Business Setup

US Tech Company Expansion to Europe: A Strategic Guide for SaaS and IoT Product Lines

15 May 2025
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Who This Guide Is For This comprehensive guide is specifically designed for: Using the case study of a US company with both SaaS and IoT sensor product lines, this guide […]

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Foreign Vehicle Agreements and Dutch Transport Licenses

01 May 2025
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Case Study: Romanian “Comodat” vs. Dutch Requirements A recent client inquiry highlighted an important consideration for transport entrepreneurs using foreign vehicle arrangements while operating a Dutch company. The Scenario Our […]

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Legal Representation Requirements for Non-EU Food Supplement Sellers

23 April 2025
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Challenge A Canadian entrepreneur wants to sell vitamin gummies through Instagram across multiple EU countries. They plan to set up a French entity and use the One-Stop Shop (OSS) for […]

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Do German GmbHs Require a Resident Director?

10 April 2025
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While technically a German GmbH (private limited company) doesn’t legally mandate a resident director, there’s an important practical consideration for business owners: Tax residency status requires effective management to occur […]

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Setting Up a Company in Ireland as a Non-Resident Entrepreneur (2025)

04 February 2025
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Ireland has become one of Europe’s go-to spots for international business, especially in tech and digital. Why? Simple tax rules, direct access to the EU single market, strong US connections, […]

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Guide to DAFT treaty for US citizens moving to the Netherlands (2025)

03 February 2025
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In recent years, Europe has become an increasingly attractive destination for American entrepreneurs and professionals. The Economist recently reported that factors such as remote work opportunities, concerns about gun violence, […]

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Start up an e-commerce business in the Netherlands

02 December 2024
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The Netherlands has one of the most well-developed e-commerce infrastructures in the world. Even more than in other Western European countries, Dutch people are extremely used to buying goods and […]

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Business Registration Time and Cost – Country Ranking

27 November 2024
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The landscape of business registration across 48 leading economies reveals significant variations in efficiency and cost. New Zealand maintains its position as the global leader with a streamlined one-procedure system […]

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Best English-Speaking Countries for Business

19 November 2024
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The Importance of English Proficiency in Attracting International Business In today’s globalized economy, English proficiency plays a pivotal role in attracting international business. Countries with a high level of English […]

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Most Stable Countries for Business

18 November 2024
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In today’s interconnected world, businesses expanding into new markets face unprecedented challenges. Geopolitical instability, climate change, economic volatility, and social unrest can severely disrupt operations and investments. This guide provides […]

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Foreign Vehicle Agreements and Dutch Transport Licenses

Case Study: Romanian “Comodat” vs. Dutch Requirements A recent client inquiry highlighted an important consideration for transport…

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Legal Representation Requirements for Non-EU Food Supplement Sellers

Challenge A Canadian entrepreneur wants to sell vitamin gummies through Instagram across multiple EU countries. They plan…

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DHI Subsidy: Financial Support for International Entrepreneurs Expanding from the Netherlands

As an international entrepreneur based in the Netherlands ready for your next growth phase, the DHI subsidy…

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MIT R&D AI Collaboration Projects Grant Now Open for Applications

The MIT R&D Collaboration Projects for Artificial Intelligence (AI) grant program is now open for applications. This…

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VAT on Management Fees in the Netherlands

Management fees between companies are generally subject to 21% VAT in the Netherlands. However, there’s an important…

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New Remote Work Tax Rules for Dutch-German Cross-Border Workers

The Netherlands and Germany have agreed to modify their tax treaty to simplify taxation for cross-border workers…

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When Is a Business Loan Considered “Non-Business” for Dutch Tax Purposes?

A recent Dutch court ruling provides clarity on when loans between related companies can be written off…

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Do German GmbHs Require a Resident Director?

While technically a German GmbH (private limited company) doesn’t legally mandate a resident director, there’s an important…

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Q&A: Can You Get the 30% Ruling After Studying in the Netherlands?

The 30% ruling is a tax advantage for highly skilled migrants working in the Netherlands, allowing them…

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How does the Dutch legal and tax system excel compared to other countries?

I was wondering in what regards the Dutch law system excels compared to other countries and where…

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US company looking for NL BV setup for EU Expansion

Question: We are a company based in the United States and we are in the process of…

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Seeking Advice on Donations and Tax for Dutch BV

Question: Our start-up, which focuses on developing innovative solutions for early Alzheimer’s detection, is considering adding a…

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Entrepreneur’s Dilemma in the Netherlands: Business or Personal Tax Payment for 2023?

Explore a Dutch entrepreneur’s decision-making process for tax efficiency in 2023, weighing between business and personal tax…

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US Resident – Dutch BV salary and taxes?

Question: I’m looking for guidance on a business structure I’ve recently established. My business partner and I…

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Q&A: VAT in Dutch EU Operations (UK Ltd. main office)

Question: As the CEO of a UK-based enterprise that specializes in distributing consumer electronics to various regions…

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Working in Norway for my existing foreign company

I just moved to Oslo last 15/10. I have started my new at 17/10. I have a…

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Dutch Business bank account application rejected – what do I do?

I received a letter from the ING Bank stating the following: Based on the information weโ€™ve gathered…

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Open a company in Europe to purchase goods – tax questions

We are planning to open a company in Europe for the purchase of products in the Netherlands,…

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Share a holding BV with a partner?

Is it possible to have one holding which is partially owned by my partnerย and I and still…

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American opening a business and moving to Norway

I am from the US and am hoping to open a business in Norway. It would be…

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