THE NETHERLANDS

Founding member of the European Union, the OECD and the World Trade Organization, emphasizing it’s role at the heart of Europe. Holland is  7th largest economy in Europe, a trade and investment policy that’s one of the most liberal in the world and world-leading in it’s international business climate with the local population of which 95% is well versed with English language.

  • Tax benefits: 20% corporation tax, one of the lowest tax rates in Europe
    0% VAT for business between EU member states
  • Less risks: Nuclear member of the EU, high-tech infrastructure and excellent international business climate
  • Banking Facilities: Leading world banks (ING bank, ABN Amro, Rabobank)
  • Perfect Location: The Netherlands is a logistic hub as a gateway to Europe
    with  qualified employees and 93% English-speaking natives
  • Benefits: Possibility of business immigration and possibility of distance company formation
Types of Netherlands’ companies
  • The Dutch BV (public limited company) is the most popular type of company in the Netherlands for foreign investors. It can be registered with a minimum share capital of EUR 1, in accordance with company law. A Dutch BV is regarded as a taxpayer in the Netherlands.
  • Limited liability company may have shareholders and directors of companies. In the case of corporate shareholders, the Dutch company will be a subsidiary. It is also possible to register a Dutch branch; a branch has less content than a subsidiary and can be treated differently by the Dutch tax authorities. The substance can come from the appointment of a resident director.
  • The Dutch Foundation is a legal entity. Dutch foundations can be used as commercial entities, family funds and holding entities. The foundation can hold shares and real estate, it can strive for profit.
  • The Netherlands NV company (public limited company), is a legal entity that is most suitable for large companies and investments. It requires a minimum share capital of EUR 45,000. The Dutch NV company is controlled by a board of directors for daily decisions.



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