Ireland’s EEA Director Rule for Founders
Starting a business in Ireland as a non-EU resident can seem straightforward, but there’s a key requirement…
Cross-Border Taxation
This article is a short case study about how best to structure service fees vs dividends in an international subsidiary of a Swedish AB limited company. Situation A Swedish company […]
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A practical guide to staying compliant when sending employees to work in another EU country If you’re a European entrepreneur planning to send an employee or consultant to work in […]
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This guide gives an overview of “exit taxes” across Europe, specifically tailored for 2025/2026. Things are moving quickly (for example, at the time of writing it is unclear how things […]
Read MoreAt NordicHQ, we help entrepreneurs and growing companies establish themselves across Europe. And there’s one question that comes up constantly: Why does company formation cost €1,000 at one firm and […]
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Moving to the Netherlands as a US citizen? Here are the critical points every entrepreneur and expat needs to know before making the leap. A more extended version of this […]
Read MoreEntrepreneurs often ask about moving their company’s tax residency to a country with a more favorable tax system while they remain in their home country. This approach is legally and […]
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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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As business relocation advisors, we recently helped a US entrepreneur navigate their options for moving to Europe. Their journey highlighted key insights that every American business owner should consider when […]
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When evaluating countries for business expansion or startup establishment, many entrepreneurs and SME owners focus solely on corporate income tax rates. However, this approach overlooks a crucial aspect of the […]
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Your 3PL’s Insurance Won’t Cover Your Stock in Europe
When expanding to Europe, one of the costliest mistakes a foreign company can make is assuming their…
Dutch BV vs VAT Representation in the Netherlands
Many foreign companies expanding into the EU consider establishing a Dutch BV (private limited company) for their…
From Hong Kong to Europe: Why This Payment Gateway Chose Ireland Over Four EU Alternatives
A Hong Kong-based payment gateway company recently approached us with a classic expansion dilemma: where to establish…
Foreign Vehicle Agreements and Dutch Transport Licenses
Case Study: Romanian “Comodat” vs. Dutch Requirements A recent client inquiry highlighted an important consideration for transport…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…