Expert guidance on Dutch tax and social security obligations for international employers

We help employers and internationally mobile employees stay compliant with Dutch tax and social security laws. Minimizing risks, maximizing efficiency.

Tax and social security. Managing compliance for global workforces in the Netherlands

Navigating Dutch tax and social security obligations can be complex, especially for companies with cross-border employees. Our experts help you understand what’s due, when, and how to report it, ensuring compliance for both employers and employees. This is especially relevant for HR departments dealing with inbound or outbound expat employees, remote workers, and international assignments.

 

At Exterus, we promise full support in managing your Dutch tax and social security responsibilities. From salary split arrangements to A1 applications, our team ensures your obligations are met, and your workforce stays mobile, compliant, and stress-free.

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Tax and social security compliance

We offer a full-service approach to ensure compliance with tax and social security regulations in the Netherlands, tailored to the needs of international employers and their globally mobile staff.

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Tax compliance

Accurate and timely tax compliance is essential for employers with international employees. We ensure full support with Dutch income tax obligations for both inbound and outbound staff.

Exterus helps you with:

Preparing and filing Dutch income tax returns (M-form, C-form, P-form)

Income tax advice for expatriates and non-residents

Box 1, 2, and 3 income structuring

Tax credit assessments and optimization

Social security coordination

Managing social security for internationally mobile employees can be complex. We help you determine the applicable legislation and take care of registrations and exemptions.

Exterus helps you with:

A1 certificate applications (EU regulation)

Determining applicable social security law (EU and treaty countries)

Registration with the Dutch SVB (Sociale Verzekeringsbank)

Advice on social security premiums and exemptions

Cross-border tax and payroll structuring

Cross-border workers require tax and payroll arrangements that are both compliant and efficient. Our solutions align international payroll and tax processes with Dutch regulations.

Exterus helps you with:

Salary split structuring and implementation

Treaty-based tax planning and double taxation relief

Coordination between foreign and Dutch payroll providers

Advice on tax equalization policies

Peace of mind through complete compliance with Dutch tax and social security laws

We simplify the complex Dutch regulatory landscape for employers and employees, reducing risk, ensuring timely filings, and avoiding penalties.

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Full-service support tailored to international workforces

Our Tax & Social security experts understand the tax and social security implications of cross-border employment. We offer end-to-end support from assessing tax residency status to managing dual payrolls, ensuring smooth operations and compliance every step of the way.

Expert handling of A1 certificates

We handle all paperwork and communication with the Dutch tax office and SVB to secure A1 declarations. This saves time, supports compliance in multiple jurisdictions, and gives expats a financial advantage.

Proactive approach to avoid double taxation and reduce costs

We analyze tax treaties and applicable regulations to identify opportunities for exemptions or reliefs. Our planning strategies help minimize double taxation, optimize net income for employees, and reduce overall employer burdens.

Optimize Dutch taxes and social security for maximum efficiency

Our team is dedicated to identifying tax-saving opportunities and reducing social security costs of your international employees. We ensure your tax and social security strategy aligns with both Dutch regulations and your global mobility objectives, providing you with the most cost-effective solution.

Latest news and insights on Tax and Social Security

Stay updated and get more insights from our experts on tax and social security through our knowledge portal.

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Are you sure your employees are compliant with Dutch tax and social security rules?

What if an employee unexpectedly becomes a tax resident? What are the risks of not filing an M-form correctly?

 

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Why partner with Exterus

We have Global Employment Mobility at our core

Exterus offers tailored solutions for navigating the complexities of Dutch income tax and social security regulations. Our expertise ensures that international employees and their employers are fully compliant with local tax laws, optimizing financial outcomes while minimizing the risk of costly penalties. Whether you’re dealing with expatriate tax returns, social security exemptions, or cross-border payroll management, we simplify every step of the process.

