Administration & compliance
Your business is expanding to the Netherlands, you have a solid business plan and the first steps towards your Dutch business structure have been made. But are you aware of your administrative obligations? And your obligations as an employer in the Netherlands? And do you know what else you need to bear in mind as a foreign business in the Netherlands? Our advisors discuss matters such as accounting obligations, work permits, VAT and invoices.
This page contains information about inbound growth: expansion to the Netherlands from abroad. If you are looking for information on expanding abroad from the Netherlands, please read more about outbound growth here.
Employer obligations in the Netherlands
If you hire a Dutch employee, you will face several obligations as an employer. These obligations may also apply if you have your non-Dutch personnel work in the Netherlands. What do you need to do as an employer? Expert Tamara van den Broek discusses a number of important steps.
The financial statements
Almost all Dutch legal entities are obligated to prepare financial statements. Depending on matters such as the size and turnover, an audit may be mandatory. Our accountants explain the obligations and deadlines, when you can use Dutch GAAP or IFRS, and when consolidated financial statements are required.
Work permits
As an employer, you must ensure your employees’ work permits are in order. If you have foreign personnel working in the Netherlands, make sure you know which permits are needed. When is a work permit required? And what kinds of special work permits does the Netherlands have? Our Employment Advisory experts explain the rules.
The 30% ruling for expats
If you hire specialised staff from abroad, the 30% ruling may offer an attractive benefit for both employer and employee. What are the conditions for the 30% ruling? What benefit does it yield for the employer? Global Mobility experts Tamara van den Broek discusses the 30% ruling for incoming employees.
VAT and invoices
If you are doing business in the Netherlands, you will probably receive purchase invoices that include VAT. You may also encounter reverse charge VAT. As soon as you receive a purchase invoice, you should determine whether the invoice is correct and meets all the legal requirements. What are the rules for VAT invoices? Our experts explain the key points.
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