The National Bank has been Belgium's central bank since 1850. It performs tasks in the general interest at both national and international level.

Watch the videos about the tasks and activities of the National Bank of Belgium

European monetary policy
Since 1 January 1999 the National Bank has played an active part in the definition and implementation of the Eurosystem’s monetary policy.
The issuing of notes and coins
Banknotes are the best-known item produced by the National Bank, which has been printing them since 1851.
Research and Information Centre
The National Bank plays an important role in the collection, compilation, analysis and distribution of economic and financial information.
Financial supervision
Financial supervision is the instrument for ensuring financial stability, the second key function of a central bank, alongside monetary stability.
International assignments
The National Bank plays an active role in the sphere of international cooperation.
Services to the State
The National Bank is State Cashier and  is also responsible for the daily management of the Securities Regulation Fund.
Services to the financial sector
The central bank acts as the linchpin of the financial sector. Like most central banks, the National Bank has set up a number of services which it performs for credit institutions.
Services to individuals and schools
As an institution promoting the public interest, the National Bank performs numerous services for individuals and schools.
Services to central banks
The National Bank, acting as a member central bank of the Eurosystem, provides reserve management services to non-euro area countries or central banks or to international organisations.
Frequently asked questions about the activities of the National Bank