types of structures in the netherlands
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Types of Structures in the NetherlandsA presentation brought to you by ourlaw firm in the Netherlands
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Invest in the Netherlands
• The Netherlands has a valuable set of features for foreign investors who want to open a company here:
a good geographical position and stable economy;
a good tax regime;
good infrastructure;
openness towards foreigners and foreign
investments.
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Companies in the Netherlands
• Foreign investors who want to open a company in the Netherlands have a wide range of options from which they can choose the the ideal type of company for their business objectives.
• The types of legal entities available for incorporation in the Netherlands are suitable both for small, medium and large businesses.
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Types of Companies in the Netherlands
• The options for foreign investors who want to open a company in the Netherlands include:
The Private Limited Liability Company (BV);
The Public Limited Liability Company (NV);
The Partnership;
The Sole Proprietorship.
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The Private Limited Liability company in the Netherlands
• The private limited liability company or the Dutch BV is a popular business form. It requires no minimum share capital but it must have an issued capital and a paid-up capital.
• The shareholders have limited liability and voting rights and the company can have multiple types of shares.
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The Public Limited Liability Company in the Netherlands
• The public limited company or the Dutch NV is more suitable for large businesses. Its shares can be freely transferable and these types of companies are also listed on the Stock Exchange.
• It requires a minimum share capital and it also allows for different types of shares, voting and profit rights for its shareholders.
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The Dutch Partnership
• There are two types of partnerships in the Netherlands:
The general partnership (VOF); The limited partnership (CV).
• All the founders in the general partnership have unlimited liability.
• The limited partnership has two types of partners: ones with unlimited liability and others with limited liability. The limited partners cannot manage or represent the partnership.
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The Dutch Sole Proprietorship
• The sole proprietorship is the simplest business form in the Netherlands and it is incorporated and managed by a single individual.
• The sole proprietor is fully liable for all the debts of the company but he is also the only one to benefit from the profits made by this type of business.
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Other Business Options in the Netherlands
• Foreign investors who want to expand their business activities in the Netherlands can open a branch. This business form is governed by the foreign company abroad and it does not have Dutch legal entity.
• Holding companies in the Netherlands can also be used by investors who want to manage assets.
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Legal Assistance for Company Formation in the Netherlands
• The experts at our law firm in the Netherlands can help you with complete legal assistance during the company incorporation process.
• Our experts can also help you with tax advice and planning in the country and other issues related to investment in the Netherlands.
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