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About NFIA
Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency
The Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA) is an agency that provides free consultancy, information and practical assistance for foreign companies that are interested in establishing their business in the Netherlands. It also offers access to a broad network of potential business partners and helpful government institutions.
For foreign companies wishing to establish their business in the Netherlands and to take advantage of the Dutch business environment as a strategic base to cover Europe, the NFIA is the first port of call.
The NFIA was established for the specific purpose of helping and advising such companies by providing them with advice, information and practical assistance, quickly and on a confidential basis.
Founded in 1978, the NFIA is an operational unit of the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs. Throughout the years it has supported thousands of companies from all over the world to successfully establish their business in the Netherlands.
The NFIA in Taiwan
The NFIA has a regional office in Taipei that is dedicated exclusively to helping Taiwanese businesses who want to explore the possibilities of investing in the Netherlands. Our Mandarin-speaking staff would be more than happy to help you with your inquiries, and we cordially invite you to contact us with any questions.
Explore the opportunities
The central geographical position of the Netherlands provides it with a strategic, secure location to serve markets worldwide. The winning combination of state-of-the-art infrastructure, a business-friendly environment, and a competitive fiscal climate is the reason why numerous European, American, and Asian companies have already established their facilities in the Netherlands.
Contact us to find out how your business can benefit from being in the Netherlands.
Personalized services
NFIA Taiwan can arrange in-person meetings with key operators, including introductions to relevant business partners, government authorities, a variety of Dutch networks and service suppliers, and other relevant contacts in the investment process.
It also offers tailor-made, personal guidance and counseling on topics such as tax regulations, finding business locations, housing for expats, labor issues, permit procedures, and governmental incentives. All service is free and on a confidential basis.
A Good place to invest
Why invest in the Netherlands?
Strategic location
The Netherlands is the gateway to Europe
The Netherlands is uniquely located for access to markets in Europe and beyond. Connected to the rest of the world by first-class seaports (Rotterdam is the largest seaport in Europe), and major airports, the Netherlands is the gateway to Europe, with over 170 million consumers within a 500km radius.
International business environment
The Netherlands is built for business
With over 50% of its GDP derived from international activities, the Netherlands has a global perspective that few nations can rival. It consistently ranks among the top countries to do business in, offering a winning combination of innovative thinking, business-oriented politics, a sound and sensible fiscal climate and a multi-lingual, motivated workforce.
Superior logistics and technology
The Netherlands is connected to the world
Home to one of the world's largest internet exchange points (the Amsterdam Internet Exchange) and a state-of-the-art, 100% digital, advanced fiber-optic network, the Netherlands is optimized for the digital future. The the country also boasts an extensive modern highway system, high-speed rail networks and accessible waterways that physically connect it to all other countries in Europe.
Excellent tax environment
The Netherlands is business-friendly
The Netherlands offers practical and clear tax solutions, especially the treatment of VAT, geared for international business, as well as establishing an overall attractive fiscal climate, particularly for multinational corporations. Agreements are already in place to ensure the avoidance of double taxation, and to regulate withholding taxes between Taiwan and the Netherlands.
