Doing business in the Netherlands

Coming to the Netherlands

What do you need to come to the Netherlands as an entrepreneur? Find information on permits, visa, regulated professions and qualifications.

Starting your business

How do you start your business? Find checklists and info on writing a business plan, choosing a legal structure and registration.

Running your business

How do you manage your business? It's all here: taxes, staff, innovation, international business, environment, regulations, and more.

Permits and visa

Coming to the Netherlands as an entrepreneur

Are you coming to the Netherlands as an entrepreneur or self-employed person? Use this quick and easy tool to find out what visa and permits you require.

New Dutch laws in 2020

Keep up with new Dutch laws and rules

As of 1 January 2020, several laws in the Netherlands come into effect or have been amended. Find out if they affect you as a business owner.

KVK Export New Markets tool

Find your export countries

Want to start or expand your export activities? Use the KVK Export New Markets tool to find the countries most suited to your wishes.

Balance Employment Market Act

Prepare for the WAB before 1 January 2020

Do you employ flex or on-call workers? Then you need to get ready for the Balance Employment Market Act (WAB). Use our checklist to find out what to do.