The Netherlands
A Dutch BV (Besloten Vennootschap) is a private limited liability company, ideal for startups and established businesses
Key Benefits
A BV provides a robust EU corporate vehicle for hiring, contracting, and trading across Europe.
Well-developed corporate and commercial law with clear governance and creditor protections.
Lower corporate income tax rate applies to the first profit bracket, with a higher standard rate above it.
Notarial incorporation provides strong documentary quality, often valued by banks and counterparties.
Commonly used for European holding, licensing, and cross-border operational structures (subject to substance).
Tax Overview
Corporate Income Tax
Lower rate on first profit bracket; standard rate on profits above the threshold.
Withholding Tax
Dividend/interest/royalty withholding can apply depending on payment type, treaty position, and anti-abuse rules.
VAT
VAT applies to taxable supplies; the applicable rate depends on goods/services and rules.
Capital Gains Tax
Gains are generally part of corporate taxable profit (participation exemption may apply in qualifying cases).
Formation Process
We gather UBO/director information and confirm share capital and governance requirements.
We coordinate drafting of the notarial deed and Articles of Association.
Founders execute the deed (in person or via power of attorney, depending on setup).
Notary registers the BV with the Chamber of Commerce and obtains the KVK number.
We deliver the incorporation deed extract and your digital corporate documentation.
Pricing
Formation Package
$2,000
Annual Maintenance
$2,000/year
Add-ons
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A Dutch BV (Besloten Vennootschap) is a private limited liability company, acting as a distinct legal entity that separates personal assets from business liabilities. Ideal for startups and established businesses, it requires a minimum €1 share capital, a notary-drafted deed of incorporation, and registration with the Chamber of Commerce (KVK).
Formation of a Besloten Vennootschap in The Netherlands typically takes 1-2 weeks once KYC documents have been submitted and verified.
The formation package starts at $2,000. Annual maintenance is $2,000/year. All-inclusive — no hidden fees.
The Netherlands applies the following taxes to this entity type: Corporate Income Tax: 19% / 25.8% (Lower rate on first profit bracket; standard rate on profits above the threshold.). Withholding Tax: Varies (Dividend/interest/royalty withholding can apply depending on payment type, treaty position, and anti-abuse rules.). VAT: Typically applies (VAT applies to taxable supplies; the applicable rate depends on goods/services and rules.). Capital Gains Tax: Included in CIT (Gains are generally part of corporate taxable profit (participation exemption may apply in qualifying cases).).
The package includes: Notarial deed of incorporation coordination, KVK (Chamber of Commerce) registration, Articles of Association (Dutch constitution), UBO registration guidance, Initial board/shareholder resolutions, Share register setup, VAT number application guidance (if needed), Digital corporate document pack.
Form your Besloten Vennootschap in The Netherlands and have your entity ready in 1-2 weeks.
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