The term ‘Courtage’ is now frequently used as a synonym for a broker’s commission. The term ‘commission’ refers to the fee payable for brokering a transaction between two third parties. The broker’s commission is only payable upon fulfilment of the contract. The → Insurance broker receives the commission in return for the services they provide.

Source reference: See the VDT publication “VDT Article Series, Part 5 | Glossary“ and the source cited there.