Question 1

What are the VAT rates in the Netherlands?

Accepted Answer

The Netherlands has three VAT rates: 21% (standard rate for most goods and services), 9% (reduced rate for food, books, medicine, etc.) and 0% (exempt for exports, education, healthcare).

Question 2

When do I need to calculate VAT?

Accepted Answer

You must calculate VAT when selling goods and services if you are VAT liable. This applies from a turnover of €20,000 per year. Below this amount you are a small business and do not need to calculate VAT.

Question 3

How do I calculate VAT from a gross amount?

Accepted Answer

To calculate VAT from a gross amount: VAT = (gross amount × VAT percentage) ÷ (100 + VAT percentage). For 21% VAT: VAT = gross × 21 ÷ 121. Net amount = gross - VAT.

Question 4

What is the difference between VAT-inclusive and VAT-exclusive?

Accepted Answer

VAT-exclusive (net) is the price without VAT. VAT-inclusive (gross) is the price with VAT included. Consumers usually see VAT-inclusive prices, businesses often work with VAT-exclusive prices.

Question 5

When do I need to file VAT returns?

Accepted Answer

VAT returns must be filed periodically with the tax authority: monthly (turnover > €1,883,000), quarterly (€20,000 - €1,883,000), or annually (small businesses under €20,000).

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