Dutch company formation for UK businesses
Beyond Consultancy helps UK companies and founders establish a company in the Netherlands from the UK with local support throughout the process.
Whether you want to establish a Dutch BV, create a Dutch subsidiary owned by a UK parent company, register a branch, or expand your existing UK business into the Netherlands, our company formation services in the Netherlands can support you with incorporation, KVK registration, banking, accounting, VAT, immigration and ongoing compliance.
Remote Dutch BV setup from the UK
Dutch notary and KVK coordination
Accounting and banking support
VAT and EORI registration where required
Immigration and payroll solutions
Ongoing business support in the Netherlands
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Dutch BV for UK companies
A Dutch BV is one of the most commonly used structures for UK companies establishing a business presence in the Netherlands.
For a UK company, a Dutch BV can provide a separate Dutch legal entity for European operations while the UK parent company continues operating from the UK. It can be used for activities such as contracting, invoicing, distribution, hiring employees and developing customers in the Netherlands and wider EU market.
If you want to understand the structure in more detail, read our guide on how a Dutch BV works for international business owners.
Beyond Consultancy helps UK companies assess the appropriate structure and coordinate the key incorporation steps through one Netherlands-based team.
Why establish a company in the Netherlands from the UK?
Establishing a Dutch company can give UK businesses a practical base for European operations while allowing the existing UK business to continue operating. The right structure depends on your business activities, ownership, trading model and long-term expansion plans.
Build a European Business Presence
Establish a Dutch company and create a base for developing customers, partnerships and operations in the Netherlands and across Europe.
For UK businesses assessing the Dutch market before incorporation, our support for expanding your UK business into the Netherlands can help you evaluate your options.
Expand an Existing UK Business
Already operating in the UK? We can help assess whether a Dutch subsidiary, branch or standalone Dutch company is appropriate for your expansion and coordinate the practical steps required to establish your Netherlands presence.
Register a Dutch BV From the UK
You can begin the company formation process while based in the UK. Our team coordinates the incorporation documents, Dutch notary process and KVK registration, with remote formation possible through power of attorney where appropriate. For additional guidance, see our guide to registering a Dutch company as a foreign business.
Combine Business Setup With Relocation
If you plan to relocate to the Netherlands as a founder, director or employee, company formation can be considered alongside the relevant immigration requirements. Our business immigration services to the Netherlands can help assess potential routes alongside your business setup.
Why choose Beyond Consultancy?
Beyond Consultancy brings the key services together to make your Netherlands setup simpler and more coordinated.
One Partner for Your Full Setup
Company incorporation, banking, accounting, immigration, payroll, legal support and ongoing compliance can be coordinated through one Netherlands-based team.
Netherlands-Based Expertise
Work with specialists experienced in supporting international companies entering the Dutch market and establishing operations in the Netherlands.
UK-Aware Structuring
We understand the practical considerations UK businesses face when choosing between a Dutch subsidiary, branch or standalone company and establishing an EU presence after Brexit. If you will act as a director of the Dutch company from outside the Netherlands, our guide on setting up a Dutch BV as a foreign director explains the key considerations around the setup and management of a Dutch BV as an international director.
Support Beyond Incorporation
After registration, Beyond can continue supporting your Dutch business through accounting, corporate banking, payroll, immigration and legal services in the Netherlands.
Complete Netherlands company setup for UK companies
Beyond Consultancy provides coordinated support for UK companies that want to establish a Dutch business without managing multiple providers throughout the setup process.
Dutch BV Incorporation
Our Dutch company formation service supports you with company structuring, incorporation documents, Dutch notary coordination and KVK registration.
Netherlands BV Registration From the UK
We coordinate the steps required to establish and register your Dutch company, including incorporation documentation, notary coordination and registration with KVK. The process can often be started remotely from the UK.
Branch Office vs. Dutch Subsidiary
If you already operate as a UK Ltd, you may not automatically need a new Dutch legal entity. A branch remains part of the UK company, while a Dutch BV subsidiary is a separate Dutch legal entity owned by the UK parent.
We assess your business activities, ownership structure, liability considerations and expansion plans before recommending the appropriate setup.
