The statistics are telling: From 2013 to 2022, the number of Americans in the Netherlands grew from about 15,500 to 24,000; in Portugal, it tripled to nearly 10,000; and in Spain, it increased from around 20,000 to 34,000. Moderate to steady growth was observed in countries like France, Germany, and the Nordics. Britain alone saw […]
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Key Proposals from Prinsjesdag 2023
Prinsjesdag is an annual event in the Netherlands where the government presents its plans for the coming year, including budget proposals and policy measures. Note that these are proposals and have yet to be approved by the Parliament. Here’s a summary of key proposals from Prinsjesdag 2023 aimed at understanding the complex Dutch system. Supporting […]
Registering a Norwegian .no domain as a foreigner
I am a resident in Denmark and I would like to start a business to support Nordic clients so I want to register a .no domain but seems like it is impossible without having a company/Norwegian personal number. What are the ways to do this? Answer In order to do this you would normally need […]
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 contract with till end on September next year. I am working through my Portuguese Limited Company atm, I get paid in Portugal. Where, I am currently resident. Just wondering best option to work in Norway, if via my […]
Challenges of doing business in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is a great place to do business, but there are some challenges that you need to be aware of In Europe, the Netherlands has some distinct advantages that make it an especially attractive destination. First of all, the Dutch have a long history of trade and commerce, and they are very open to […]
The Netherlands compared to the rest of Europe
The Netherlands compared to other European countries This article will delve into a comprehensive ranking and comparison of the Netherlands with its fellow European nations, focusing on key business indicators, such as ease of doing business, innovation indices, economic stability, digital infrastructure, and tax regimes. By juxtaposing these factors, we aim to provide a nuanced […]
R&D tax breaks and incentives for businesses in Europe
Governments all over Europe want to attract innovative business activity. Those are businesses that perform ground-breaking research and development (R&D) activities. European countries, and the EU as a whole, give incentives to these businesses. For example to create a more technologically advanced economy, stimulate job growth or tackle climate-related challenges. Such incentives are offered through […]
Governing the Netherlands
The Netherlands has a long history of democratic governance. It has been a parliamentary constitutional monarchy since 1848. There has been a gradual transition from an absolute monarchy to a modern democracy, culminating in the 1946 Constitution that established the current form of government. Polder Politics The Dutch socio-economic system is an example of the […]
Norway and the EU
Norway has been a part of the European Economic Area (EEA) since 1994, but they are not members of the European Union (EU). This means that they can trade with other EU countries and have some benefits, but they are not full members and cannot vote on things. Some people think that Norway will become […]
How to avoid bureaucracy and corruption when doing business in Europe
Simple! Avoid doing business in bureaucratic and corrupt countries. Bureaucracy is always associated with complex and intransparent processes. This leads easily to corruption and cronyism. The delayed or obstructed processes make it very difficult for businesses to operate effectively and can ultimately discourage investment. The often quoted World Bank’s “Doing Business” report, in 2020 ranked […]