Service of process / Official notification
Glossary
Service of process is the official delivery of a document or notification to a person, usually by a bailiff, in order to validly inform them from a legal point of view. It is commonly used for summonses, judgments, or other legal documents, and may, in certain cases, also be carried out by registered mail or through foreign bailiffs.
Updated: 19/03/2026
The definitions presented in this section reflect the Belgian context, unless stated otherwise. The texts are intended to summarise the concepts in everyday language and should not be regarded as exhaustive or definitive. Suggestions or adjustments may always be sent to glossary@tcm.be.
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