ABiLiTieS Trust | Corporate Services

Start an operational company or holding company in the Netherlands

The Netherlands has a healthy economy and is an excellent gate to the rest of the world Its location with a large port (Rotterdam) and airport (Amsterdam), strong financial system make the Dutch jurisdiction stand out

And, do not forget attractive financing and holding regime, many double taxation treaties, unique level of asset protection Nor flexible law and sound legal system, high standards of living and efficient expat center, Do you want to start a company in the Netherlands? Our experienced and proactive trust team can support you to set up and maintain your business in the best way Feel free to contact our Amsterdam office to obtain more information in respect of business support in the Netherlands

There are many reasons to choose the Netherlands to open a business

A Dutch company, as part of a structure, should last for many years Multiple aspects are relevant to realise a sound jurisdiction for opening a business Also depending on the company's activities: operations, holding or investment

In this respect starting a business in the Netherlands offers enticing benefits:

 Import and Export, for import into and export out of the EU you need to have a EU VAT number and EORI number  Unique level of asset protection, provided by a high number of investment protection treaties This combined with a  territorial approach to bankruptcies and legal forms enabling floating assets and split of ownership/economical rights  Sound and efficient legal system which enables swift set up, restructuring and liquidation  Flexible law enabling tailormade cooperation between investors  Attractive expat conditions with an expat center enabling highly skilled migrants to be hired on the short term with limited paperwork Plus a compensation for the additional expenses by means of a 30% ruling  Proven holding regime with absence of dividend withholding tax (when structured properly)  Good infrastructure by means of international airports/roads/international trains/ports  Double taxation treaties with a large number of countries Fund structures that are attractive and low cost  Good 'onshore' reputation a Dutch company is accepted by business partners and foreign authorities  High standards of living with affordable housing, safety, good education and work environment  Solid financial and corporate services infrastructure which benefits from a stable real economy  Politicial stability, that enables your business to grow steadily  Independent, effective and efficient dispute resolution Contact our company formation team to get more information on Dutch companies

Why use a trust office in the Netherlands?

Your company can benefit from using a trust company because of:

 Specialised knowledge of local requirements available even when there are only limited activities  Full flexibility as there will be no need for persons on the payroll  Independent checks on all transactions  Fixed fee prices of trust services and corporate services can be agreed Dutch substance is very important to qualify for tax treaty benefits and a VAT number