However, our distinct specialization lies in comprehensively addressing all facets of global employee mobility. This focused expertise allows us to deeply understand our clients' challenges and provide integrated support. Consequently, our clients can confidently ensure a seamless onboarding experience for their international workforce in the Netherlands.

Our team of Tax and Social Security experts

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Senior Tax Advisor

Tessy Uytdewilligen

Tax Advisor

Cinthia van Vliet

Consultant Tax Compliance

Esther van Dam

Junior Tax Advisor

Jun Yee

Tax Manager

Jantiene van der Velden-Fels

Tax Support

Jolanda Jellema

What our clients say

We provide top tier services on all aspects of Global Employment Mobility, but what really makes us stand out from the crowd is our client centric approach and our passion for solving complex problems. Don’t just take our word for it!

Samsung SDS

HR manager

“Exterus is strong in supporting the set-up of payroll administrations, they are an advisor with expertise. We really see Exterus as a partner, almost as a colleague. In particular, the specific knowledge regarding our Asian expats is of added value to us. In addition to payroll, they also provide tax and immigration advice for this group of employees.”

Excellent Services

Sophia Mavromatis

Human Resources

“We have a very good experience in cooperating with Exterus. We are in close contact on topics such as 30% rulings, Visa applications for expats and payroll related topics. All questions are always answered or sorted out quickly. We recently attended an online webinar with the team, in which Exterus updated us on the latest developments regarding the COVID situation. The presentation was very clear and provided us with the necessary tools to resolve certain issues ourselves or to prevent undesirable situations.”

All questions answered quickly

Llywela van der Stam

HR Advisor

“We have been working with Exterus since 2019 and have experienced our collaboration as more then positive. The service and information that is provided by Exterus can be described as professional, clear, and quick in response. The people working at Exterus have a personal approach and are able to convey difficult information in a very clear way – they are obviously experts in their field of expertise. Not only are we happy with their services, we are also satisfied with the rates for these services. I would certainly recommend Exterus to any organization looking for tax related advice and services.”

Professional, clear, and quick

Tonya Tolmeijer

Senior Human Resources Manager

"I really enjoy working with Exterus, their expertise and their manner is one of the reasons we continue to go back to Exterus. I can count on that the advice is correct/accurate, fast and fully reliable."

Accurate, reliable advice

Liesbeth de Geus

HR Manager

“Exterus is a reliable partner that relieves you of any concerns when hiring employees from abroad. Not only do they guide us as an employer step by step in the formal process, they also act as a source of information for our (future) employees who often have a lot of questions and uncertainties. The clear and informal communication ensures that we, but also our employees, enter into an employment relationship feeling good.”

Source of information for employees

John Digno R.

Senior Engineer

“Exterus – A Great Solution Provider for Immigration in The Netherlands! With their professional team and fit for purpose approach, my transition here flows seamlessly and smoothly. Thanks for their well organized and dedicated team that handles immediate action to your clarifications and needs. Keep up the good work!”

Fit for purpose approach, seamless transition

Danielle de Zwart

HR Professional

“Exterus unburdens! In short, that is what the collaboration with Exterus means for us. For our small, but international, organization they take care of the payroll and provide advice when we ask, or when necessary, even without being asked. The lines are short and the communication is clear. At Exterus they say what they do and they do what they say, and that works very well.”

Exterus unburdens, short communication lines

Debbie Angotti

Senior Manager Payroll

"Greg, Evert and the team are always very accommodating and prompt with processing my payroll. They make my job easier and I look forward to continuing the partnership with them."

Prompt and accommodating

Mohamed Khater

Therapeutical Area Physician

"Thank you and all your colleagues for your professional support & services that we had for nearly a year."

Professional support

Eilidh Crawford

HR Business Partner

“Exterus have supported us with the processing of our Dutch payroll since 2018. They provide timely and accurate support on a monthly basis and are always very responsive to any queries we may have in relation to salary calculations or any applicable deductions. As a UK based employer with a newly registered Dutch entity, the support and guidance Exterus have provided has been pivotal in our ability to support our team members as they join us in The Hague.”

