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Cooperative compliance and rulings in Holland

A characteristic feature of the tax system in the Netherlands is the option to consider the treatment of particular transactions or operations with the tax authorities in advance. The Tax Administration may give you advanced clearance. The National Tax Authorities can conclude two types of agreements with the taxpayers: an Advance Pricing Agreement (APA) or […]

Establish a Joint Venture in Holland

In Holland, a joint venture is an agreement between at least two companies to unite resources in order to pursue a common commercial goal. Each company keeps its identity and carries liability for the losses and profits of the venture. The investors involved in the creation of a Dutch joint venture first have to establish […]

The Dutch Tax Laws

If you reside in Holland or receive Dutch income, you need to follow the national laws on taxation. As a resident (living in Holland) or non-resident (foreign) taxpayer receiving Dutch income, you will need to pay income tax in Holland. Taxable Dutch income types The Dutch tax laws recognize 3 types of income that are […]

Open a Liaison Office in the Netherlands

International companies that do not reside in Holland can advertise their business interests and establish a presence in the country by opening a representative (liaison) office. According to the national law liaison offices are not classified as legal entities, since they do not function and exist independently; they are fully subordinated to and dependent on […]

The Dutch Participation Exemption for Holding Companies

An important aspect of the corporate tax system in the Netherlands is the special participation exemption according to which all capital gains and dividends generated by an eligible shareholding are exempted from taxes. Even though all companies residing in Holland are generally liable for CIT on their income generated worldwide, profits originating from an eligible […]

Mergers and Acquisitions in the Netherlands

The present article considers the steps leading to company mergers or acquisitions in Holland. One such step is an investigation called “due diligence” (or DD). It aims to elucidate the actual state of the respective company.  DD allows for the assessment of potential risks with the aim to inform the final decision about the transaction […]

The Innovation Box Tax Regime in the Netherlands

The tax law in the Netherlands offers a preferential regime for corporate taxation with the aim to promote activities related to investments in novel technologies and development of innovative technology. This is the Innovation Box (IB) regime. For profits meeting the requirements for IB, companies owe a total of 7% corporate tax, rather than the […]

The Netherlands: The True Gateway to the European Continent

Holland has long been attractive for entrepreneurs looking to establish a business due to numerous social, cultural and geographical factors. Its comparatively favorable tax climate is also an important prerequisite in the process of decision-making. Value Added Tax (VAT) Value Added Tax has a great influence on corporate cash flows. Generally, a business can request […]

Dutch Audit and Accounting

Holland has a well developed regulatory framework for private businesses, partnerships and corporations. The main elements of the framework consist of: clear rules on financial statements, auditing, and the publication of audits. Because of the clarity and relative simplicity of the regulations, corporations are able to have a stable base of operations where they can […]

The private limited company holding structure in the Netherlands

The Private Limited Company (BV in Dutch) holding structure saves money and mitigates business-related risks. As a minimum, the holding structure includes two companies: one is the active company performing business operations, and the other is a personal company holding shares issued by the active company. The law does not differentiate between BVs with respect […]

Dutch business operations

Headquarters in the Netherlands The Netherlands has a strategic central location with respect to the largest markets in Europe. The country is a veritable magnet for foreign businesses and firmly holds its place among the leading sites for regional or European headquarters. In this respect particularly the conurbation of Western Holland offers enough space and […]

Establishing a Dutch office

The present article describes the legal and tax aspects and some practical matters concerning office establishment in Holland. It summarizes information about the Dutch legal and tax system relevant to the required procedures. The article also presents Holland as an international centre of commerce and highlights the location advantages gained by opening a Dutch office. […]
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