tentoo automatically runs advance checks to ensure your candidate meets all the conditions, allowing you to get to work with complete peace of mind. You can bring in the following profiles:
Employees (the 4/5ths rule): The candidate must have been employed at a minimum of 4/5ths of a full-time equivalent with another employer three quarters ago (the T-3 quarter).
Waiting period for reduced hours: Employees who transition from a full-time role to an 80% (4/5ths) regime are not permitted to take on a flexi-job during the third and fourth quarters following this reduction. This anti-abuse rule prevents staff from cutting their hours purely to take up a flexi-job.
Pensioners: Those on a statutory pension (or with a 45-year career history) can earn an unlimited, tax-free extra income. For those on an early pension who haven’t yet reached the statutory retirement age, strict legal income caps apply.
Annual cap for active employees: Non-pensioned flexi-jobbers may earn a maximum of €18,440 per year tax-free. Anything above this threshold is taxed as standard professional income.
Associated companies: In principle, a flexi-jobber may not work for a company linked to their permanent employer. However, an exception applies if the employee already holds a regular, full-time position with that same main employer or associated company.
As an employer, you pay the agreed flexi-wage plus a special employer’s contribution of 28%. You must adhere to the pay scales of your specific sector or the Guaranteed Average Minimum Monthly Income (GAMMI). On top of this hourly rate, a 7.67% flexi holiday pay is calculated.
Crucial wage updates for 2026:
The 150% rule: The maximum wage you can pay is capped at 150% of the basic sector wage. However, statutory or collective agreement (CBA) mandatory supplements (such as bonuses for night or Sunday shifts) do not count towards this limit and may be added on top.
Hospitality cap: Specifically for the hospitality sector (JC 302), the maximum hourly wage is legally capped at €21.
Want to know exactly how much a flexi-jobber will cost for your specific vacancy? Run a simulation below or book a free consultation.
The cooperation with Tentoo is frictionless. The set-up was quick and they know what they are talking about. What I like is that they are also proactive in dealing with any contacts with the Belgian government.
At the start of our cooperation, Tentoo distinguished itself with their online approach, which made it much easier and more flexible for us and our freelancers. Besides, they no longer had to go to an interim office first with papers etc.
Would I recommend Tentoo to others? For me it works great because it’s a personal and easy contact. If you’re a fan of that, try it too! The collaboration is incredibly smooth, I wouldn’t know why I would work with anyone else.
Your operation is always correct and fast!
The legislation is too complex for us to take control of everything ourselves.
We have been working with TENTOO for years and they have since become completely intertwined in our operation. They are very flexible and maintain personal contact where necessary, yet two things that are very important within the film industry.