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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A Guide to Cyber Security for SMEs in Europe
Every day, businesses fall victim to cyber crime. Whether it’s a ransomware attack that locks down your computer systems until you pay up, or sensitive customer data being stolen and sold on the dark web, the risks are real and growing. If you’re an SME, it’s crucial that you take steps to protect your business…
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…
Business in the European Single Market 101
The European Single Market (ESM) is the largest internal market in the world. It allows for the free movement of goods, services, capital and people within the European Union and Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. These last 3 countries participate in the EU’s internal market without being members of the European Union. The Single Market works…
Tax questions for UK Ltd setting up a BV entity
We are close to moving ahead with the need to form a BV entity and fit this into our group structure. The main company is a UK Ltd. I understand that it is usual for Netherlands-registered entities to levy a witholding tax of 15% on any dividend payments made to shareholders We also, however, understand…
Sponsor UK employee for visa in the Netherlands
We have a UK citizen who we are looking to employ in the Netherlands and my understanding is that we need a Netherlands based company in order to sponsor his application for a work permit. On this subject, we also need support on completing the relevant application forms – is this also something that you…
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…
Beating Brexit: Which country should UK companies go to?
Brexit has created a lot of headaches for UK exporters, with all the extra paperwork, long delays and higher costs. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), Brexit has been particularly challenging. Many SMEs do not have the resources or expertise to navigate the complex Brexit process, and as a result, they are struggling to keep…
The Netherlands is the Place to Go for UK Businesses After Brexit
Brexit has sent shockwaves throughout the business world. The UK has left the European Union, and this is going to have a lot of implications for businesses both in the UK and in other EU countries. One of the countries that is seeing a lot of interest from British businesses is the Netherlands. The Netherlands…
Corporate Income Tax in Europe: A Comprehensive Comparison
When it comes to corporate income tax, Europe is a hotbed of activity. Every country seems to have its own rules and regulations when it comes to taxing businesses. This can make it difficult for companies doing business in multiple European countries. In this blog post, we will compare corporate income tax rates in some…