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São Tomé & Príncipe$90,000
Vanuatu$130,000
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Turkey$400,000
UAE Golden Visa$545,000Why Netherlands?
Key advantages for foreign founders.
Premier EU Holding Jurisdiction
Participation exemption on dividends and capital gains from qualifying subsidiaries. 95+ tax treaties.
Innovation Box (9%)
Qualifying IP income taxed at just 9% instead of 25.8%. Ideal for tech, pharma, and R&D-intensive businesses.
Gateway to Europe
Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague. Excellent logistics, multilingual workforce, and world-class infrastructure.
100% Foreign Ownership
No restrictions. €0.01 minimum capital for BV. No local director requirement (but recommended for substance).
Strong Banking Sector
ING, ABN AMRO, Rabobank, Bunq. Deep corporate banking with trade finance, EUR/USD multi-currency.
Talent & Quality of Life
Highly educated, English-speaking workforce. #1 non-native English proficiency globally.
How Netherlands Compares
Side-by-side with Europe’s top jurisdictions.
| Jurisdiction | CIT | Min Capital | Formation | Foreign Own. | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 25% | None | 1–2 days | 100% | Global credibility, fintech |
| 🇪🇪 Estonia | 0% / 22% | €2,500 | 1–3 days | 100% | e-Residency, digital nomads |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 19–25.8% | €0.01 | 1–2 weeks | 100% | EU HQ, holding structures |
| 🇨🇾 Cyprus | 15% | None | 1–2 weeks | 100% | IP box, shipping, low CIT |
| 🇲🇹 Malta | 5% eff. | €1,165 | 2–4 weeks | 100% | Gaming, crypto, 5% tax |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 11.9–21% | CHF 20K | 2–4 weeks | 100% | Wealth mgmt, pharma, luxury |
| 🇮🇪 Ireland | 12.5% | None | 3–5 days | 100% | Tech HQs, IP, pharma |
| 🇵🇹 Portugal | 21% | None | 1–2 weeks | 100% | NHR tax, golden visa, D7 |
| 🇱🇺 Luxembourg | 24.94% | €12K | 2–4 weeks | 100% | Funds, SOPARFI holdings |
| 🇱🇹 Lithuania | 15% | €2,500 | 3–7 days | 100% | EMI/fintech licensing, low cost |
Choosing a holding base? Compare the Netherlands vs Luxembourg for holding companies, or browse Europe’s strongest jurisdictions for company formation.
Entity Types Available
Choose the right structure for Netherlands.
BV (Private Limited)
Most popular. 1 shareholder, 1 director. €0.01 min capital. Notarial deed required.
- KVK registration
- Notarial deed of incorporation
- Tax registration (Belastingdienst)
- Registered address
- UBO register filing
- Bank account introduction
NV (Public Limited)
For capital markets. €45,000 min capital. Board required. Can list on Euronext Amsterdam.
- KVK & AFM registration
- Notarial deed
- Board & supervisory setup
- Tax registration
- Bank account introduction
Branch
Foreign company extension. Must register with KVK. Subject to Dutch tax on Dutch-sourced income.
- KVK branch registration
- Certified parent documents
- Dutch translation
- Tax registration
- Bank account introduction
How It Works
Our managed formation process.
Notarial deed preparation
Dutch civil law notary prepares the deed of incorporation. AoA, shareholder details, and UBO information.
KVK registration
Registration with Kamer van Koophandel (Chamber of Commerce). KVK number and RSIN issued.
Tax registration
Belastingdienst (Tax Authority) registration for CIT, VAT, and payroll tax. BTW number issued.
UBO register filing
Ultimate Beneficial Owner registration as required by EU anti-money laundering directives.
Bank account & operations
Introduction to ING, ABN AMRO, Rabobank, or Bunq. EUR and multi-currency accounts.
What’s Included
Formation Package
- ✓ Company registration & certificate
- ✓ Articles / founding documents
- ✓ Tax registration
- ✓ Registered address (1st year)
- ✓ Bank account introduction
- ✓ Compliance documentation
Documents You Receive
- 📄 Certificate of Incorporation
- 📄 Tax registration certificate
- 📄 Articles of Association
- 📄 Director & shareholder register
- 📄 Corporate seal (where applicable)
- 📄 Bank account confirmation
Tax Overview
Netherlands’s tax framework.
| Tax | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate Income Tax | 19% / 25.8% | 19% on first €200K; 25.8% above |
| Innovation Box | 9% | On qualifying IP income |
| Participation Exemption | 0% | On dividends and gains from qualifying subsidiaries |
| VAT (BTW) | 21% | Standard. 9% reduced rate on food, books, etc. |
| Dividend WHT | 15% | On dividends to non-residents; 0% under many treaties |
| 30% Ruling | 30% tax-free | Tax-free allowance for qualifying expat employees |
Cost & Timeline Breakdown
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
| Item | Cost (USD) | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Notarial deed preparation | Included | 3–5 days |
| KVK registration | Included | 1–2 days |
| Belastingdienst tax registration | Included | 3–5 days |
| UBO register filing | Included | 1–2 days |
| Registered address (1 yr) | Included | Same day |
| Bank account introduction | Included | 3–5 days |
| Total Package | From $4,000 | 1–2 weeks |
All prices fixed — no hourly billing.
Speak with a Netherlands Specialist
Our team will guide you through the optimal structure.
What Our Clients Say
Founders who registered through Sovera Global.
“The Netherlands was the natural choice for our EU headquarters. Participation exemption and Innovation Box made the structure tax-efficient. Sovera handled the notary and KVK.”
“Dutch BV with €0.01 capital was perfect for our EU marketplace. Sovera managed everything from notary to ING banking.”
Official Resources
Government agencies for company registration in Netherlands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Besloten Vennootschap — Dutch private limited company. Most popular entity. €0.01 minimum capital.
Yes. A notarial deed is mandatory for BV incorporation under Dutch civil law.
0% tax on dividends and capital gains from qualifying subsidiaries (5%+ ownership). Makes NL ideal for holding structures.
9% effective tax rate on profits from qualifying intellectual property. Available for patents and self-developed IP.
Yes. No restrictions. Local director recommended for substance but not legally required.
BV: 1–2 weeks including notarial deed, KVK, and tax registration.
Tax-free allowance of 30% of gross salary for qualifying expat employees recruited from abroad.
Annual accounts filing with KVK, corporate tax return, VAT returns, UBO updates. Our compliance service handles all.
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