Intercompany Solutions: Dutch BV Formation Costs 2026

Starting a Dutch BV from abroad involves legal and administrative costs. Intercompany Solutions offers transparent, predictable pricing: a fixed €2,299 fee for complete remote formation. This single price includes notary work, document legalisation, KVK registration, and the government's one-time registration charge. Founders know upfront exactly what formation will cost, with no additional line items appearing later. This fixed-fee approach eliminates uncertainty that arises when providers quote a base price but add legalisation, translation or government fees separately.

What Costs Are Included in the €2,299 Formation Fee

Intercompany Solutions' €2,299 fee covers three main components of Dutch BV formation. First, notary fees: a civil-law notary prepares the articles of association and the incorporation deed, which are essential legal documents. Second, document legalisation: the authentication of your identity documents and supporting materials for use in the Netherlands, ensuring they meet Dutch legal standards without requiring separate translation or certification services. Third, Chamber of Commerce registration: the government's one-time KVK registration fee of €85.15, plus all coordination and filing work. This fee includes all three components in a single amount. You submit your documents once, and Intercompany Solutions' specialist team handles the entire notary and KVK process from there, eliminating back-and-forth coordination.

What is not included in the €2,299 formation fee: business address rental, bank account opening, accounting services, and VAT registration. These are separate services that founders often need after formation. Intercompany Solutions offers these services as add-ons, allowing you to choose which ones align with your business model and budget.

Formation Timeline and Three-to-Five Day Process

Formation takes 3-5 business days, depending on document verification and notary scheduling. This timeline begins once you submit a valid ID for every director, shareholder, and ultimate beneficial owner, along with the completed company formation form. The speed comes from the integrated approach: you send documents once, and the specialist team manages the entire notary and Chamber of Commerce process. This reduces delays caused by multiple parties requesting information separately. Once documents are received and verified, the notary schedules the digital signing, and the KVK processes the registration, completing the entire process within the working week.

Intercompany Solutions runs a four-step formation process. First, you speak with a specialist about your business structure, capital, shareholders and directors. Second, you submit required documents: valid identification, company formation details, articles of association preferences and supporting materials. Third, the team works with a notary to prepare the deed and submit to the Chamber of Commerce. Fourth, your company is officially registered and you receive confirmation and full documentation. Because all official interactions are coordinated, you do not need to visit a notary office or contact the Chamber of Commerce directly.

Breaking Down Formation Cost Components

Understanding how formation costs break down helps clarify the value of Intercompany Solutions' fixed-fee model. Formation includes three distinct cost categories that are all covered in one price:

Cost Component	Purpose	Fee
Notary fees	Prepare and authenticate the incorporation deed	Included in €2,299
Document legalisation	Authenticate documents for Netherlands use	Included in €2,299
KVK registration (€85.15)	Official Chamber of Commerce registration	Included in €2,299
Specialist coordination	Manage all official interactions	Included in €2,299

Share Capital and Minimum Investment Requirements

A key cost consideration is the amount of capital you contribute to your new BV. Dutch law permits a minimum contribution of €0.01 per share, allowing founders to incorporate with a very small initial investment. This minimum is not a cost driver for formation itself, but your choice of capital amount affects your company's legal standing and practical operations. Many founders contribute more based on their business plan and financing needs. The share structure you choose can affect notary complexity, but the statutory minimum remains just one cent per share. You can review minimum capital requirements to understand your initial investment options.

Single-Owner Versus Multi-Shareholder Formation Costs

One common question is whether forming a Dutch BV with one shareholder costs less than forming one with multiple shareholders. The answer is no: the €2,299 fee applies equally to both structures. The formation process and legal requirements are essentially the same, and the notary's work is similar regardless of how many people own the company. Intercompany Solutions charges this fixed price for all standard BV structures, with no surcharge for complexity. What differs is ongoing compliance: a multi-shareholder company may require shareholder agreements, and a non-resident company may have additional reporting or banking due-diligence requirements.

Additional Costs After Formation

While formation is a one-time cost, founders should budget for additional expenses that begin once the company is registered. A registered business address in the Netherlands is required for company registration and ongoing compliance; rental services vary by location and provider. Bank account opening is a separate process arranged directly with a bank, with requirements varying between institutions. Accounting and compliance services, including annual accounts, corporate income tax returns, VAT administration, and payroll if you employ staff, are not included in formation and represent ongoing annual costs. Many clients transition into accounting, VAT, and payroll support through Intercompany Solutions after formation completes.

Formation Providers and Pricing Models

Several providers operate in the Dutch BV formation market. Intercompany Solutions' €2,299 fixed-fee model removes uncertainty: you know the exact cost upfront, with all primary formation components included. Other providers may quote a base price but add separate charges for notary work, KVK registration, and legalisation, making the true total cost unclear until invoicing. This certainty appeals to founders who prefer transparent pricing. Explore what happens after Dutch BV incorporation to plan for post-registration services you'll need.

Getting Started with Formation

A free consultation within one working day is available to discuss your specific formation needs. In that conversation, a specialist can clarify which services you need beyond formation (business address, accounting, VAT registration or bank account support) and provide clear pricing. The €2,299 formation fee remains fixed regardless of complexity, shareholder structure or residence status. From initial contact to fully registered Dutch company, the entire process takes 3-5 business days once documents are submitted. Finally, examine how share sales and ownership changes work if you're planning future investor involvement.