How do BTW numbers work if I start a business?

  • Edited 2 March 2026
  • 1 min
  • Starting
  • Finance

When you start a business in the Netherlands, you will get 2 BTW (VAT) numbers. Many new business owners wonder what the difference is between these numbers, what they are used for, and how to find them. In this video, KVK presenters Max and Lisanne explain in just one minute which numbers you will receive and how to use them. With English subtitles.

Frequently asked questions:

  • How do I get a BTW-ID (VAT identification) and a BTW (VAT) number?
  • What are these numbers used for – with customers or with the Netherlands Tax Administration?
  • How can I find my existing numbers if I have lost them?
  • Not sure which number to use in your situation? Take a look at the article on the VAT numbers.