VAT registration & filing of VAT returns for a foreign company
Tax agent in the Netherlands
Would you like to call upon a tax agent in the Netherlands? Know everything about tax mandate in the Netherlands? Understand the benefits of having a tax agent in the Netherlands? Know how to register to VAT in the Netherlands? You are in the right place ! On this page, we clearly explain what a tax agent is, what the advantages are, and how to register for VAT in the Netherlands!
- Consultation: Free and without obligation
Do you need a tax agent in the Netherlands?
Need a tax agent to register for VAT in the Netherlands? We have the solution to help you start your business in the Netherlands with peace of mind.
- You need a tax agent to assist you with VAT administrative matters in the Netherlands.
- You want to optimize your trade flows in the Netherlands
- You don't know how to register for VAT in the Netherlands
- Eurofiscalis provides assistance as a tax agent in the Netherlands for all your communications with the Dutch tax authorities.
- We will show you all the advantages of using Eurofiscalis as your tax agent in the Netherlands.
- Eurofiscalis will assist you in submitting your VAT registration file and handling all other communications with the Dutch tax authorities.
Make an appointment with a VAT expert and obtain a VAT number to develop your sales in the Netherlands.
What is a tax agent in the Netherlands?
Companies subject to VAT in their own country and carrying out transactions subject to VAT in the Netherlands must register for Dutch VAT with the Belastingdienst Tax and Customs Administration.
In the Netherlands, it is not compulsory to appoint a tax agent to take care of your tax reporting obligations. However, it is strongly recommended that all taxable persons not established in the Netherlands use the services of a tax agent to secure all your VAT returns and ensure follow-up with the Dutch tax authorities.
- Tax agent can be appointed both for European and non-European companies.
- You can either correspond directly with the Dutch tax authorities or appoint a tax agent to do so.
- Possibility of appointing a tax agent to handle the filing and follow-up of your VAT obligations in the Netherlands.
The appointment of a tax agent when registering for Dutch VAT implies the possibility for the agent to act on your VAT returns (VAT Declaration, Intrastat, and EC Sales List) but also to communicate on your behalf with the Dutch tax authorities.
The appointment of a tax agent in the Netherlands does not in any way exempt the taxpayer from the responsibility of the accuracy of the declarations submitted to the Dutch administration.
When should I call upon a tax agent in the Netherlands?
Companies established within or outside the European Union which carry out the following operations on Dutch territory must register for Dutch VAT:
- Classic import of goods into the Netherlands.
- Import of goods from a customs warehouse.
- Storage of goods outside a customs warehouse.
- Traditional purchase and resale of goods in the Netherlands.
- Intra-Community supplies of goods from the Netherlands to another member state of the European Union.
- Work on real estate using subcontractors of a foreign company
- Organization of events and conferences for companies and individuals in the Netherlands.
- Need VAT assistance in the Netherlands?
What are the advantages of a tax agent in the Netherlands?
You can fully concentrate on your business by using Eurofiscalis as your tax agent. We take care of all written and verbal communications, as well as all administrative procedures with the Dutch tax authorities.
Below are the benefits of this service:
- Quickly and efficiently obtain an NL VAT number valid not only in the Netherlands, but also for all your cross-border transactions within the EU.
- A contact intermediary in your native language for all your dealings with the Dutch administration.
- Eurofiscalis will map your flows to optimize your commercial operations in the Netherlands.
- Analysis of your tax documents to ensure VAT compliance of your invoices in the Netherlands.
- Filing and follow-up of your VAT obligations in the Netherlands (VAT declaration, VAT payment & recovery, Intrastat, EC Sales List).
How do I register for VAT in the Netherlands?
To register for Dutch VAT, non-established foreign companies must first provide proof of activity in the Netherlands, requiring identification. Before the Dutch authorities will issue a Dutch VAT identification number, the taxable person must provide irrefutable proof that they will be carrying out transactions for which an identification number is required in the near future. Without proof of activity, a foreign taxable person without a permanent establishment in the Netherlands cannot be issued with a VAT number.
The proof can be for a example in a form of a contract, an order form, a warehouse rental contract (in the case of a distribution center), an import document, a transport document, an invoice, or a proof of a merger or business acquistition.
The Dutch tax authorities also require the following documents:
- An extract from the trade register of the country of origin of the taxable entity
- A certificate of liability in the country of origin
- The Act of Incorporation
- Copy of the identity card of the managing director
- A Power of Attorney between Eurofiscalis Benelux and the foreign company
- Proof of activity in the Netherlands
- The bank details
The Dutch VAT number takes around 1 to 2 months to be issued, provided the file submitted is complete. The registration file can be submitted electronically.
VAT identification in the Netherlands is free of charge, and does not involve any tax stamps or other administration fees.
- Need VAT assistance in the Netherlands?
Why use our Service to be your tax representative / tax agent?
Eurofiscalis is an international tax company specialising in tax representation. Our experts (statutory auditors, accountants, lawyers) speak 3 languages and will take care of all tax obligations on behalf of your company. European tax law and related aspects are a critical issue in a company’s development on the international arena, which is why we establish long-term relations based on trust.
Analysis of your flows and compliance with VAT, intrastat, invoices, customs
Processing and submission of your VAT registration
Getting your local and EORI numbers
Simplified customer/supplier bookkeeping
Filing of your periodic VAT and Intrastat returns
Single point of contact with local authorities
Hundreds of companies choose Eurofiscalis to help them in their development in Europe. Listen to the testimonial of our client PING, we help them to manage their intra-community VAT
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- Ian Smith | Directeur Administratif et Financier
- Collabore avec Eurofiscalis : Depuis 2021
- Services : Déclarations TVA, Audit TVA
- Chiffre d'affaires : +70 000 000 €
- Web : ping.com
“The service Eurofiscalis provide us, give me the confidence and trust that we have a compliance process to Europe for our VAT and customs…”
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