Netherlands Company Formation
A leading European jurisdiction for international founders seeking strong credibility, EU market access, and a stable, business-friendly environment for trading, holding, and innovation structures.
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US$ 5,380
Doing Business in
Netherlands: Key Highlights
Explore why the Netherlands is a preferred choice for international business.
Strategic EU Trade Hub
Prime gateway to European markets with excellent logistics and connectivity.
Competitive Tax Incentives
Corporate tax 16.5%–25% with participation exemption and innovation incentives.
Stable Legal & Business Environment
Reliable civil law system with strong investor protections and transparency.
Global Credibility
Trusted jurisdiction with extensive double taxation treaties and multinational presence.
How It Works
Preparation
Request a company name check and eligibility review.
Company Details
Submit company, director, and shareholder information.
Document Submission
Upload required documents for verification.
Additional Services Setup
Optional services such as accounting, trademark, or compliance support are arranged.
Company Management
Receive incorporation documents and manage services via the client portal.
Get Started
Netherlands Company Formation
Entity Type | Limited Liability Company (LLC) |
Legal System | Civil Law |
Governing Law | Dutch Civil Code (Book 2) |
Regulator | Netherlands Chamber of Commerce KVK |
Director(s) | Minimum 1 managing director |
Shareholder(s) | Minimum 1 shareholder. 100% foreign ownership allowed |
Incorporation Timeframe | Typically completed within 2 - 3 Weeks |
Professional Officer | Not required |
Local Mandates | Registered office in the Netherlands |
Issued Share(s) | No minimum |
Issued Share Capital | Minimum 0.01 EUR |
Paid-up Capital | Minimum EUR 0.01 |
Accessible Records | Directors public. Shareholders partially public (UBO register). |
Accounting & Audit | Accounting records required. Financial Statement audit report is generally not mandatory |
Annual Compliance & Tax Filing | Annual Renewal; Corporate Tax Return Filing; Annual accounts filing |
Economic Substance | Required for tax residency |
Tax Regime | Worldwide taxation |
Standard Tax Rate | 19% / 25.8% (two-tier CIT) |
Tax Exemptions | Participation exemption (foreign dividends & capital gains may be exempt). |
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Why Choose Us For Company Formation Service
Mark T.
Singapore
OCC handled our offshore incorporation flawlessly. We opened a BVI company and corporate bank account within weeks.
Laura D.
UK
Professional, responsive and extremely knowledgeable about asset protection.
Daniel R.
Australia
The team guided us through every step of our company setup and compliance process. Everything was delivered on time and with absolute clarity.
Sofia M.
Germany
From consultation to banking support, the experience was seamless. Their client portal makes managing our entities extremely easy.
Ready to Incorporate in Netherlands?
Start your company efficiently with strong EU credibility, market access benefits, and full professional support from start to finish.
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