A VAT refund guide to Netherlands

How to get VAT Refunds from Netherlands for your business
Exploring business opportunities in Netherlands? Read on to learn more about VAT in the Netherlands as well as their rules and regulations.
The below information details the requirements needed to be eligible for a VAT refund. This includes claimable expense types, Netherlands VAT rates, deadlines and claiming periods.
Netherlands

Which countries have reciprocity with Netherlands?

All countries can claim

For a more detailed explanation on what reciprocity means within the scope of VAT, click here:

What expenses are claimable in Netherlands?

Entertainment

Entertainment
0%
Hotels & Accommodation
9%
Restaurants
0%

Events

Conferences, Trade Shows & Exhibitions
21%
Training Courses & Seminars
21%

Travel Related

Car Rental
21%
Fuel
21%
Public Transport
9%
Taxis
9%

General Expenses

Goods
21%
Inter-company charges
21%
Office Expenses
21%
Marketing Costs
21%
Professional Fees & AP invoices
21%

Additional Information

How far back can your business claim VAT from Netherlands?
Up to 5 years after the year in which VAT was incurred.
What’s the foreign VAT deadline in Netherlands?
30 September for companies that are based inside the EU (including Canary Islands and Monaco). 30 June for companies that are based outside the EU (excluding Canary Islands and Monaco).
How long does it take to receive a VAT refund from Netherlands?
Depending on the complexity of your application and the capacity at the VAT authority, it can take up to 6 months for EU businesses and up to 10 months for Non-EU businesses to receive a VAT refund from the Netherlands

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