In this review, we explain in clear language where CREG scores strongly and what points of interest you should take into account before choosing this electricity CREG Social Tariff.
| 1-2 people | €16 /mo |
| 3-4 people | €93 /mo |
| 5+ people | €198 /mo |
| Type of tariff plan | Indexed price |
| Customer service | Online only |
| Billing options | Digital only |
| Payment method | Direct debit only |
| Fixed fee | €0 /yr |
| Usage fee electricity | c€26.85 /kWh |
| Usage fee electricity (daytime) | c€26.85 /kWh |
| Usage fee electricity (night/w-e) | c€25.66 /kWh |
| Usage fee electricity (night only) | c€22.21 /kWh |
| Feed-In fee | - |
| Energy source | Non-renewable |
| Feed-in type | Indexed price |
| Energy sharing | - |
| Contract duration | Indefinite |
| Notice period | 1 month |
| Available in | Belgium |
| Target audience | Consumer |
| Tariff card | October 2026 |
CREG Social Tariff is a variable rate. We always make the best possible estimate of the annual price of each contract. We calculate these according to the expected energy prices for the next 12 months. However, prices may change due to changing market conditions or government decisions. The price calculation is based on october 2026 tariffs.
Evert E. — Energy expert
To make all these tariffs and prices a bit more tangible, you will find here an estimate of advance payment amount and final bill for each different consumption profile.
Electricity: 600 kWh
| Energiekost | |
|---|---|
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Vaste vergoeding
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€ 0 |
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Elekriciteitsprijs
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€ 161,11 |
| Subtotaal | € 161,11 |
| Taksen en Heffingen | |
| Subtotaal | € 30,48 |
| Jaartotaal | € 191,59 |
| Gem. per maand | € 15,97 |
Electricity: 3.500 kWh
| Energiekost | |
|---|---|
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Vaste vergoeding
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€ 0 |
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Elekriciteitsprijs
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€ 939,78 |
| Subtotaal | € 939,78 |
| Taksen en Heffingen | |
| Subtotaal | € 177,81 |
| Jaartotaal | € 1.117,59 |
| Gem. per maand | € 93,13 |
Electricity: 7.500 kWh
| Energiekost | |
|---|---|
|
Vaste vergoeding
|
€ 0 |
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Elekriciteitsprijs
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€ 2.013,82 |
| Subtotaal | € 2.013,82 |
| Taksen en Heffingen | |
| Subtotaal | € 365,70 |
| Jaartotaal | € 2.379,52 |
| Gem. per maand | € 198,29 |
Electricity: 600 kWh
| Energiekost | |
|---|---|
|
Vaste vergoeding
|
€ 0 |
|
Elekriciteitsprijs
|
€ 161,11 |
| Subtotaal | € 161,11 |
| Jaartotaal | € 161,11 |
| Gem. per maand | € 13,43 |
Electricity: 3.500 kWh
| Energiekost | |
|---|---|
|
Vaste vergoeding
|
€ 0 |
|
Elekriciteitsprijs
|
€ 939,78 |
| Subtotaal | € 939,78 |
| Jaartotaal | € 939,78 |
| Gem. per maand | € 78,32 |
Electricity: 7.500 kWh
| Energiekost | |
|---|---|
|
Vaste vergoeding
|
€ 0 |
|
Elekriciteitsprijs
|
€ 2.013,82 |
| Subtotaal | € 2.013,82 |
| Jaartotaal | € 2.013,82 |
| Gem. per maand | € 167,82 |
Electricity: 600 kWh
| Energiekost | |
|---|---|
|
Vaste vergoeding
|
€ 0 |
|
Elekriciteitsprijs
|
€ 161,11 |
| Subtotaal | € 161,11 |
| Jaartotaal | € 161,11 |
| Gem. per maand | € 13,43 |
Electricity: 3.500 kWh
| Energiekost | |
|---|---|
|
Vaste vergoeding
|
€ 0 |
|
Elekriciteitsprijs
|
€ 939,78 |
| Subtotaal | € 939,78 |
| Jaartotaal | € 939,78 |
| Gem. per maand | € 78,32 |
Electricity: 7.500 kWh
| Energiekost | |
|---|---|
|
Vaste vergoeding
|
€ 0 |
|
Elekriciteitsprijs
|
€ 2.013,82 |
| Subtotaal | € 2.013,82 |
| Jaartotaal | € 2.013,82 |
| Gem. per maand | € 167,82 |
VAT included. Monthly, annual and one-off charges are settled on a monthly basis.
How has the price of CREG Social Tariff evolved over the past period? Has the price increased, or has the kwh price decreased? And how does CREG Social Tariff compare with other tariffs in the market?
VAT included
CREG is Belgium’s federal energy regulator. It oversees the electricity and gas market and publishes information about tariffs, market functioning and energy policy. CREG does not sell energy contracts, but it plays an important role for households, businesses and professionals that want to understand the Belgian energy market better. CREG is mainly suitable as an information source for people looking for neutral guidance on electricity, gas and dual fuel, as well as official documents, studies and market data.
Forewarned is forearmed. CREG Social Tariff serves as the benchmark product in this comparison. In which areas does CREG Social Tariff outperform other electricity only prices, and in which not so much?
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An energy rate card summarises the most important information about an energy contract, such as the type of contract (fixed, variable or dynamic), the price per kWh, the fixed fee, any indexation formulas, duration and termination conditions. You will also find information on discounts, green electricity, injection tariffs for solar panels, network tariffs and an estimate of the annual cost. Here you will find an overview of all current and past rate cards of CREG Social Tariff.
Looking for older CREG rate cards, from 2022 or earlier? Contact us, our internal price list archive goes way back to 2012 (!). We will do our best to get you the right rate card.
Evert E. — Energy expert
Below you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about CREG Social Tariff. Is your question not listed? Feel free to contact us.
Yes, CREG Social Tariff is a indexed tariff of indefinite duration, i.e. the consumption price per kWh fluctuates every few month(s). The kWh price can therefore rise and fall during the term of your contract. CREG can alter the price formula at any moment, whilst giving a proper heads up to the customer. You can find all the price information and indexation formula in the tariff sheets.
When you switch suppliers, your new supplier CREG takes care of everything. They will contact both your local grid operator and your previous energy supplier. Your switch usually follows 30 days after your request, but you can also choose a switch date yourself up to 6 months in the future. If you have requested a new connection or move, CREG also takes care of everything, and then everything can be set up even faster.
Consumers are always entitled to a free cancellation period of 2 weeks after application. For this, you need to contact your new supplier yourself, or contact your current supplier and ask them to stop the switch. Business users are not entitled to 2 weeks' notice.
No, consumers in Belgium are still allowed to switch suppliers for free, and without giving any reason. You are not bound to a fixed contract duration. However, sometimes early termination means you lose your welcome discounts. We therefore advise you to remain a customer for at least one year before requesting an energy switch.
When the original contract term of 1 or 2 years is about to expire, CREG will notify you. In this, they will offer you a new contract proposal with the same or similar tariff plan. This is the moment you should definitely come and compare your energy contract again on DareToCompare.be.
CREG Social Tariff is available throughout Belgium.
