United States Citizens moving to the netherlands
Planning your move to the Netherlands? We help US citizens and business owners get their tax right, before and after they arrive.
Thinking about moving to the Netherlands as an American?
Most US tax planning works best before you become a Dutch tax resident, not after. And as a US citizen or green card holder you keep filing with the IRS wherever you live. We help you map out both sides early, so your move starts on solid ground and you do not pay more than you should.
What should I sort out before I move to the Netherlands?
The months before you arrive are when you have the most room to plan: the timing of income and asset sales, how you hold your investments, and whether to restructure before you become a Dutch tax resident. We help you make those calls early, so you do not lock in avoidable tax.
How do I avoid being taxed twice on the same income?
Once you are here, the US taxes your worldwide income and the Netherlands taxes what you earn locally. The US-Netherlands tax treaty, foreign tax credits and the foreign earned income exclusion prevent double taxation. We make sure they are applied correctly from day one, and keep you compliant with FBAR and FATCA reporting.
How do I secure the 30% ruling when I arrive?
The 30% ruling can lower your Dutch tax bill significantly, but it is tied to conditions around your job and your arrival, and it interacts with your US return. We check whether you qualify, help you secure it in time, and explain what it means on both sides.
Can I start or move my business to the Netherlands as an American?
Whether you want to enter on a DAFT visa or move an existing company, the structure you choose matters on both sides of the Atlantic. US rules on foreign companies (such as controlled foreign corporation and PFIC rules) can undo a smart Dutch setup. We help you structure it right before you commit.
How do I manage my assets?
There is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to managing business or private assets in a tax efficient way. We can help you with advice tailored to your structure and needs.
From complex matters to useful insights
At Port Sight Tax, we're skilled at advising founders and business owners. You know how to bring home the bacon, we know how to optimize the tax you pay over it. We provide you with useful insights on the following subjects:
Corporate Income Tax
A penny saved is a penny earned. We advise strategically.
Tax Litigation
Professional and uncomplicated tax advice in tax litigation.
Estate Planning
Protect family assets and transfer them to the next generation efficiently.
Corporate Restructuring
Ensure the smooth sailing of your enterprise into a different structure.
Transfer Pricing
The answer to international taxation.
Emigration Tax
Thinking about emigration and worried about the tax consequences?
Professional help for Americans in the Netherlands
We are the right partner for Americans planning a move to the Netherlands, and for those who have recently arrived. Relocating while staying compliant with the IRS brings real complexity: pre-arrival planning, double taxation, the 30% ruling, FBAR and FATCA reporting, and US rules on foreign investments and companies. We provide custom tax advice on both the Dutch and the US side, so you benefit from every treaty advantage and only pay the tax you actually owe.
We speak the language of entrepreneurs: practical and actionable
Looking for tax advice? It doesn't have to be a vague and drawn-out process. We are committed to make complex matters easy to understand while maintaining a high level of service.
Easy to understand
We're not leaving you high and dry. We offer practical solutions you can implement because we believe in advice that delivers clear results.
Transparent
Both our advice and our approach are clear and transparent. Communication is key.
Energetic
We get things done for our clients with our fresh perspective and our hands-on approach.
Planning your move to the Netherlands, or just arrived?
You’ve dropped anchor in the right harbor. We help you get a grip on your tax situation and give it an upgrade.
Jaden Claassen
Tax Advisor
