Contracting in Holland

[rober]

Hi,

Been offered a contract in Holland but was wondering if anyone has any info on the tax rules and whether umbrella companies are available.

Cheers

R

[Jubber]

I was over there a few years ago.

The agency insisted I was paid through a firm of accountants of their choice. This is to do with 'chain law' that exists out there apparently - the agency are liable for any unpaid tax etc. The accountants applied for the '30% rule' ,which gives a proportion of tax relief to non residents. (I think it was 35% back then) I saw about 70% of my money in the end. Until the '30% rule' came through I was taxed at over 50% - but I got it all back.

Tax is large out there, so do your homework before you sign.

Great country. Lovely people.