Company formation

Entity Formation & Registration, Investment, Tax

Investing in Norway: personally or through a Holding AS?

Investment Strategies in Norway 2025: ASK Versus AS Since the introduction of…

Business Setup, Cross-Border Taxation, Entity Formation & Registration, Market Entry, Quick Notes, Startups

The Real Difference Between €1,000 and €50,000+ Company Formation

At 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 €50,000+ at another? Both numbers are real. Both are legitimate. They’re just building you completely different…

Business Setup, Entity Formation & Registration, Quick Notes

Freelancing and Consulting in Sweden: Choose the Right Structure

If you are a foreign entrepreneur or consultant looking to work in Sweden, understanding your business structure options is crucial. Below is a breakdown of the three main paths. 3 structure options Umbrella CompanyThe simplest route. You become an employee of an umbrella company that handles…

30% ruling, Business Setup, Corporate tax, Entity Formation & Registration, Quick Notes, Tax, Tax Incentives

ZZP or BV in the Netherlands: How to Choose in 2025

When starting a business in the Netherlands, a key decision for many foreign entrepreneurs is whether to operate as a sole proprietorship (known as “ZZP” for zelfstandige zonder personeel—formally eenmanszaak) or to set up a private limited company (BV). This choice has significant tax and liability…

Business Setup, Legal Requirements, Quick Notes

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 that often surprises foreign entrepreneurs: the resident director rule. Understanding this before you start can save you time and money. The ‘Resident Director’ Requirement To incorporate a company in…

Business Setup, Compliance & Operations, Corporate tax, Cross-Border Taxation, Industries, Legal Requirements, Market Entry, Tax, Tax Incentives, Technology & IT, VAT

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

Who This Guide Is For This comprehensive guide is specifically designed for:…

Business Setup, Entity Formation & Registration, Legal Requirements, Market Entry, Startups

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

Ireland has become one of Europe’s go-to spots for international business, especially…

Business Attraction Index, Cross-Border Taxation, Residency Options, Tax, Visas & Immigration

Helping US Entrepreneurs Choose: Switzerland vs Netherlands

As business relocation advisors, we recently helped a US entrepreneur navigate their…

Funding, Q & A, Startups

Company Setup for German Founders Raising US Funding

Case: “What’s the exact setup we need to raise funding in the…

General

Expanding Your UK Business into the Netherlands in 2025: Virtual Office and Entity Setup

The Netherlands is a prime location for UK businesses aiming to expand…

Business Setup, Entity Formation & Registration, Industries, Market Entry, Retail & E-commerce

Start up an e-commerce business in the Netherlands

The Netherlands has one of the most well-developed e-commerce infrastructures in the…

Business Attraction Index, Business Setup, Entity Formation & Registration

Business Registration Time and Cost – Country Ranking

The landscape of business registration across 48 leading economies reveals significant variations…