Rules and laws

If you run a business, you need to keep up to date on all the rules and laws that apply to your company. Here you find articles on various important updates regarding rules and laws in the Netherlands. Moreover, you can check out business.gov.nl for more information on rules and laws.

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GDPR: what does it mean for you?

The GDPR privacy law requires a lot from businesses. These 10 questions can help you become GDPR-proof and avoid any fines.

Everything you need to know about the VAT ID

If the Tax Administration determines you are an entrepreneur for VAT purposes, you get 2 numbers. Find out what those numbers are and how to use them.

Ban on single-use plastics

On 3 July 2021, the EU ban on disposable plastics has come into effect. You can no longer use single-use plastic straws, cups, cutlery, and plates.

Budget Day 2021

How will the Dutch governmental plans affect your business? Watch the video to find out what happens on Budget Day (Prinsjesdag).

Watch the KVK Budget Day videoopent in een nieuw venster

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Editor’s pick

Reproduction rights (reprorecht): how it works

What exactly are reprographic reproduction rights? When do entrepreneurs have to pay for such rights and how is the amount calculated?

Making an appointment

Do you want to register or take over a business, change a legal form or register an officer? To do so, you need to make an appointment at one of the 19 KVK offices. Use our appointment planner to schedule your appointment.

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Rules and laws

In the spotlight

GDPR: what does it mean for you?

Everything you need to know about the VAT ID

Ban on single-use plastics

Budget Day 2021

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Editor’s pick

Reproduction rights (reprorecht): how it works

Making an appointment

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