Why register your BV in Tilburg?
Tilburg sits in North Brabant and offers central logistics positioning, lower costs than the Randstad and a developed e-commerce hub. For international entrepreneurs choosing where to establish a Dutch BV, the city is a credible alternative to Amsterdam — lower operating costs, less competition for office space and easier access to local talent.
Industries where Tilburg performs strongly
The local economy is well-developed in e-commerce, logistics, manufacturing and creative industries. Setting up your BV in Tilburg signals to clients and partners that you are part of this regional ecosystem.
Practical setup for foreign founders
The procedure to register a BV in Tilburg is identical to anywhere else in the Netherlands — the KVK has nationwide jurisdiction and the same notary, tax and bank requirements apply. What differs is the local environment: rental costs, networking opportunities and the makeup of the talent pool.
Costs for setup are typically lower than in the Randstad: serviced office space starts at €200–300 per month, vs. €400–700 in Amsterdam. The notarial tariff is location-independent and follows the dossier. KVK fee is the standard €85.15.
Tax and compliance treatment
Your BV is taxed under Dutch corporate tax (VPB) wherever in the Netherlands it is registered. Rates 2026: 19% up to €200,000 profit, 25.8% above. The same Innovation Box, participation exemption and other tax facilities apply.
Local incentives for Tilburg-registered businesses are limited but municipal subsidies for innovation, sustainability and SME growth occasionally apply. Worth checking the Tilburg municipal economic affairs department.
Two steps further
Alongside this belong Setting Up a BV as a Real Estate Entrepreneur in 2026, Setting Up a BV as a Web Designer Or Ux Designer in 2026 and Setting Up a BV as a Marketer Or Online Marketing Agency in 2026.