Why Irish founders choose a Dutch BV

  • A central EU location with strong logistics into mainland Europe.
  • The participation exemption for group structures.
  • English widely spoken, which keeps administration straightforward.

Can you set it up from Ireland?

Yes. As an EU citizen ownership restrictions are absent, and the incorporation can usually be completed remotely through a power of attorney for the notary.

What you need

  • Passport identification for shareholders, directors and UBOs.
  • A registered office address in the Netherlands.
  • Completion of standard client due diligence.

Tax considerations

Running a Dutch BV alongside or instead of an Irish company has tax consequences in both countries. The right answer depends on where your customers, activity and management sit, so review it with an adviser.

Where this leads

This question continues in Company Formation in the Netherlands for Foreign, Setting Up a Dutch BV with Foreign Shareholders and Netherlands vs Ireland as a Holding Location.