Question: I represent a business group that has recently established a company in the Netherlands, with a significant portion of Dutch ownership. This new Dutch entity shares the same ownership structure as our existing company in another European country. Our inquiry is about the possibility of employing individuals from non-EU countries directly through our Dutch […]
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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 have formed a BV and Holding company. My partner, who lives in the U.S. and is a U.S. resident, shares equal ownership (50-50) with me in this company, and we both serve as directors. I’m curious about the […]
Netherlands Euro Haulage License
Navigating the process of obtaining a Euro haulage license in the Netherlands can be a crucial step for businesses engaged in the commercial transport of goods. This article provides a comprehensive guide on the requirements, regulations, and application procedures to help you secure a license and stay compliant with the European Union’s transportation laws. Join […]
Work permit for UK director’s business visits from UK to EU country?
Question: I am wondering whether I, as a UK citizen and resident, can set up a BV and then visit the Netherlands and work at our Amsterdam office (here we will have several of Dutch employees). The visits will be from a few days to a week or so after which one of the other […]
Establishing a European NGO as a US Nonprofit
Question: Being a US-based nonprofit, we’re looking to expand our presence into Europe. Which European countries would you recommend considering the following criteria: 1) Incorporation costs; 2) Simplicity and speed of the registration process; 3) Ongoing maintenance costs; 4) Necessity of a physical office, given our remote work model; and 5) Other notable advantages or […]
Estonian Company – Tax Implications of Profit Reinvestment
Question: Hi, I’m considering establishing a company in Estonia to trade electronic gadgets, similar to dropshipping, where I’d purchase from suppliers and deliver directly to clients. Can I loan the profits to another company instead of distributing them? What are the tax implications? Answer: Companies in Estonia do not pay tax on undistributed profits. This […]
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 in the UK and Europe, we’re contemplating expanding our operations next year by establishing a subsidiary in the Netherlands, with our main UK entity as the shareholder. We’re considering partnering with a third-party logistics center in a central […]
KVK and VAT for Scaffolding in the Netherlands
Question: I operate a scaffolding business that is tax-resident in Slovakia with primary operations in Sweden and Slovakia. My team and I focus solely on the construction and demolition of scaffolding. We’re looking to expand as subcontractors to the Netherlands for a limited period, not exceeding 12 months. Our posted workers will be in the […]
I want to set up a food truck business in the Netherlands
Question: What are the key steps for setting up a sole proprietorship food truck business in the Netherlands, starting with just one truck and no employees? Answer: It can make sense to set up a sole proprietorship (often called ZZP or eenmanszaak). Once your business grows you can simply transfer the eenmanszaak/ZZP into a new […]
Can My Own BV Sponsor Me in the Netherlands and Can I Keep the 30% Ruling?
Question:I’m a Brazilian citizen working full-time in the Netherlands with a recognized sponsor under an HSM visa. My wife is also here on the same visa. I benefit from the 30% ruling. I plan to leave my current job to start a consulting agency under a BV structure. Can my own BV sponsor me and […]