Set Up a Dutch B.V. for EU Imports

Dutch company formation for non-EU businesses that want to import goods into the Netherlands and sell throughout the EU.

Setting up a Dutch B.V. is only the first step. If your Dutch company will import goods from outside the EU, your setup may also require Dutch VAT registration, an EORI number and, where applicable, an Article 23 import VAT permit.

Dutch Business Incorporation helps non-resident businesses bring these requirements together through one point of contact — from Dutch B.V. formation and import registrations to ongoing accounting and tax compliance.

Dutch B.V. Setup for UK Importers

Since Brexit, many of our UK clients have chosen to set up a Dutch subsidiary because shipping goods directly from the UK to EU customers can involve additional customs procedures and longer delivery times.

A Dutch B.V. can provide a structure for importing and holding stock within the EU and serving EU customers from within the EU.

One Complete Dutch B.V. Setup

You may already know how you want to structure your Dutch company. The challenge is getting the different parts of the Dutch setup in place and making sure they work together.

Instead of arranging company formation, VAT, customs registrations and ongoing compliance with different providers, DBI can coordinate the complete setup through one point of contact.

Dutch B.V. Formation

Dutch B.V. incorporation for non-residents, including corporate or individual shareholders, directors, KVK registration, UBO formalities and shareholder register.

Dutch VAT, EORI & Article 23

Support with Dutch VAT registration, EORI registration and Article 23 assessment and application where applicable.

Operational Setup

Practical support after incorporation, including guidance on virtual banking options, company secretarial services and the steps needed to get your Dutch B.V. operational.

Ongoing Dutch Compliance

Bookkeeping, VAT and ICP returns, annual accounts, corporate income tax returns, KVK filing and incoming correspondence.

One Setup. One Point of Contact.

Rather than treating company formation, VAT, customs registrations and ongoing compliance as separate services, we help you bring the Dutch requirements together in one complete setup.

Tailored Fee Quote

Get a Tailored Quote for Your Dutch B.V. Setup

Tell us how you plan to structure and use your Dutch B.V. You do not need to explain everything again by email.

Complete our 4-step questionnaire in less than 5 minutes. We will review your company structure, business activities and import requirements and prepare a tailored quotation for your setup.

1. Company Structure 2. Business Activities 3. EU Imports 4. Contact Details

4 steps · Less than 5 minutes

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Your Company Structure - Step 1 of 4

First, tell us how your Dutch B.V. will be owned and managed. This helps us identify the incorporation documents, identification requirements and signing steps that apply to your setup.

How many shareholders will the Dutch B.V. have?
Will any shareholder be a company or other legal entity?
For example, a holding company or your existing business. If all shareholders are private individuals, select No.
How many UBOs own more than 25% of the shares in the group?
Count the ultimate individual owners, including ownership held indirectly through one or more parent companies.
How many directors will the Dutch B.V. have?
This helps us confirm the identification and signing steps for your formation.

What May Be Required to Import Through a Dutch B.V.?

The requirements depend on how your Dutch company will operate. A non-resident-owned Dutch B.V. importing goods into the Netherlands may need to consider the following registrations and ongoing compliance requirements.

Dutch VAT Registration

Dutch VAT registration may be required depending on the activities and transactions carried out by the Dutch B.V.

EORI Registration

An EORI number is used to identify businesses involved in customs activities when goods are imported into or exported from the EU.

Article 23 Import VAT Permit

Where applicable, an Article 23 permit can allow import VAT to be accounted for through the Dutch VAT return instead of being paid to Customs at the time of import. Eligibility requirements apply.

Ongoing Dutch Accounting & Tax Compliance

Once the Dutch B.V. is operational, ongoing requirements can include bookkeeping, VAT and ICP returns, annual accounts, corporate income tax returns and KVK filings.

DBI looks at these requirements as part of the complete Dutch setup rather than treating each registration as an isolated service.