Self-Employment

Be your own boss! Find out how to freelance or start your own business in the Netherlands, including how to manage the administrative basics of self-employment successfully.

Business loans in the Netherlands

Discover the best financing routes for your Dutch business. Financing options for a business loan range from major Dutch banks and microfinance to public schemes, leasing, and regional support. But the right route depends on your business stage, legal structure, and financial record. In this guide we explain the main financing routes, who may qualify, […]

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Best apps to make money in the Netherlands

Finding the best apps to make money in the Netherlands is less about quick cash and more about choosing options that fit Dutch rules, payout methods, and language needs. Some apps provide paid work or freelance income, while others help you sell unwanted items or save money through cashback. Sign-up requirements and payout methods can […]

How to start a business in the Netherlands

Looking to start a business in the Netherlands? Discover the different legal structures and their regulations, plus resources and incentives.

Becoming a freelancer (ZZP’er) in the Netherlands

Learn the requirements and registration process of becoming a freelancer (ZZP’er) in the Netherlands, and how to help your business thrive.

Starting a business and keeping the 30% ruling in the Netherlands

Expat starting their own business in the Netherlands might be able to claim the 30% ruling and get a tax exemption on part of their earnings.

How to run a business in the Netherlands

Keep your admin in order when running a business in the Netherlands. Get clued up on business insurance, taxes, banking, and more.

Freelance taxes in the Netherlands in 2026

Do you have your own business or are you making money on the side? Here’s what you need to know about freelance taxes in the Netherlands.