Setting up a Dutch BV as a non-resident
Setting up a Dutch BV doesn't necessarily require you to live in the Netherlands, but it does require a notary and some practical planning.
What does incorporating a Dutch BV involve as a non-resident?
Setting up a Dutch BV as a non-resident requires a notarial deed from a Dutch civil-law notary, often possible remotely, no fixed minimum share capital since the 2012 flex-BV rules, and registration of ultimate beneficial owners.
Setting up a Dutch BV as a non-resident is more accessible than many foreign entrepreneurs expect, but it involves a few specific steps. Unlike some jurisdictions, incorporating a BV always requires a notarial deed from a Dutch civil-law notary, though many notaries can handle this remotely through a power of attorney, with identity verification via video call. There's also no fixed minimum share capital requirement anymore, since the 'flex-BV' rules introduced in 2012 removed it.
You'll also want to plan for a Dutch business bank account, which some banks tie to specific residency or director requirements, and register in the UBO register once your BV is incorporated. At EenvoudigRecht, we help you get the legal documents you need in English, for a fixed price.
Veelgestelde vragen
Do I need a Dutch notary to set up a BV, even as a non-resident?
Yes, unlike a sole proprietorship, incorporating a BV requires a notarial deed drawn up by a Dutch civil-law notary. This is a mandatory step in the incorporation process, regardless of where the founders are based.
Is there a minimum share capital requirement for a Dutch BV?
Since the introduction of the 'flex-BV' rules in 2012, there is no fixed minimum share capital requirement anymore. In theory, you can incorporate a BV with as little as 0.01 euros in share capital.
Can I incorporate a BV without traveling to the Netherlands?
Often, yes. Many notaries can handle incorporation remotely through a power of attorney, with identity verification increasingly done via video call, so physical presence in the Netherlands isn't always required.
Do I need a Dutch bank account for my BV?
You'll typically need a Dutch business bank account. Some banks require a Dutch resident director or a local connection to the business, so it's worth checking requirements with the specific bank early in the process.
Do I still need to register in the UBO register as a non-resident owner?
Yes, most companies, including BVs owned by non-residents, are required to register their ultimate beneficial owners in the Dutch UBO register, with limited exceptions.
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