Topic
Starting a business.
Your first months as a business owner determine a lot: your legal form, your VAT choices and whether you are entitled to the starter's deduction. Here you will find answers to the questions starters ask us most often.
In short
You start a business by registering with the Chamber of Commerce (KvK), a one-off €85.15 in 2026. You then automatically receive a VAT number. Choose a legal form that suits your risk and profit, open a separate account and keep your records from day one.
Help with starting out
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When a BV becomes more tax-efficient than a sole proprietorship, and the other reasons to take the step.
Read moreCommon questions about starting out
Every answer starts with the key point, uses the figures and rules for 2026 and links to the source.
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