January 28, 2013, 9:58 pm
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Preliminary activities before registering public and private limited companies in The
An important step in setting up a company in
The minimum share capital that must be deposited for a private limited liability company is only EUR 1, since 2012, and for a public limited liability company there must be deposited a minimum of EUR 45,000 as share capital.
After depositing the share capital and verification, the bank issues a certificate that proves the deposit, being useful in the registration process.
The founders must also be aware of the uniqueness of the chosen name for the new business. In this sense, the name of the company must not used by another company and the founders must check for this. Since 2012 the Chamber of Commerce does not verify the uniqueness of the name, but the founders can check for this on the website provided. This operation is free of charge.
Another important phase in setting up a company in
Registering the private and public limited companies with the Commercial Register at the local Chamber of Commerce
For the registration with the Chamber of Commerce, the founders have three options: either by going directly to the Chamber of Commerce, either by applying online, either by submitting an application via regular mail. When the application is submitted in physical form, the registration number is issued within a week, while for an online application the registration number is issued in few hours.
The application must contain certified copies of the deed of incorporation and the certificate issued by the bank for proving that the minimum capital has been deposited.
When the registration number is provided, the Chamber of Commerce performs the operation of publication in the Netherlands Official Gazette (Staatscourant).
Entrepreneurs willing to set up a company in
Registering with the local tax authorities in The
A private or public limited company in The Netherlands must obtain a tax number, which can be accomplished by submitting a registration form at the local tax authorities. The entrepreneurs must submit a separate registration form for income tax. The forms are obtained at the local tax authorities, or on official websites, and consist mostly of the company's and member's information.
Setting up a Dutch company from abroad
Advantageous geographical position, coupled with a stimulating tax system, place
In setting up a company in
The branches of foreign companies can be opened here in the same period of time as the resident companies. However, this business forms require capital from the foreign company and have no legal personality.
How long does it take to found a Dutch company?
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