Planning to set up a company? Then the first thing you need to do is choose a business form. In the Netherlands there are all kinds of business forms including: eenmanszaak, VOF, but also the BV (private limited company) and NV (public limited company). Although the BV and NV look alike, they are different. In this article, we will discuss what a BV, NV and holding is, what their differences and similarities are and what is best suited for your business.
On this page:
What is a holding?
A holding company is a company in which you place the shares of your operating company and which mainly derives profit from dividends paid out. A holding company has the advantage of internal loans and spreading risk in investments.
Another major difference is about the starting capital. For the starting of a NV, you need € 45.000, while you only need of € 0.01 for starting a BV. Years ago, this difference was much smaller. Since 2012, the law changed, so the previously required € 18.000 converted to € 0.01.
We explain the similarities of liability and establishment below.
As with a BV, you must also go to the notary for the establishment of an NV. The notary draws up the notarial deed. He also takes care of the registration in the Chamber of Commerce. All directors are registered in the Commercial Register. Until this is done, you are personally liable. Furthermore, you must deposit at least € 45.000 as starting capital in the company.
The business register includes the following information (both BV and NV):
Also interesting:
Fill out the request form and within 48 hours we will put you in touch with a maximum of 3 new bookkeepers or accountants in your area. You then compare and choose the accountant that suits you best.
Onze dienst is geheel gratis en vrijblijvend voor jou als ondernemer.