Why Utrecht for your BV (besloten vennootschap, the Dutch private limited company)?
Utrecht combines a central location (everything within 30 minutes) with lower costs than Amsterdam. The city attracts IT companies, scale-ups and healthcare entrepreneurs. Key BV sectors in Utrecht: IT and software, healthcare and medtech, education and e-learning, financial services.
Innovation box for Utrecht IT companies
Utrecht has a high concentration of IT companies using the innovation box. If you develop software with a valid WBSO declaration, profit from that software is taxed at 9% instead of 19% Vpb. Apply via RVO.nl before starting the project.
Notary fees Utrecht 2026
| Cost item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Online notary | €400 – €700 |
| Notary office (Utrecht) | €1,200 – €2,100 |
| KVK registration | €85.15 |
| Annual accountant (Utrecht) | €1,800 – €4,000 |
The neighbouring questions
Three pages sit directly alongside this one: Incorporating a BV, Incorporating a BV as a Doctor or Medical Specialist 2026 and Incorporating a Holding BV.