Netherlands (BV) Company Registration - Business Setup

Step 1

Complete our application form – Netherlands

Complete our order form and make the payment for your chosen services. You will then be assigned a client manager to assist you through the incorporation process.

Step 2

Upload your documents

Your account manager will ask you for official documents which are required for your company formation. Or use our UBO services. 

Step 3

Incorporate your company successfully

Once your documents have been processed your company will be successfully incorporated subject to local authority approval.

Step 4

Process any additional services

Your account manager will guide you through the steps of completing your request of additional services such as bank accounts.

Step 5

Manage Your company via our client portal

Our client portal will give you immediate access to all your documents as well as display your company structure.

Frequently Asked Questions Company Formation in Netherlands

What type of company do you register in the Netherlands?

The type of company that we form in the Netherlands is known as a Private Limited Company (BV) and it is regulated under the Dutch Civil Code. A Private Limited Company (BV) is the most commonly used Dutch company type for commercial and private businesses in the Netherlands.

Do I need to submit accounts for a Dutch Private Limited Company (BV) in the Netherlands?

Yes, an annual return must be filed annually with the Companies Registration Office regardless of whether the company has traded or not. Consultax, through its partners’ local accountants can take care of this formality for you.

We will contact you in due course and ask you for documents to be able to produce accounts on your behalf. Documents requested are generally bank statements, invoices, and receipts.

How many directors and shareholders should I appoint to my Private Limited Company (BV)?

A minimum of 1 director and 1 shareholder should be appointed to setup a Dutch Limited Company (BV

Will my liability be limited if I register my company as a Private Limited Company (BV) in the Netherlands?

The shareholders’ liability in a Dutch limited company (BV) is limited to the amount of shares respectively held by them. However, additional payments may be imposed if and when required to cover losses or debts due to mismanagement of the business.

Do I need to appoint a local director or a local officer while registering a Private Limited Company (BV) in the Netherlands?

If the company director is not a resident in the Netherlands, it is highly recommended that you appoint a local officer for your BV company. The role of the local officer is to provide local support such as administrative duties and operational decisions. It also includes mail management services in relation to official correspondence received by the company, as well as regular updates related to tax and legal local regulations in the Netherlands.

Do I need to deposit the paid up capital for a Dutch limited company (BV)?

In 2012, the Dutch government amended the law, and became easier to register a BV company in the Netherlands. The standard share capital is EUR 0,01 but can be amended to fit your requirements.

Netherlands (BV) Company Formation

The Netherlands Limited Liability Company Besloten Vennootschap (BV) is advantageously used by holding and financial companies for substantial tax regime benefits and for structuring international financial transactions ,it is also widely considered as an efficient EU market penetration vehicle.

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