Doing business in the Netherlands

Getting ready for doing business

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

Includes requirements for staying in the Netherlands, self-employment, business registration and finding business premises

Includes business management, staff, environmental issues, business location and international business

Information about closing down or selling your business

Includes food and beverages, flowers and plants, vehicles, medicines and animal feed

Includes accommodation, restaurants and bars, travel, tourism and leisure

Includes childcare business management, location and childcare staff

Includes building sites and constructions, environmental issues and health and safety

Government organisations that can help you with your business

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Subsidies and other financing options from the Dutch government

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Guides to quickly determine your obligations in the Netherlands

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