Taxes
Simplify your freelance tax management with Hourly: A guide for Dutch freelancers
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As a freelancer in the Netherlands, managing your taxes can be a complex task, especially when you have clients inside and outside of the country, as well as in the European Union (EU). With various tax rules and different currencies to consider, it's essential to have a tool that simplifies tax management and ensures compliance.
Hourly, a comprehensive freelancing app, can help you navigate the complexities of international tax rules and seamlessly manage your freelance business. In this blog post, we'll discuss how Hourly assists with tax management and the tax rules you need to keep in mind as a freelancer in the Netherlands.
Setting tax rules for clients with Hourly
Hourly allows you to set tax rules for each of your clients, making it easy to manage your taxes and stay compliant. You can categorize your clients as Taxable (+ tax rate), Non-taxable, or Reverse Charged, depending on their location and the services you provide.
Taxable clients: For clients within the Netherlands, you'll generally need to charge Value Added Tax (VAT) at the standard rate of 21%. With Hourly, you can set the tax rate for each client, and the app will automatically calculate and include the VAT in your invoices.
Non-taxable clients: If you're providing services to clients outside of the EU or to non-business clients within the EU, you may not need to charge VAT. Hourly allows you to mark these clients as non-taxable, ensuring that your invoices are generated without VAT.
Reverse charged clients: For business clients within the EU, the reverse charge mechanism applies, meaning the client is responsible for accounting for the VAT. Hourly enables you to mark these clients as reverse charged, so the VAT is not included in your invoices, and a note is added to indicate that the reverse charge mechanism applies.
Handling different currencies
Hourly simplifies the process of dealing with multiple currencies by allowing you to set the currency for each client. For example, you may have clients in the Netherlands using euros (EUR), clients in the United Kingdom using pounds sterling (GBP), and clients in the United States using US dollars (USD). Hourly will automatically convert your hourly rates and invoice amounts to the appropriate currency for each client, making it easy to manage your international business.
Tax rules to keep in mind as a Dutch freelancer
VAT registration: As a freelancer in the Netherlands, you'll need to register for VAT if your annual turnover exceeds €20,000. Once registered, you'll need to charge VAT on your services and submit periodic VAT returns.
VAT exemption: Some services, such as education, healthcare, and certain artistic services, may be exempt from VAT. Be sure to check if your services qualify for any exemptions and adjust your tax settings in Hourly accordingly.
Intracommunity transactions: When providing services to business clients within the EU, be sure to obtain their VAT identification number and verify its validity using the VIES system. This information should be included in your invoices for reverse charged transactions.
Record keeping: As a freelancer, you're required to keep records of your business transactions, including invoices and receipts, for at least seven years. Hourly makes it easy to maintain these records by storing your invoices and client information securely within the app.
Navigating the complexities of international tax rules can be challenging for freelancers, but with Hourly, you can simplify tax management and ensure compliance. By setting tax rules for each client, managing different currencies, and keeping track of essential tax information, Hourly is an invaluable tool for Dutch freelancers looking to streamline their tax processes and focus on growing their business.
VAT registration threshold: Belastingdienst (Dutch Tax and Customs Administration) - https://www.belastingdienst.nl/wps/wcm/connect/bldcontenten/belastingdienst/business/vat/starting_a_business/registration
VAT rates: Belastingdienst (Dutch Tax and Customs Administration) - https://www.belastingdienst.nl/wps/wcm/connect/bldcontenten/belastingdienst/business/vat/vat_in_the_netherlands/calculating_vat/vat_tariffs
VAT exemptions: Belastingdienst (Dutch Tax and Customs Administration) - https://www.belastingdienst.nl/wps/wcm/connect/bldcontenten/belastingdienst/business/vat/vat_in_the_netherlands/exemptions
VAT reverse charge: Belastingdienst (Dutch Tax and Customs Administration) - https://www.belastingdienst.nl/wps/wcm/connect/bldcontenten/belastingdienst/business/vat/vat_in_the_netherlands/foreign_entrepreneurs/reverse_charge
VIES system: European Commission - https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/vies/
Record keeping for businesses: Belastingdienst (Dutch Tax and Customs Administration) - https://www.belastingdienst.nl/wps/wcm/connect/bldcontenten/belastingdienst/business/administration/administration
Please note that the information provided in the article is for general guidance and may not cover all specific situations or nuances. Freelancers should consult with a tax professional to ensure they are fully compliant with Dutch tax laws and regulations.
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