What is an offerte in the Netherlands?
An offerte is a formal written price proposal sent to a potential client before work begins. Once accepted it forms the basis of a contract.
Required elements of a Dutch offerte
- Your business name and KVK number
- BTW identification number if BTW registered
- Client name and address
- Offerte number and date
- Geldigheid validity - typically 30 days
- Itemised work description
- BTW rate - 21% standard or 9% reduced
- Total including BTW
- Betalingstermijn payment terms
BTW rates in the Netherlands
The standard BTW rate is 21%. A reduced rate of 9% applies to food, books, medicines, and some repair services. A 0% rate applies to exports.
ZZP-ers and offertes
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