Changes in law and regulations 3rd quarter 2026
As an entrepreneur, you are faced with new and modified rules and laws. This page offers an overview of changes relevant to businesses during the 3rd quarter of 2026.Â
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Business management
The CER directive is meant to protect organisations against physical risks, such as the consequence of (terrorist) crimes, sabotage, and natural disasters. Read more.
As a result of the NIS2 directive, more business in important sectors will have obligations to increase cybersecurity and counter cyberattacks. Read more.
Childcare
The rules for childminding will change to improve the quality of childminding. And to make becoming a childminder more attractive. Read more.
Starting 1 July 2026 hildcare centres will formally be allowed to have half their staff consist of professionals in training. Read more.
To further improve the quality of care childminders will receive better guidance and training. There will also be changes in support and mediation. Read more.
Construction
The requirements for the environmental performance of buildings (Milieuprestatie-eisen voor gebouwen, MPG) have been tightened and extended. Read more.
Environmental impact
There will be stricter rules on sustainability claims. You are not allowed to make vague or false claims, and you must back up your sustainability with verifiable evidence. Read more.
International business
The exemption for e-commerce shipments with a value of up to €150 from outside the European Union (EU) has been abolished. Read more.
Products, services, and innovations
The Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) will enhance the security of products with digital elements. From 11 September 2026 you must report serious security issues and actively exploited vulnerabilities. Read more.
Do you manufacture or sell electronic products? New EU rules promote the repair of goods. See how this affects you.
Professional services
Telemarketers are no longer allowed to call current or former consumers without their consent. These stricter rules protect consumers from pressure to buy by phone. Read more.
Do you offer electronic communication services, online platforms, cloud storage, or services related to internet domains? Then you will have to follow the rules on digital evidence from the EU eEvidence legislation. Read more.
Retail and wholesale
Selling and setting off consumer fireworks in the Netherlands will be banned. Read more.
If you sell tobacco and related products, such as e-cigarettes, you have to register your sales outlet. Find out more.
Staff
Hirers and suppliers of temporary workers will be subject to new rules on reporting accidents at work. These parties will also be jointly responsible for the safety of agency workers. Read more.
Transport
Company vehicles with a maximum authorised weight of 2,500 kg or more that are used for international transport or cabotage must be fitted with a Smart Tachograph Type 2 (SMT2). Read more.
Owners of heavy trucks (over 3,500 kg) must pay a truck toll per kilometre driven. How much you will pay depends on the weight and emissions of your vehicle. Read more.
Do you want to know what has changed recently and what will change in the near future? Check all amendments and new regulations.