As a freelancer in the Netherlands, you can pay up to 49.50% income tax on your profit in Box 1. By structuring smartly, you can save thousands of euros. We advise on all entrepreneur deductions (self-employed deduction EUR 2,470 in 2025, SME profit exemption 12.70%), VAT optimisation including the small business scheme (KOR, threshold EUR 20,000) and calculate when a BV becomes more tax-efficient — the tipping point is typically around EUR 100,000-150,000 in profit. You receive a personal advisory report with concrete recommendations. Fixed price EUR 249.
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Concrete advice on three fiscal pillars that have the most impact for freelancers: structuring, VAT and the BV decision.
We analyse your profit and loss and determine which deductions you can fully utilise — including zelfstandigenaftrek, startersaftrek and MKB-winstvrijstelling.
What to expect:
From the KOR threshold to the 2026 VAT changes: we make sure your VAT position is correct and you don't remit unnecessary turnover tax.
What to expect:
We calculate exactly when a BV is more tax-efficient for you than a sole trader, including DGA salary, corporate tax and box 2.
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Three clear steps. No jargon. You provide the numbers, we do the analysis.
After your request, you receive a targeted questionnaire about your turnover, costs, investments and future plans. You securely submit your figures so our tax specialists get a complete picture.
We analyse your deductions, VAT position and calculate whether a BV is more tax-efficient. We compare sole trader vs. BV based on your current profit figures.
You receive a clear report with concrete recommendations: which deductions you can use, whether the KOR is beneficial and whether switching to a BV is worthwhile — including the exact tipping point.
We schedule a video call to go through the advice together and answer your questions. Ready to take action? We help you with the next step.
Whatever your situation is, we handle your taxes personally, carefully, and fast.
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Key amounts and thresholds for self-employed professionals in the Netherlands. Miss nothing, pay no more than necessary.
Zelfstandigenaftrek
EUR 2,470 (2025) / EUR 1,200 (2026)
Drops further to EUR 900 in 2027. Only available with 1,225+ hours urencriterium.
MKB-winstvrijstelling
12.70%
Free deduction on profit after zelfstandigenaftrek — valid in both 2025 and 2026.
KOR threshold
EUR 20,000 turnover/year
Small business VAT exemption: no VAT to remit below this turnover threshold.
BV tipping point
approx. EUR 100,000-150,000 profit
Rule of thumb: above this level a BV may be more tax-efficient than sole trader.
VAT change 2026
9% to 21%
Arts, culture, sport, books and accommodation: VAT rate increased from 1 Jan 2026.
Hours criterion
1,225 hours/year
Minimum hours required for zelfstandigenaftrek and startersaftrek (belastingdienst.nl).
Starter's deduction
EUR 2,123
Additional deduction for new entrepreneurs, available 3 times in first 5 years.
Corporate tax low rate (BV)
19%
Corporate tax on profits up to EUR 200,000. Above: 25.8%.
Sources: Dutch Tax Authority · KVK (Chamber of Commerce)
No matter your tax question, Jan de Belastingman is here for you. Don't see your question? Get in touch .
Tax matters don't have to be complicated. We make sure you know exactly where you stand — and that you never pay more than necessary.
Luuk
Tax Specialist & Director
As the person ultimately responsible, Luuk leads our team of tax specialists and ensures the quality of every tax return and every piece of advice. With years of experience at leading firms, he knows exactly where the opportunities lie — and makes sure you benefit from them.