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Netherlands Company Formation
Start a Dutch BV as a Non-Resident in 3 to 5 Days
- Fully remote - no travel required.
- Handled by our Dutch legal and tax experts.
- We've helped over 2,000 foreign entrepreneurs since 2017.
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Download brochureKey advantages of company formation in Netherlands
The Netherlands is one of Europe's most attractive countries for company formation. The country provides a stable legal system and attractive 19% starting tax rate. Along with this, founders benefit with direct access to the EU's 450 million consumers, without relocating or hiring locally.
That's why non-residents use Holland as their base for trading, holding structures, and e-commerce, supported by Rotterdam's port and Schiphol's flight network.
Corporate tax rate starting at 19%
Profits up to €200,000 are taxed at 19%. Profits above that move to 25.8%.
Access to the EU single market
A Dutch BV trades across all 27 EU states. No separate registrations required.
Over 95 active tax treaties
Holland has signed treaties with over 95 countries. Cross-border withholding tax drops or disappears.
Advanced infrastructure
Highly developed banking, logistics, and digital infrastructure.
Transparent legal system
Dutch corporate law is codified and enforced by an independent judiciary.
International credibility
A Dutch entity signals EU-based, regulated operations to banks, suppliers, and clients.
Why choose Intercompany Solutions?
From our Rotterdam head office, we've helped over 2,000 non-resident entrepreneurs set up and manage Dutch BV companies from the UK, USA, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Company formation is one part of what we do; most clients stay with us for accounting, VAT, and payroll after incorporation.
Incorporation in 3–5 working days
100% remote company formation
For non-resident entrepreneurs
Experience with cross-border structures
Trusted by over 2,000+ international founders
Legal, tax, and notary expertise under one roof
Common types of Dutch business structures
There are many types of business structures in the Netherlands including a BV, NV and sole proprietorship. Most non-resident founders default to a BV company formation in Holland. It's the only structure here that combines limited liability protection and a minimum share capital of just €0.01.
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Our simple Netherlands company formation process
Four steps take you from your first conversation to a fully registered Dutch company. You simply need to send your documents once and our specialist team handles the notary and the KvK process from there.
Step 1
Free consultation
We review your business goals and confirm whether a BV fits your structure, at no cost.
Step 2
Identity verification
You send us a valid ID for every director, shareholder, and ultimate beneficial owner, along with your completed Holland company formation form.
Step 3
Verification and preparation
We check your documents, run compliance checks, and prepare the documents to be sent to the notary.
Step 4
Notary and registration
Our partner notary signs your deed of incorporation and files your company with the KvK (Dutch Chamber of Commerce).
Economic Opportunities in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is one of Europe's leading business hubs, offering international companies direct access to the European market through a stable and highly developed economy.
Gateway to the European Union
Seamless access to the EU single market, enabling cross-border trade and expansion.
Business-friendly environment
Transparent regulations, competitive tax structure, and strong legal framework.
Skilled and international workforce
Highly educated, multilingual professionals supporting global operations.
The Netherlands consistently ranks among the top European countries for international business, making it an ideal base for companies expanding into Europe.
Dutch company formation - FAQs
A Dutch BV (besloten vennootschap) is the Netherlands' equivalent of a private limited company. It gives shareholders limited liability, meaning your personal assets stay protected if the company runs into debt. A BV can be formed by a single shareholder and director with no minimum capital beyond €0.01. It's the default structure for most non-resident founders.
Costs for a remote company formation in the Netherlands costs a fixed fee of €2,299. This includes notary fees, legalisation, and Chamber of Commerce registration, including the KVK registration fee. With ICS all government levies are included, with no hidden fees. All incorporation costs are tax-deductible business expenses. Discounts may apply when combining services such as accounting or company secretarial support.
The corporate tax rate in the Netherlands is 19% on taxable profits up to €200,000, rising to 25.8% above that threshold. This two-tier structure keeps the effective rate low for small and growing companies.
Yes, non-residents can fully own and operate a Dutch company without living in the Netherlands. In most cases, the entire company formation process can be completed remotely using a power of attorney.
To start a business in the Netherlands, you choose a legal structure, prepare your identity documents, and register with the KvK (the Dutch Chamber of Commerce). For a BV, a notary handles the incorporation and registration in one step. Your VAT number follows from the Belastingdienst, the Dutch Tax Administration. This process can take 2-4 weeks for a decision for foreign-owned companies.
The minimum share capital for a Dutch BV is €0.01. This has been the legal minimum since the 2012 Flex-BV reform removed the previous €18,000 requirement. You can incorporate with this nominal amount and still receive full limited liability protection as a shareholder.
No, you don't need to travel to the Netherlands to start a company. BV incorporation can be completed entirely remotely, using a notarized power of attorney instead of an in-person signing. Most non-resident founders never visit the Netherlands during the company incorporation process.
To start a Dutch company, you need a valid ID for every director, shareholder, and ultimate beneficial owner (UBO), plus a completed company formation form. If a shareholder is a foreign company rather than an individual, you'll also need that company's incorporation documents and an extract from its home-country registry.
Starting a company in the Netherlands with Intercompany Solutions typically takes 3–5 business days, depending on document verification and notary scheduling. Incorporation, Chamber of Commerce (KvK) registration, and VAT application are usually completed within this timeframe. Intercompany Solutions
Yes, a Dutch BV can be fully owned by a foreign individual or corporate entity. This structure is called a subsidiary, and it follows the same incorporation process as any BV, just with a corporate shareholder instead of an individual. It's the standard route for international groups adding a Dutch entity without merging it into their existing company.
Disclaimer: Intercompany Solutions is a private legal and accounting firm. We are not a government authority and do not issue official documents, approvals, or licenses. All official filings with the Chamber of Commerce are carried out by our licensed Dutch notary partner firms.
In the media
Intercompany Solutions has been featured by CBC News (The National) for its work supporting international entrepreneurs entering the Dutch market.
In the segment, Intercompany Solutions provides insight into the Netherlands' business climate, while showcasing how we guide foreign clients, such as Brian McKenzie, through critical steps like notarial incorporation.
This recognition reflects our position as a trusted partner for company formation and business expansion in the Netherlands, relied upon by entrepreneurs worldwide.
We combine hands-on expertise with strict compliance standards to deliver reliable, transparent, and high-quality corporate services.
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Intercompany Solutions has been recognized by leading international media and industry platforms for its expertise in Dutch company formation and corporate services.
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Official sources
Rules and figures on this page follow the official sources below. We check them at every review.
- KVK - a Dutch BV can be incorporated with a share capital of EUR 0,01 (no statutory minimum since 2012); EUR 1 is commonly advised in practice
- Dutch Civil Code, Book 2 art. 2:178 - share capital of a BV (wetten.overheid.nl)
- KVK - registering a business in the Netherlands
- Belastingdienst - corporate income tax rates (19% up to EUR 200,000 and 25.8% above)
- Belastingdienst - VAT tariffs in the Netherlands (21%, 9% and 0%)