Dutch Stichting (Foundation)
- One-time fee
- Dutch Public Notary Fees
- Power of Attorney
- Registration at the Kamer van Koophandel (Chamber of Commerce)
- Draft of the Deed of Incorporation (Dutch & English translation) (one round of revision)
- Shareholder’s Register
- Company Extract & Business License
- **ex. Registered Office Address**
- **ex. one-time government fee**
What is a Dutch Stichting?
The Dutch Stichting (Foundation) is a unique legal entity with limited liability. The foundation is a (self-owning) corporate entity, without any share capital or shareholders. This means the Foundation can own assets, a bank account, and even decide to perform profitable or non-profitable activities (to which different tax treatments apply. A Stichting can obtain a tax-free status, even without official charity status (such as the ANBI, or SBBI).
The Dutch Foundation is a so-called “orphan entity” and is generally not subject to corporate taxes. Charitable & not-for-profit organizations, and NGOs widely adopt this vehicle.
More questions on how the Foundation (Stichting) works? Check out our Launch Guide on the Stichting for more detailed information.
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