How can I open a company in the Netherlands?

A legal manner of opening a company in the Netherlands has to be followed. The more popular form of a company amongst both locals and foreigners is the Dutch BV (Besloten Vennootschap), which is quite similar to a private limited company.

The following are the main steps involved:

1. Choose your company name and have its availability registered through the Dutch Chamber of Commerce.
2. Draft the Articles of Association, which must be signed in front of a Dutch civil-law notary.
3. Register the company with the Chamber of Commerce (KvK), after which you’ll receive a registration number.
4. Open a Dutch business bank account and, if applicable, deposit the initial share capital.
5. Register for taxes, including VAT, with the Dutch Tax Authorities.

If you are a resident outside the EU, you may also need an address or representative locally. Service providers in the Netherlands are commonly utilized by most entrepreneurs to assist with correspondence, compliance, and documentation with the local authorities.