Dutch accounting guides for founders working in English.
Plain-English guides for international founders running a Dutch BV. Start with VAT deadlines, Xero setup, or choosing an accountant who can explain the Dutch system without the jargon.
Start with the problem you have today.
Choose the guide that matches what is blocking you right now.
Not sure where to start? Begin with the deadline guide if you run a Dutch BV, the Xero guide if your books are messy, or the Amsterdam checklist if you are choosing an accountant.
Guides
Three practical reads for common finance questions we hear from international founders in the Netherlands.
English-speaking accountant in Amsterdam: checklist for Dutch BV founders
What to ask before choosing an accountant for your Dutch BV, VAT, reporting, Xero, and monthly finance rhythm.
Read the checklist
Xero setup for a Dutch BV: 7 workflows to get right
A practical guide to chart of accounts, VAT codes, bank feeds, invoices, receipts, reporting, and review dates.
Build the workflow
Dutch BV accounting deadlines: VAT returns, annual accounts, and monthly close
A founder-friendly overview of VAT return dates, annual accounts timing, and the monthly habits that prevent last-minute stress.
Check the datesWhat to read first.
If you are choosing an accountant, start with the Amsterdam checklist. If Xero is already in place but the books feel messy, use the Xero setup guide. If a filing date is coming up, open the Dutch BV deadline guide first.
Each guide gives you the questions to ask, the documents to prepare, and the point where it makes sense to get help.
Who are these guides for?
English-speaking founders, freelancers, and small teams running a Dutch BV or business in the Netherlands.
How often are they updated?
The deadline guide should be checked yearly. Xero and VAT guidance should be reviewed when rules, bank feeds, or software workflows change.
What if I need help now?
Book a short consultation with Orange Kiwi and bring the specific question you are trying to answer.
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