What does a Dutch BV really cost?
Pick your setup. The calculator totals the one-off incorporation and the yearly running costs, on the 2026 figures.
| Notarial deeds | — |
| KVK registrations (€85.15 each) | — |
| One-off setup | — |
| Bookkeeping & annual accounts | — |
| Registered office | — |
| Yearly running costs | — |
Indicative market ranges, excluding VAT. Share capital starts from €0.01 and stays your money. Tax registrations (VAT, payroll, corporate income tax) are included in the KVK flow with the government fee already covered.
Costs are the small number. Structure is the big one.
The difference between a well-designed and a default structure runs into thousands per year: the 19% entry rate, the participation exemption and the salary-dividend mix. Start with the written consultation (credited in full on implementation) or read the complete BV incorporation guide and the advisory overview.
Frequently asked questions
What does it cost to set up a Dutch BV in 2026?
The KVK registration stands fixed at €85.15 and share capital starts at €0.01; the notarial tariff follows the dossier. The calculator lets you enter your own quoted tariff for a precise total.
What are the yearly costs of a BV?
Count on €800 to €1,800 per company per year for bookkeeping and the annual accounts, depending on volume and whether you outsource.
Is there a minimum share capital?
The Dutch BV starts from €0.01 share capital — capital is a business choice rather than a legal hurdle.