Starting a Dutch BV (Besloten Vennootschap) involves a legal incorporation process, registration with the Dutch authorities, and tax setup. Most entrepreneurs can complete the process within a few working days when all documents are available.
Before incorporation, you typically need:
A Dutch civil-law notary prepares the deed of incorporation and the articles of association.These documents define the ownership structure, management, and governance of the company.
The notary verifies the identity of all shareholders and directors before executing the incorporation deed. For international entrepreneurs, remote incorporation is often possible.
After incorporation, the company is registered with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce and receives:
The Dutch Tax Administration assesses which taxes apply to your company, such as:
Many foreign entrepreneurs complete the entire process remotely without visiting the Netherlands. Once registered, your BV can immediately begin trading, invoicing, and opening a business bank account.
Bjorn is our CEO of Intotax. He has more than 15 years experience in Netherlands company formation and he is an international tax specialist in the Netherlands for 20 years. Here you can plan a 30 minutes free consultation or you can email him;
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