VAT Registration
"The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now." Dutch quote
Everything about VAT registrations and things to know before you start your activities in the Netherlands.
VAT registration in The Netherlands
VAT registration in the Netherlands is something you will have to think about as soon as your company starts doing business on the Dutch territory. Even if the Dutch Tax Administration does its best to simplify customs and VAT processes, many transactions still require business operators to apply for a VAT registration in the Netherlands.
In order to know if your company has to apply for a VAT registration in the Netherlands, feel free to call RMB’s experts. They will ask you a few questions about your flows of goods and invoicing and will tell you if a VAT registration in The Netherlands is required. They will also inform you about the mentions that have to appear on your sales invoices.
A few facts & key figures about Netherlands
Economic Growth
In 2022, the Netherlands recorded an economic growth of 4.5%, driven by strong domestic consumption and exports. However, challenges such as inflation and global uncertainties continue to impact the economy.
Population
The Netherlands has a population of approximately 17.5 million people, making it one of the most densely populated countries in Europe. Its strong economy and high quality of life make it an attractive destination for both businesses and expatriates.
International Trade
The Netherlands is one of the world’s leading economic powers and a key player in global trade. Thanks to its strategic location, the country serves as a major gateway to Europe, with strong sectors in logistics, agriculture, technology, and energy.
OECD Ranking
The Netherlands is consistently ranked among the most attractive economies for foreign investment, benefiting from its economic stability, advanced infrastructure, and business-friendly environment.
VAT rates in the Netherlands
Standard VAT
Reduced VAT Rates
Do you need a VAT number in the Netherlands
A VAT registration in The Netherlands is requested if:
You have Intra-Community Supplies of goods from the Netherlands to other EU countries
You sell goods to Dutch private consumers (B to C domestic sales)
You organize exports of goods from The Netherlands outside the EU
You provide refurbishment or construction services on the French territory for private clients
RMB can assist you
VAT regulations are complex matters and penalties quickly become significant. It is therefore important to be fully VAT compliant. We then warmly recommend to anticipate your possible VAT registration in The Netherlands as the process itself takes multiple weeks.
One of RM Boulanger’s key commercial argument is our independency and our specialization in European VAT compliance for foreign companies in all 27 EU Member States. Most of our competitors are part of large firms and provide VAT services among many others.
Once your VAT registration in the Netherlands is completed, RMB can take care of the filing of your VAT returns. You will then make sure that your transactions are reported properly to the Dutch Tax Administration. Asking RMB to handle your VAT registration in the Netherlands will make you save time and energy.
Cross border VAT is a very complex and changing matter. We then believe that focusing on our core business is the best way to offer reliable services to our clients. Being independent also allows us to provide our clients with immediate and practical solutions entirely adapted to their specific cases.
VAT registration process
In case your company has to apply for a VAT registration in the Netherlands, RMB’s team will provide you with all the necessary information about the documents requested by the Dutch Tax Authorities. Once these documents are collected, RMB’s experts will proceed with your VAT registration in The Netherlands.
This process usually takes multiple weeks before your “NL” VAT number is attributed. It is then safe to anticipate it before starting doing business in the Netherlands.
