{"id":4013,"date":"2026-02-23T17:12:22","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T17:12:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/?p=4013"},"modified":"2026-02-23T17:12:24","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T17:12:24","slug":"register-a-company-in-netherlands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/immigrate-to-netherlands\/register-a-company-in-netherlands\/","title":{"rendered":"Register a Company in Netherlands"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Register a company in Netherlands is one of the most popular ways to <a href=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/immigrate-to-netherlands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">immigration to Netherlands<\/a> for entrepreneurs and business owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dutch law requires a valid residence permit for most entrepreneurial activities if you plan to reside in the country, manage the business, or perform work. Registration with the Netherlands Chamber of Commerce (KVK) is mandatory for most businesses, but it usually requires a BSN (Citizen Service Number) and a residence permit first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The process involves 2 main steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get a residence permit (via IND \u2013 Immigration and Naturalisation Service)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Register the company at KVK (after arriving or meeting prerequisites)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, explain everything in detail. First of all, let\u2019s see the company&#8217;s legal structures:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-legal-structure-of-companies-in-the-netherlands\">Legal Structure of Companies in the Netherlands<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Dutch system divides business structures into 2 main categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Without legal personality (you are the business; personal liability applies)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With legal personality (the business is a separate legal entity; liability protection applies)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-1&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-1\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">\u2705Structures Without Legal Personality<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-1\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sole Proprietorship (Eenmanszaak)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best for: Freelancers, small businesses, one-person operations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Owned by one person<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No minimum capital<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fast and inexpensive to register<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are personally liable for all debts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>General Partnership (Vennootschap onder firma \u2013 VOF)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best for: Two or more founders running a business together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Partners share profits and liabilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No minimum capital<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Limited Partnership (Commanditaire vennootschap \u2013 CV)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best for: Businesses with active partners + silent investors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>General partners \u2192 full liability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limited partners \u2192 liability limited to their investment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Professional Partnership (Maatschap)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best for: Lawyers, doctors, architects, accountants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Partners share profits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each partner liable for their own professional mistakes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-2&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-2\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">\u2705Structures With Legal Personality<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-2\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Private Limited Company (Besloten vennootschap \u2013 BV)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Most popular choice for foreign entrepreneurs.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Separate legal entity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Liability limited to company assets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No minimum capital (can start with \u20ac0.01)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shares privately held (not publicly traded)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Public Limited Company (Naamloze vennootschap \u2013 NV)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best for: Large companies planning to issue public shares.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum capital: \u20ac45,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shares can be publicly traded<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Association (Vereniging)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best for: Clubs, sports groups, member organizations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Members, board, and bylaws<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can be commercial or non-commercial<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cooperative (Co\u00f6peratie)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best for: Groups of entrepreneurs sharing resources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pros: Flexible profit distribution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Popular for holding structures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Foundation (Stichting)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best for: Nonprofits, holding assets, estate planning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No owners or shareholders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can own a business or assets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Often used for charities or holding structures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-register-a-company-in-netherlands-phase-1-obtain-a-residence-permit\">Register a Company in Netherlands<br>Phase 1: Obtain a Residence Permit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You have 2 main options as an entrepreneur or business owner:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-option-1-dutch-start-up-residence-permit-recommended-for-innovative-businesses\">Option 1: Dutch Start-Up Residence Permit (Recommended for Innovative Businesses)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/immigrate-to-netherlands\/netherlands-startup-visa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Netherlands start-up visa<\/a> is a 1-year permit for non-EU founders launching a scalable, technology-based startup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Eligibility Requirements<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your idea must be innovative<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must partner with a recognized Dutch facilitator and sign an agreement for support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sufficient financial means to support yourself (aligned with general living costs; check current IND requirements)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No criminal record, valid passport, etc<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2705 Tips: This route is faster and more supportive than the other option (self-employed path). Use RVO&#8217;s resources for getting the facilitator list and support programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-option-2-self-employed-persons-residence-permit\">Option 2: Self-Employed Persons Residence Permit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nethrlands self-employed visa is suitable for non-innovative businesses, freelancers, or established entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key Eligibility Criteria<\/strong> (2026 updates):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The business plan must show economic benefit to NL<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of sufficient income: Gross profit at least \u20ac1,734.57 per month (including holiday allowance) from Jan\u2013Jun 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Qualifications\/experience relevant to the business<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some cases require minimum capital investment (e.g., \u20ac4,500 for certain forms)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-register-a-company-in-netherlands-phase-2-registration-at-kvk\">Register a Company in Netherlands<br>Phase 2: Registration at KVK<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have a residence permit and BSN, register at KVK. This is mandatory if you supply goods\/services for profit independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prerequisites<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Valid residence permit (non-EU)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a BSN (get at municipality after arrival; or RNIBSN for short stays)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a physical address in the Netherlands&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose an unique trade name (check via KVK Name Check tool)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose legal structure (use tool at <a href=\"http:\/\/business.gov.nl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">business.gov.nl<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-register-a-company-in-netherlands-step-by-step\">How to Register a Company in Netherlands: Step-by-Step<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"step 1\" class=\"wp-image-3601\" style=\"width:70px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prepare: Dutch address proof, ID, business details (activities, SBI code).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"step 2\" class=\"wp-image-3600\" style=\"width:70px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fill online KVK form (personal + business info).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"step 3\" class=\"wp-image-3599\" style=\"width:70px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bookan in-person appointment at KVK office (mandatory).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3598\" style=\"width:70px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Attend appointment: Bring documents; get KVK number immediately.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/5-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3597\" style=\"width:70px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/5-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/5-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/5-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/5-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/5.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pay one-time fee (invoiced after; amount not fixed on site \u2013 check current).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/6-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3596\" style=\"width:70px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/6-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/6-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/6-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/6-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/sugimotovisa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/6.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Automatic transfer to Tax Administration (Belastingdienst) \u2192 receive VAT numbers by post (VAT ID for invoices, VAT tax number for admin).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-note-tips-and-warnings\">Final Note: Tips and Warnings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use \u201cbusiness.gov.nl\u201d personal to-do list and step-by-step plan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Starting from abroad: See business.gov.nl\/starting-your-business\/starting-situations\/starting-a-business-in-the-netherlands-from-abroad\/.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get professional help: Immigration consultant + notary (for BV) + accountant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Penalties for non-compliance are high.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check permits\/licenses for your sector (e.g., food, health).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tools: Legal structure chooser, Name Check, to-do list.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1769691403522\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can a foreigner start a company in the Netherlands?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, third-country nationals (non-EU\/EEA) can start a company, but you need a valid residence permit (e.g., startup or self-employed) to register at KVK and legally operate\/manage it.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1769691410519\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How much does it cost to register a company in the Netherlands?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The KVK one-time registration fee is \u20ac85.15 (from 1 January 2026); for BV add notary fees (\u20ac500\u2013\u20ac1,500+), and total setup often \u20ac1,000\u2013\u20ac3,000+ depending on structure.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1769691416710\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I register my company in the Netherlands?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Get a Dutch address and BSN, choose a legal structure and unique name, fill the online KVK form, book an in-person appointment at a KVK office, and attend with ID\/address proof to receive your KVK number immediately.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1769691431317\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How long does it take to register a company in the Netherlands?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The in-person KVK appointment is quick (often same day), giving you the KVK number immediately; preparation, booking, and full setup (including notary for BV) can take days to weeks.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1769691450285\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the 30% rule in the Netherlands?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The 30% ruling is a tax benefit for highly skilled expats recruited from abroad, allowing employers to pay 30% of salary tax-free as reimbursement for extraterritorial costs (up to 5 years, with 2026 salary norms: min \u20ac48,013 gross, max untaxed \u20ac78,600).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1769691457100\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is $5000 enough to start a business?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes for a simple sole proprietorship (eenmanszaak) with minimal costs, but you\u2019ll need extra for residence permit fees, living expenses, and potential notary\/bank setup if choosing BV or scaling up.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1769691475527\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How much tax do companies pay in the Netherlands?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Corporate income tax is 19% on taxable profits up to \u20ac200,000 and 25.8% on amounts above (unchanged in 2026; applies to BVs and similar entities; sole proprietors pay personal income tax instead).<\/p> <\/div> 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