Doing business in the Netherlands

Coming to the Netherlands

Information on permits, visa and qualifications you need when coming to the Netherlands as an entrepreneur

Starting your business

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

Running your business

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

Prinsjesdag (Budget Day) 2018

Changes for entrepreneurs

On 18 September, the Dutch government presented its plans for 2019. Find out what the opening of the new parliamentary year means for you as an entrepreneur.

Increase low VAT tariff

How can you prepare?

The low VAT tariff is set to increase from 6 to 9% per 1 January 2019. Here's how you can prepare your business for the transition.

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Starting a business in the Netherlands

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

Business sectors

Financing your business

Information on subsidies, tax schemes, government funding, private loans, and other financing options

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Changes in law and regulations

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

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What does Brexit mean for you?

If you do business with the UK, be sure to prepare for Brexit

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