Providing global payroll service to businesses in 135 countries
A Dutch HR & Payroll Services Provider
That Speaks Your Language
IRIS Global Workforce Management makes your global expansion faster and easier. We provide Netherlands HR and payroll services that streamline the hiring process and make managing payroll simple – making sure all of your employees are paid on time, every time.
Comprehensive HR and Payroll Coverage
Our team is ready to support you and your company in expanding to the Netherlands. We provide comprehensive coverage so you can focus on growing while we handle everything else. We’re here to make Netherlands payroll simple, ensuring you’re compliant with all relevant legislation and guidelines.
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Employer Payroll Taxes
With IRIS Global Workforce Management we cover all of your Netherlands employer payroll tax needs, from starting your company to processing payroll each pay period. We handle it all, so your employees can be paid accurately every time.
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Recruiting and Hiring
Your expansion to the Netherlands hinges on the talent, knowledge, and experience of your employees. We can handle the hiring and recruitment process for you, providing comprehensive coverage to make sure you have the talent you need to succeed.
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Employment Law Compliance
Non-compliance with Netherlands employer payroll tax laws is not treated lightly by the Dutch Revenue Service (DRS). Depending on the size and frequency of the offense, non-compliance can lead to fines, fees, and imprisonment. We help you become and stay compliant and will respond to any potential Dutch tax audits.
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Global Payment Services
Employees in the Netherlands should be paid on time and should not have to worry about additional fees or currency exchange rates. They are entitled to their full salary every pay period. We help you navigate employee and partner payments in the Netherlands to and ensure accurately every time.
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Information about The Netherlands
Doing Business in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is ranked as one of the most competitive economies in the world, and 5 out of the top 10 regions in the EU Regional Competitive Index are in the Netherlands. Global companies fight for a place in the Netherlands because of its highly skilled workforce paired with one of the most prosperous economies in the world, and tax incentives to help jumpstart innovation and business activities.
The Netherlands education system attracts students from around the globe and produces some of the best-trained and high-performing graduates, making it a strong place to build your company.
Because the Netherlands provides support and attracts people from a global audience, it’s very common for Dutch citizens to be multilingual, with 90% of the population speaking Dutch and English, and many speaking German, French, and Spanish.
Employer Payroll Taxes in the Netherlands
Dutch employees must have taxes withheld and reported from each paycheck. Payroll taxes include disability insurance (Arbeidsongeschiktheidsfonds / Aof laag), health insurance contributions (Heffings ZVW premie), differentiated premium work resumption fund (premie WHK gediff), and unemployment insurance (AWF hoog).
The biggest change in tax laws is the Dutch’s “Box System”. Depending on which box the income comes from changes the rate at which it is taxed. Each type of taxable income is taxed separately and under its own schedule. As an employer, you will only have to worry about the first box, which refers to taxable income from work. Boxes two (income from substantial interest) and three (income from savings and investment) are managed and reported by each individual.
Employee Benefits in the Netherlands
Every worker, no matter their migration status, is entitled to an employment contract and certain statutory benefits. In addition to standard benefits like a national minimum wage and paid time off, the Netherlands sets standards around the maximum hours an employee is allowed to work per week. According to the Working Hours Act (Arbeidstijdenwet) a single shift can be no more than 12 hours long, and employees must have at least eleven hours off between shifts to help ensure a healthy work-life balance. Work schedules must be submitted and visible to employees, and any changes in the schedule should happen at least 28 days before the changes take effect.
Employers must offer a minimum of 20 days PTO each year, but many employers offer 25 days or more. Additionally, every employee has the right to a holiday allowance (vakanteigeld). The minimum holiday allowance is 8% of their gross yearly wage. This is a mandatory yearly bonus. Holiday allowance is usually paid as a lump sum in May or June, but can be paid at a different date or in installments at the employer’s discretion with the written consent of your employee(s).
Doing Business in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is a global hub for technology, finance, science, sustainability and more. It promotes an unrivaled quality of life and supports a highly competitive economic climate, and attracts companies from around the globe. Amsterdam is an interconnected city where companies can find partners within walking distance, helping streamline the production process.
Amsterdam also goes above and beyond with annual events, conferences, and workshops to help companies build their global professional network.
Doing Business in Rotterdam
Rotterdam is Europe’s largest seaport, making it a central hub for international trade and business. Many companies are choosing to expand into Rotterdam for its access to the global marketplace, but also its thriving international business community.
Rotterdam is a great city to expand to because of the physical material trade that made it popular, but it is also becoming a hub for innovation and technology. The city is investing in fostering tech-driven ideas, and is actively sponsoring co-working spaces and collaborative projects. This connection to both the physical and technical industries has created a diverse and well-skilled workforce that can help any business take its next step.
Doing Business in The Hague
The Hague is the stage for political global change. It is the home for monumental organizations trying to change the world like the International Criminal Court, Europol, the International Court of Justice, and the Peace Palace, but it is also a frontrunner in discussing technological changes and preparing for the future.
Companies that are looking to cause a revolution expand to The Hague. Leading multinational companies like Shell, Q8 and engineering companies call The Hague home as they develop sustainable solutions that are transitioning the energy industry to more renewable forms of energy. And the same is happening with companies focusing on cyber security, finance, and IT.
Employer Must-Dos
In The Netherlands, the following reports must be submitted to strict deadlines:
- Payroll taxes are measured by the calendar year, but filing occurs between May 1st and July 1st of the next year.
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IRIS Global Workforce Management simplifies compliance with your Dutch payroll and HR regulations and legislation, while also helping your employees be paid on time, every time. Download one of our free guides today to learn more.
HR and Payroll Services for the Netherlands
Our comprehensive Dutch payroll and HR services are designed to expertly manage the bureaucracy and red tape of Dutch legislation to help your company thrive. Our cost-effective services include, but are not restricted to:
- Payroll Processing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Benefits Administration
- Handling of payments (salaries & social charges)
- Pension Administration
- Payroll Audit Assistance
- WebCentre Services
- Legal Entity Services
- Business Visa Applications
- Work Permit Applications
- Legal Advice/Services
- Translation Services
- Assistance with start-up (in link with lawyers)
- Monthly Master Report
- Employee Registration with German Health Insurance
- Tax advice, Bookkeeping & Accounting
Stay Compliant – HR and Payroll
Services in the Netherlands
There is no reason to be non-compliant with Dutch payroll and tax laws. See how we can help you make payroll and HR easy again by speaking to an in-country expert.