Statistics Belgium (abbreviated Statbel formerly known as the NSI) is part of the Federal Public Service Economy, SMEs, Self-Employed and Energy.
It uses and processes existing administrative databases (the national register) and provides data to Belgian and international authorities and organisations.
Its main mission can be summarized in three words: collecting, processing and disseminating relevant, reliable and commented data on Belgian society.
Indirect data collection refers to the use of administrative files (NSSO, VAT, Crossroads Bank for Enterprises...).
By aggregating and comparing different types of data, Statistics Belgium adds value to initial figures.