The Netherlands, with its innovative economy, full foreign ownership, fast incorporation, and EU access, is a top choice for entrepreneurs seeking growth and global success.
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Currency:
Euro (EUR)
Official Language:
Dutch (English widely used in business)
Ease of Doing Business Rank:
#42 (World Bank 2020)
Average Time to Set Up a Business:
3–5 working days
Corporate Tax Rate:
19% on first €200,000; 25.8% above that (2024)
VAT (Standard Rate):
21%
VAT Registration Threshold:
€0 (mandatory registration for any business conducting taxable activity)
Dividend Tax Rate:
15% (can be reduced by tax treaties)
Personal Income Tax Rate:
Progressive: 36.93%%E2%80%9349.5%
Company + Employer Contributions:
~27.65% (employer), ~27.65% (employee)
Minimum Share Capital:
€0.01 for B.V. (private limited company)
Bank Account Requirements:
Mandatory for tax and registration
Accounting Requirements:
Monthly/quarterly VAT returns, annual financial statements
Audit Requirements:
Required if 2 of 3 conditions met: assets > €6M, revenue > €12M, >50 employees
Business License Requirements:
Required for regulated sectors (e.g., finance, healthcare, logistics)
Immigration Policy:
Business visa, startup visa, residence permit for self-employed or directors
Compliance Requirements:
Annual filing at KVK, tax compliance, labor law adherence
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