Corporate Banking Support
Once your business structure is established, we can assist with opening a corporate bank account in the Netherlands.
Accounting & Tax
Our accounting services in the Netherlands can support your business with bookkeeping, VAT administration, financial reporting and ongoing compliance.
VAT & EORI Registration
If your business imports or exports goods, we can assist with Dutch VAT and EORI requirements where applicable, helping you establish the appropriate setup for your European trading activities.
Immigration & Payroll
If founders, directors or employees also need to relocate, Beyond can support your company with payrolling services in the Netherlands alongside business immigration support.
Who is this service for?
Our Netherlands company formation for UK companies service is suitable for:
UK companies establishing an EU presence
UK businesses expanding into the Netherlands
UK companies establishing a Dutch subsidiary
UK parent companies owning a Dutch BV
UK founders launching a Dutch company
Business owners deciding between a Dutch branch and subsidiary
Companies requiring a Netherlands-based structure for European operations
Our process to open a Dutch BV from the UK
We keep the setup process straightforward by guiding you through each stage, from assessing your existing UK business to incorporating the Dutch entity and preparing it for operation.
Initial Assessment
We review your existing UK business, activities, ownership structure and plans for the Netherlands.
Company Structure
We help determine whether a Dutch BV, subsidiary, branch or another structure is appropriate based on your business requirements.
For additional guidance on directors and international ownership, see how to set up a Dutch BV as a foreign director.
Document Preparation
Our team coordinates the required shareholder, director and incorporation documentation and works with the Dutch civil-law notary.
Incorporation & Registration
We coordinate the Dutch company incorporation and KVK registration process, including power-of-attorney arrangements where appropriate.
Operational Setup
After formation, we can support your company with corporate banking, VAT, accounting, payroll, immigration, legal support and ongoing business administration.
Planning to relocate to the Netherlands?
Company formation and immigration are separate processes. If you plan to move to the Netherlands after establishing your company, our team can review both your corporate setup and immigration options.
Depending on your business and employment structure, Beyond can also support eligible companies and professionals through Highly Skilled Migrant services in the Netherlands and wider business immigration solutions.
This helps ensure your Netherlands company setup as a UK business owner or employee is considered together with your wider relocation and business objectives.
Start your Dutch company from the UK
Whether you are launching a new Dutch company, establishing a UK-owned Dutch subsidiary or expanding an existing UK business into the Netherlands, Beyond Consultancy can help you establish the right business structure.
From Dutch company incorporation and KVK registration to corporate banking, accounting, VAT, business immigration and ongoing support, our team can coordinate the essential steps through one Netherlands-based partner.
Frequently asked questions
Can a UK company set up a subsidiary in the Netherlands?
Yes. A UK company can generally establish a Dutch BV as a wholly owned subsidiary. The Dutch BV is a separate legal entity from the UK parent company, with its own Dutch registration, accounting and tax obligations.
What is the difference between a Dutch branch and subsidiary?
A Dutch branch remains part of the existing UK company, while a Dutch BV subsidiary is a separate Dutch legal entity owned by the UK parent. The appropriate option depends on factors including liability, tax, ownership and how you intend to operate in the Netherlands.
Can a UK company own 100% of a Dutch BV?
Yes. A UK parent company can generally own 100% of the shares in a Dutch BV. Foreign ownership is permitted in most sectors, although certain regulated or strategic activities may have additional requirements.
Can I set up a Dutch company from the UK without travelling?
In many cases, yes. The incorporation process can often be completed remotely using a power of attorney, although a Dutch civil-law notary must execute the deed and other providers, such as banks, may have their own identification requirements.
For more information, see how foreign directors can set up a Dutch BV.
How much does it cost to establish a Dutch BV from the UK?
The legal minimum share capital for a Dutch BV is €0.01. Formation costs vary depending on the company structure, notary and professional services required. The KVK registration fee and ongoing accounting, tax and compliance costs are separate from the share capital.
Does establishing a Dutch company give me the right to live and work in the Netherlands?
No. Company formation and immigration are separate processes. UK nationals generally need to meet the applicable residence and work requirements if they plan to relocate to the Netherlands. Beyond Consultancy can assess your potential immigration route alongside your company setup.
