Category: Dutch Company
Start a Business in the High Tech Industry of the Netherlands
The Dutch high technology industry is one of the most inventive worldwide due to the modern facilities and the innovations in the field of development and research. The Dutch high-tech products and expertise are in high demand and are subject to global export. In case you are interested in starting a business in the Dutch […]
Start a Business in the Dutch Chemical Industry
The Netherlands is among the largest providers of chemical services and products in Europe. The necessary materials are readily available or easily accessible, while the extensive national network for transportation facilitates travel on the continent and overseas. If you are interested in establishing a company in the chemical industry of the Netherlands, please do not […]
Register an Association in the Netherlands
If a group of individuals wants to fulfil a particular goal, for example, all members want to participate in a given sport, make music or improve a shopping area, they have the option to establish an association (vereniging) that is a type of legal entity. Main characteristics of the Dutch association Associations in the Netherlands […]
Bankruptcy in the Netherlands
If you are an owner of a Dutch business but at some point, you become unable to cover your company’s debts, you may petition for bankruptcy in front of the Dutch court. For this purpose, you need to fill out a form (in Dutch) either personally or on behalf of the company that you represent. […]
Open an Energy Company in the Netherlands
Holland has a good standing with respect to energy efficiency and renewable energy and leads the charts for greenhouse farming, processing of biomass and wind energy in marine environments. The energy industry provides a substantial part of the national income, employment and exports of the country. Therefore the Dutch government has adopted a modern industrial […]
Form a Cooperative in the Netherlands
Advantages of working in a cooperative In case you are planning to use the advantages of cooperative work, such as pooled marketing and purchasing efforts, one of the options is to register an entity called “coöperatie” or cooperative. This form of entity is also useful if you are dealing with increasing workloads or have health […]
Sole Proprietorship in the Netherlands (Eenmanszaak)
A sole proprietorship is also called a one-man business or sole trader. Registering such a business guarantees your full independence as its owner and founder. The proprietorship can have more members working for it and employ staff, but its owner is only one. Establish a Sole Proprietorship in the Netherlands A sole proprietorship can be established […]
Professional Partnership in the Netherlands (Maatschap)
Characteristics of the Dutch Professional Partnership In the context of the Dutch law, the “maatschap” or professional partnership is different from the other forms of partnership (general and limited) as it represents a cooperation of professionals, e.g. accountants, physicians, lawyers, dentists or accountants, and its main goal is not the joint performance of business activities. […]
Franchise Agreements in the Netherlands
Franchising is a contractual mechanism through which an entity (franchisor) issues a paid license for use of its business practices and systems and/or its commercial name to another entity (franchisee). Dutch laws on franchise agreements The Dutch legislation does not address franchise agreements specifically, so the general provisions of the law on contracts and competition applies. […]
Open a General Partnership in the Netherlands (VOF)
The Venootschap Onder Firma (VOF) or General Partnership is a company established by a minimum of 2 members through an agreement registered with the Commercial Chamber (Trade Registry). This entity is commonly translated as “company with partners”. The General Partnership should not be confused with the Professional Partnership which represents cooperations of professionals where the […]
The Difference Between a Dutch Branch and Subsidiary
When registering a Dutch company investors have the option to set up either a branch or a subsidiary. The particular circumstances regarding the interests of the international firm may definitely determine the final choice of legal entity. However certain aspects have to be considered when choosing between a Dutch subsidiary and a Dutch branch. The general […]
Notaries in the Netherlands
Dutch notaries are members of the KNB (The Royal Association of Latin Notaries). They provide specific services different from the ones offered by other law practitioners, including attorneys, lawyers and tax advisors. Their most important features are their independence and impartiality. They might also be referred to as Public Notary Netherlands or Notary Public. Dutch […]
