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The Creative Industry in The Netherlands
The Netherlands is the birthplace of some of the most influential artists of the last centuries. Historical artists like Rembrandt, Mondrian and Escher have obtained worldwide recognition for their priceless artworks. There has been a very vibrant artistic and creative community up until this day in the Netherlands, with Dutch cities serving as creative hubs […]

The IT and Technological Industry
Directly opposite farming and agriculture is the highly advanced Dutch IT and tech sector. Due to the large amount of citizens living on a small space of land, the Netherlands is the most wired country in the entire EU. This proves to be a fantastic environment for tech innovators and IT businesses due to it […]

The Agriculture and Food Industry in The Netherlands
From innovative greenhouse technology to sustainable farming practices, the Netherlands has transformed itself into an agricultural miracle that defies its modest size. Despite being just one-third the size of New York State, this small European nation has become the world's second-largest agricultural exporter, demonstrating how cutting-edge technology and efficient land use can revolutionize food production. […]

Dutch BV: Setup, Benefits, Requirements
Are you looking for effective ways to expand your company internationally? And would you like to acquire a foothold in the European Union (EU) area? Setting up a Dutch company will provide you with all these opportunities and many more substantial benefits. Trading from the Netherlands is a near-guarantee for success due to the strategic […]

CORPORATE STRUCTURE COMPARISON IN THE NETHERLANDS
The most popular legal entity in the Netherlands is by far the private limited liability company. Almost all our clients choose this company type, as it matches well with almost all business ideas and goals. In addition to the private limited liability company, you can also choose to incorporate a public limited liability company. Although […]

Setting up a business in the Netherlands under the Ankara Agreement
If you want to start a company in the Netherlands as a foreigner, there are different sets of rules you will have to comply to. When you are a resident of the European Union (EU), you can generally set up a business without any permits or visa. If you come from a different country, however, […]

7 Basic tips for every starting entrepreneur
There is currently a lot of movement globally, when it comes to doing business. The recent changes in the world and political and economic unrest have resulted in massive company relocations. This doesn’t just entail small businesses, as many well-known multinational corporations have also established headquarters and branch offices in Europe. The Netherlands remains one […]

The Dutch “Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Act” – and how to comply
When you aspire to start a business overseas, you should take into account that you will be subjected to entirely new international laws and regulations, which are often much different than the prevalent ones in your home country. This means, that you should always research the country you would like to establish a new business […]

The physical infrastructure in the Netherlands ranked 3rd worldwide, according to the World Economic Forum
It’s quite well known that the Netherlands has one of the best infrastructures in the world. The quality of Dutch roads is nearly unmatched, and all necessary commodities for businesses are always in close proximity due to the relatively small size of the country. You can literally travel to Schiphol airport and the port of […]

What the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) means for your company
Privacy is a very big deal nowadays, especially since worldwide massive digitalization happened. The way our data is handled needs to be supervised and regulated in order to prevent certain individuals from misusing or even stealing it. Did you know that privacy is even a human right? Personal data is extremely sensitive and prone to […]

The rights, obligations, and structure of the Dutch private limited company (BV)
When we register Dutch companies for foreign entrepreneurs, by far the largest number of legal entities established are Dutch BVs. This is also known as a private limited company in foreign countries. The reasons why this is such a popular legal entity are many, such as the lack of personal liability for any debts you […]

Is it possible to create your own cryptocurrency?
Can I create my own cryptocurrency? Yes, you can create your own cryptocurrency by: Each method varies in complexity, cost, and control. Since the Bitcoin white paper was published in 2008 by the mysterious character known as Satoshi Nakamoto, crypto has literally taken the meaning of ‘currency’ to a whole new level. Until today, almost […]