Benefits Of Shipping To The Netherlands
The Netherlands is geographically close to the UK and shares a similar culture, which makes it appealing for businesses looking to expand overseas. It’s EU membership also means that exporting your goods to the Netherlands is relatively straightforward, as the same rules apply as to other EU nations.
According to the UK government, the Netherlands is the UK’s fourth-largest bilateral trading partner and is one of the most open economies in the world. It is also an early adopter of new technology and can be used to test the waters for new products. If you can get your logistics in place and come up with a solid plan for exporting your goods, there is no reason why the Netherlands cannot become a fruitful market for your business in the future.
You can find out more about VAT and tax issues on the Dutch tax office’s website.
International Courier Services To Belgium
UPS Services To Belgium
- Express
- Express Saver
DHL Services To Belgium
- Express Worldwide
- Economy Select
FedEx Services To Belgium
- International Priority
TNT Express Services To Belgium
- Express – Global
- Express – Economy
Netherlands Customs and Duty
Import duties do not apply to EU member states shipping into Belgium, thanks to the single market which allows free movement of goods.
There are also no documentation requirements for fellow members of the EU.
VAT applies and the standard rate is 21%, although there are lower rates on certain items. A 12% rate applies to social housing and agricultural products, while a 6% rate applies to goods including basic foodstuffs, water, hotel services, and property restoration.
Brexit
At the time of this guide being written, the UK is still part of the EU. Businesses looking to ship to Belgium from the UK must keep abreast of all our Brexit news to get the most up-to-date information about what shipping rules apply to them. The UK is set to leave the EU in 2019, after which date this information is subject to change.
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