Proposed changes for (rented) homes
The government wishes to try to get the stagnant housing market moving again. To this end, and to make rented properties more sustainable, a number of proposals have been put forward recently.
From 31 December 2026: employment contracts with an hourly rate below €38
The legal presumption of an employment contract for an hourly rate below €38 will come into force on 31 December 2026. What does this mean for you as a client or company?
Solvit helps with cross-border issues within the EU
Are you, as a citizen or business, facing problems because a government agency in another EU country, Iceland, Liechtenstein, or Norway is not complying with EU law? If so, you can try to resolve this through Solvit.
Lower Dutch truck tolls and fines
The Dutch truck toll applicable as of July 1, 2026, will be temporarily reduced by 22.3% as of September 1, 2026. If you fail to pay the truck toll when required, the RDW may impose fines. What should you keep in mind?
Tax-exempt travel allowance of €0,25 effective January 1, 2026
Starting May 22, 2026, it will be possible in the Netherlands to retroactively apply a tax-free allowance for travel expenses of €0,25 per kilometer, effective January 1, 2026. What does this mean for employers, employees, business owners, volunteers, and individuals?
New account number for the Tax Authority effective May 1
As of May 1, 2026, the Dutch Tax and Customs Administration and the Benefits Service will switch from ING to Rabobank. This means that the account numbers will also change.
Statutory minimum hourly wage as of July 1, 2026: €14.99
The Dutch statutory minimum hourly wage will be indexed again as of July 1, 2026, and will therefore increase to €14.99.
Base fine of €10,000 for cash payments of €3,000 or more
Starting January 1, 2026, Dutch merchants may no longer make or accept cash payments of €3,000 or more. The base amount of the fine for violating this prohibition is a fixed amount of €10,000.
European Commission proposes new EU Inc.
The European Commission (EC) aims to make it possible to quickly establish a European limited liability company without initial capital: the EU Inc. The EU Inc. can operate in multiple countries, thereby enhancing the competitiveness of European companies.
Exception to the ban on cash payments of €3,000 or more
Effective January 1, 2026, a ban on cash payments of €3,000 or more for goods will take effect. An exception applies to purchases made outside the EU. No other exceptions will be introduced.