Pivotal in support of team members

Stephan Swinkels

Partner

"Exterus has been unburdening me and my employer for many years. Everything is always well organized, questions are always answered quickly and what I particularly appreciate is that the team thinks proactively!"

Exterus team thinks proactively

Jean-Mehdi Azuelos

Director

" I am a very small client, but Stephanie and all the team always gave me immediate complete personalized support when needed, which proved very helpful. I had previous experiences with other companies not remotely as pleasant."

Complete personalized support

P. Koolen

Retired Board Member

“Many years of experience with Exterus in cross-border (income) tax files, in the business and private sphere. Exterus stands for a committed approach and exceptional craftsmanship combined with a high level of service. The expectations raised are fully realized. Exterus makes complex matters manageable. As a customer, the feeling of being unburdened predominates.”

Exterus unburdens

Anouk Ammerlaan

Finance and Office Administrator

“Thanks to Exterus’ commitment it is easy to keep everything running smoothly. With their pro-active approach and early identification speed, they create a valuable role for themselves within our company. With complete confidence we put payroll administration in their hands. Next to our mutual trust, we also experience contact as very pleasant. Together you stand strong and with Exterus that is definitely the case!”

Speedy identification, complete confidence

Jacqueline Chi-Bikom

Human Resources

"EXTERUS have always met our expectation to provide us with payroll services professionally and on time. I am also very happy that you always respond to queries on time and with the right documentations."

Payroll professional and on time

Shivayogi Aiholli

SFDC Functional Consultant

“I have really liked and appreciate all for your assistance during my expat stay in the Netherlands. You have helped us from scratch to the end of my tenure, in times of need, especially Exterus mates working on immigration, payrolling and tax filing. Words are not enough to express my gratitude and I strongly recommend Exterus when moving in, and out, of the Netherlands. I pray that one day our paths can cross again.”

Assistance from scratch to end of tenure

Yvette Mommen

Head of HR & Recruitment

“Exterus is a real business partner when it comes to expats/assignments and tax related matters. What I truly like is that they are taking ownership of the full advice by using their partners abroad. One point of contact and clear understandable advice with a personal touch. I highly recommend them as a partner to your business needs. Exterus is one of the few service providers where I can honestly say: ‘Exceeding customer expectations!’”

Clear understandable advice

Ellen van Puffelen

Human Resources Advisor Field

“I have been working with Exterus for some time now and I find working with the team of Exterus a real pleasure! I find them very service oriented meaning that they are able to listen, ask the right questions, clarifying everything that’s unclear (with a lot of patience) and respond promptly. They have solid expertise and deliver work of high quality. I would surely recommend Exterus for receiving clear advice in – often- complex matters.”

Clear advice in complex matters

Alexandra Katanaev

HR Assistant

“Exterus is a very professional, helpful and communicative company. The procedures are closely monitored so that it always runs smoothly. In addition, we, and our employees, can always ask questions and this is quickly dealt with by our contact person. We appreciate this great collaboration!”

Professional, helpful, and communicative company

Olga Kononova

Head of Marketing

"You feel it from Day One and never lose this feeling over the entire journey with Exterus – the team puts customer-centricity and experience at the heart of their business philosophy. Both for choosers and users of their services. Reliable, fully transparent, always on time and ready to find a solution that is the best for you."

With customer experience at the heart

Erik van der Vrugt

HR Advisor

"Exterus was the company that supported us to our satisfaction with the tax matters in relation to working in Denmark. After the initial setup we had one contact person. This worked very well, because she could explain matters in a comprehensive way towards our employees and handled all contacts with third parties."

One contact person handles all

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Ensure seamless compliance with Dutch tax and social security laws while optimizing costs and minimizing risks for your international employees

Do you want to know how Exterus can assist your with managing Dutch tax filings, social security obligations, and employee mobility, book a free meeting with one of our Tax and Social Security specialists.

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