FirmNL made us VAT-compliant in the Netherlands
UK-based Sportsfolio LLP wanted to trade goods across the EU without setting up a local entity. FirmNL stepped in with fiscal representation, handled issues with Dutch tax authorities, and enabled seamless import/export through Article 23 VAT deferment.
International trade hurdles and VAT complications
Sportsfolio needed to trade across Europe without incorporating locally. Early delays and regulatory requirements around tax deposits made it hard to move forward.
Delays in dealing with Dutch tax authorities
Difficulty accessing VAT deferment without a local BV
Complexities around government security deposit and refunds
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Get EU VAT compliant—without setting up a Dutch entity
UK-based Sportsfolio LLP wanted to trade goods across the EU without setting up a local entity. FirmNL stepped in with fiscal representation, handled issues with Dutch tax authorities, and enabled seamless import/export through Article 23 VAT deferment.
Fiscal representation and hands-on tax resolution
FirmNL took over tax authority coordination, resolving outstanding issues with the government security deposit and enabling Sportsfolio to benefit from Article 23 VAT deferment—all without needing to form a local company.
Fiscal Representation to Eliminate the Need for a BV
FirmNL acted as Sportsfolio’s fiscal representative in the Netherlands, enabling the client to trade legally within the EU without setting up a Dutch business entity.
Direct Communication with Dutch Tax Authorities
The FirmNL team handled all interactions with the Dutch tax authorities, ensuring paperwork was filed correctly and on time.
Expert Handling of VAT Deposits and Article 23 Licensing
FirmNL navigated the complexities of security deposit requirements and secured Article 23 VAT deferment for Sportsfolio.
Hear It From Our Clients
We contacted FirmNL for fiscal represtnaton to trade our hunting prodcuts across Europe. Despite some delays early on, hey stepped in direectly with tax authorities to handle application and refund issues concering the government security deposit and resolved everything. Thanks to their help, we now impoort an export smoothly across the EU -- fully compliant and benefit from Article 23 VAT deferment -- all without setting up a local BV. Highly professional and solution-orientated.
EU-wide trade enabled, no Dutch BV required
Thanks to FirmNL’s tailored fiscal services, Sportsfolio now operates smoothly across the EU with full VAT compliance.
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FirmNL specializes in helping foreign entrepreneurs establish a presence across the EU. From Dutch BV incorporation to requesting VAT ID, compliance, and logistics support — we provide solutions tailored to your goals.
