Below we will highlight the most important tax changes in the state budget that was announced today. We will break it down in corporate tax, VAT and income tax. Note that these are proposals and not yet final. Corporate Tax Employer’s Social Contribution: Operating Assets and Electric Vans: Interest Limitation Rules: Tax Exemption Practice: Taxation […]
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 […]
The European Dream: A Guide for American Entrepreneurs Moving to Europe
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Legalee Becomes NordicHQ: Expanding from the Netherlands to All of Northern Europe
Legalee, the trusted platform for setting up a company in the Netherlands, has evolved into NordicHQ. Maintaining its dedication to service excellence and expertise, NordicHQ is expanding its reach to provide comprehensive support for establishing businesses across Northern Europe. Legalee’s Track Record in the Netherlands Legalee has been the go-to partner for foreign entrepreneurs and […]
