Everything we know about Dutch BVs, written for founders.
Five flagship guides, 40+ supporting articles. All dated, all source-cited, no fluff.
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The non-resident founder's guide to Dutch BVs
Everything an international founder needs to form, own, and run a Dutch BV, from the apostille step to the first annual filing.
Read the guide TaxDutch BV tax in 2026
Corporate tax (Vpb), VAT, dividend withholding, DGA salary, the 30% ruling, all 2026 rates and rules, dated and source-cited.
Read the guide Holding & equityHolding structures, explained
Why founders set up two BVs from day one. Participation exemption, asset isolation, and why retrofitting later costs more.
Read the guide ComplianceThe Dutch BV compliance calendar
Month-by-month, every VAT return, Vpb deadline, jaarrekening filing and UBO update for a typical calendar-year BV.
Read the guide ComparisonsChoosing your EU jurisdiction: NL vs IE vs LU vs UK vs EE
A decision framework, not a sales pitch. When the Netherlands wins, and when it doesn't.
Read the guideThe full library.
Forming the BV
Taxes & VAT
Banking & operations
Holding & equity
Compliance & lifecycle
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Open the calculator Live toolArticle 23 cashflow simulator
See how much import VAT an Article 23 licence keeps in your account each period instead of pre-financing it at customs.
Open the simulator Live toolDGA salary check
Check your intended director-shareholder salary against the 2026 €58,000 customary-salary floor and the three-test rule.
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