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Open a Trading Company in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is one of the main import/export locations in Europe. With its exceptional infrastructure and major ports, such as those in Rotterdam and Amsterdam, this country is a great place to set up a trading business. Those companies who engage in international trade will have easy access to Europe and the rest of the […]
Everything You Need To Know About The Dutch Company Register
When starting a business in the Netherlands one of the first steps is to enlist your business in the Dutch Company Register (Dutch: Kamer van Koophandel). This database can help you to search business names, activities, registration numbers, and accounting information. You can find out if a company you are engaging in business with is […]
Set up Dutch BV Company | Netherlands Incorporation Services
Are you looking to expand your business into Europe? The Netherlands offers one of the most strategic and tax-friendly environments for international companies, and the Dutch BV (private limited company) is your key to accessing this potential. Why Choose the Netherlands? The Dutch BV at a Glance 99% of foreign entrepreneurs choose the Dutch BV […]
Starting a Dutch Foundation
Starting a Dutch Foundation Thanks to the Netherlands’ loose government regulations and minimal taxation burdens, as well as their fair international codes, the Netherlands, provides entrepreneurs with a unique location to build a prosperous enterprise. If, however, one is unaware of the appropriate steps needed to found a Dutch foundation, they may easily breach the […]
Dutch Company Types
There are several types of legal entities (rechtsvormen) that entrepreneurs can establish in the Netherlands. They can be classified into two groups: Incorporated (compulsory legal form) and unincorporated (legal form is not mandatory). Our Netherlands-based company formation agents can assist you in selecting the correct company type for your business. Incorporated business structures (Rechtvorm met […]
Dutch VAT System: Rates, Rules, and Registration (2025)
The Netherlands uses a value-added tax system (VAT), which is named Belasting toegevoegde waarde (BTW) in Dutch. This system is very similar to the system that is used in other countries of the European Union. Not all transactions are subject to VAT, but in Holland, it is very common to charge this value-added tax. The […]
PRIVATE OR PUBLIC LIABILITY COMPANY (BV VS. NV)
Are you considering establishing a company in the Netherlands? One of your first and most crucial decisions will be choosing between a private limited liability company (BV) or a public limited liability company (NV). While both structures offer liability protection and international credibility, they serve distinctly different business purposes. The most popular corporate entity in […]
The Dutch Economy - Growth Through Green Resources
The Netherlands is a country that has always implemented eco-friendly laws and practices, largely due to the environmentally-conscious government. As an effect of the ‘green’ technologies that have been implemented in the country, statistics have shown that The Netherlands has experienced a great surge of financial success. The Netherlands has various natural resources, including natural […]
The Netherlands Ranked Fourth In The Global Competitiveness Index
In the recent Global Competitiveness Index, it was published that the Netherlands reached the fourth position on an international level. The index issued by the World Economic Forum showed that the country excelled in education, primary health, infrastructure and business etiquette. The country has fared well in recent years and managed to retain the same position […]
UK Businesses Start Companies In The Netherlands
In the wake of the Brexit referendum, entrepreneurs are taking steps to safeguard their businesses. Although Article 50 has not been invoked yet, many entrepreneurs are already planning how to secure the future of their business. Many United Kingdom based businesses have to cope with the economic uncertainties after the outcome of the Brexit referendum; […]
