Conto Umbrella Netherlands

The Netherlands is home to a substantial expat community, many attracted by tax allowances and interesting contract opportunities. With its vastly multicultural society and laid-back, liberal outlook, The Netherlands is an interesting prospect for the European contractor.

In order to be tax compliant, the contractor must be an employee of Conto Direct and have all remuneration paid out in the form of employment income subject to Dutch tax and social charges. Conto will take care of monthly payments to the tax and social security authorites taking away the headache for the contractor.

Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE): how does it work?
It couldn't be easier - we'll provide you with your personalised online calculator which indicates your expected take home pay.

What happens next?

  • You will be sent a registration form for completion and an information pack

  • We will set you up on our system and provide you with online log in details

  • We sign a contract with your agency

  • You enter into an employment contract with us

  • BSN (formerly Sofi) number- Everyone who works in the Netherlands must obtain a BSN number. This is a tax-identification number and EU nationals can obtain one by simply visiting a local tax office with your passport.

  • 30% ruling- We can assist in obtaining a 30% ruling in order to increase your overall retentions, terms and conditions apply.

What do we do throughout your contract?

  • You input your timesheet and  expenses, weekly, fortnightly or monthly online

  • We raise an invoice on your behalf to your agency

  • On receipt of cleared funds, we initiate a transfer of funds into your personal bank account.

  • Normally, your funds will be received in your account within 3 working days.

  • Your payslip is emailed to you as soon as the payment is released.


Our fees:

Our charging structure is based on a fixed monthly fee, which incorporates all of the services listed.  This unique approach allows us to offer you a complete accounting service for monthly tax deductible fees of 165 euros per month. If you would like to increase your overall net take home pay via the use of a 30% ruling there is an additional charge of 600 euros ( 12 month certificate). You will not find any hidden fees or charges within our service. There are no start up charges or early termination fees, we only get paid when you submit a timesheet.

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