Doing business in the Netherlands

Coming to the Netherlands

Information about the basics for your business, such as business plan, legal structure, qualifications and taxes

Get started with this information on legal forms of business, permits, finding business premises, and more

This section deals with topics like business management, staff, environment, and international business

Here you will find information about closing down or selling your business

Starting a business in the Netherlands - how do you go about it? Watch our informative webinar.

The General Data Protection Regulation comes into force on 25 May 2018. Are you aware of all this entails for your business? Are you ready? Find out!

Could you use government funding for your innovative business (plans)? Use the Startup Box to find the right funding for your business.

Step-by-step guides for setting up a business in the Netherlands

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Subsidies, loans, tax schemes and other financing options

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Find out the most recent changes in Dutch laws, rules and regulations

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