Doing business in the Netherlands

Coming to the Netherlands

Information on qualifications, permits, visa and other documents you may need when coming to the Netherlands

Information on getting started, like writing a business plan, choosing a legal form, and registering your business

Information on business management, staff, environmental impact, innovation, international business, and more

Information on closing down or selling your business, and what to do in case of bankruptcy

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 doing 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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