Category: Netherlands
A growing amount of African entrepreneurs are setting up companies in the Netherlands
With Brexit being a main topic during the past years, it’s easy to overlook other countries and economies in relation to the Netherlands. Just like many British companies, there is a substantial amount of African business owners who have made the decision to move their companies to Holland or set up a subsidiary here. Due […]
9 Key sectors in the Netherlands offering interesting business opportunities
Would you like to expand your business operations internationally, preferably to a European Union member state? Then the Netherlands is one of the most profitable and welcoming places you could possibly choose. Being ranked in the top 5 of the lowest corporate income tax rates in Europe, you can easily establish a Dutch company here […]
How to open an online casino in the Netherlands?
A possibly very interesting and lucrative business idea would be to start up an online casino in the Netherlands in the near future. Until very recently, there were only 14 physical casinos in the Netherlands. These were all state-owned, meaning the private sector didn’t have any access to the casino sector. Since 2019 these conditions […]
A complete guide to company acquisitions in the Netherlands
Sometimes entrepreneurs set up a company, but later find out they chose the wrong sector, didn’t invest enough in certain projects, went down a wrong road or simply underestimated their capacity for success. There are other factors that can lead to the demise of a company, such as incorrect business practices or personal problems. In […]
What does Dutch BTW (VAT) mean for your business?
If you are a foreign company with a Dutch branch office or subsidiary, then you also fall under the Dutch VAT regulations. The Dutch word for VAT is BTW, which is the turnover tax you charge your clients. All Dutch companies have unique VAT identification numbers. These changed for all sole proprietorships on January 1, […]
Registration company with the Dutch Tax Authorities
If you are planning to establish a branch office in the Netherlands or are otherwise interested in starting a Dutch company, you will need to follow some standard steps in order to realize this goal. One of these steps entails registering your company or branch office with the national tax authorities. This will enable you […]
Export & import in the Netherlands: a short guide
Looking to expand your trading operations into the European Union and beyond? Through the Netherlands, you gain immediate access to Europe's largest markets and a worldwide network of traders, suppliers, and customers. As your trusted partner, Intercompany Solutions helps establish your Dutch company or subsidiary with efficiency and expertise. Import & export from abroad In […]
New VAT rules for e-commerce in the EU from the 1st of July 2021
If you want your Dutch e-commerce company to do business in the entire European Union, you will have to deal with different VAT rules than those that apply if you only deliver to customers in the Netherlands. A number of basic rules apply to VAT in the EU. This includes certain threshold amounts for the […]
The Netherlands is still an attractive destination: even during Corona times
With worldwide lockdowns and infrastructural restrictions, it proved to be very tough for many companies and entrepreneurs to keep operating on a normal scale. In the UK specifically, Brexit also makes business as usual very difficult. Due to Brexit, companies in the UK can no longer profit from the free movement of services and goods […]
Opening a cannabis industry company in the Netherlands
Have you ever considered starting a company in the Netherlands in the soft drug industry? Then there are a lot of things you should know beforehand, as you otherwise might be confronted with the risk of criminal charges. The sale and possession of drugs is technically a criminal offense by law. In order to reduce […]
Starting an Amazon store in the Netherlands
The biggest e-commerce giant Amazon has become increasingly popular in the last years. Many starting and experienced entrepreneurs have started selling their goods with their own Amazon store. Since 10 March 2020, Amazon has expanded to The Netherlands. Bringing new opportunities for online vendors to start their business in the Netherlands. Bol.com is currently the […]
Want to start a business in CBD oil in the Netherlands?
During the past decade, alternatives to modern medicine have become exponentially popular. CBD oil especially has made quite the impact on society, as a very large amount of different illnesses and symptoms can apparently be alleviated or even cured with CBD oil. Of course this has also had an impact on the commercial market, as […]
