How does your advice relate to that of our own accountant?

We complement your accountant, we do not replace them. Many accountants and tax specialists call on us as a specialist for VAT matters that fall outside their day-to-day expertise. If you wish, we coordinate our work with your existing advisers and we respect the business relationships already in place.

What kind of questions can I bring to you?

Questions of all shapes and sizes: from the VAT consequences of an acquisition to correct invoicing for cross-border services. From assessing the right VAT rate and whether subsidised activities are taxable to guiding you through an audit by the Dutch Tax Administration. We have the knowledge and experience to handle virtually any VAT question.

How quickly can I expect an answer?

That depends on the complexity and urgency of your question. At the first contact, your contact person agrees with you on the desired delivery date and the action points to be scheduled, depending on your situation.

What does the start of a collaboration look like?

Every collaboration starts with an open conversation. We listen to your situation, ask the right questions and explore together where we can help you best. We then present you with a proposal for our services and the value they add. No obligations, no hidden costs.

Advisory

Your trusted sparring partner in VAT

VAT touches everything: your invoicing, your contracts, your supply chain, your expansion plans and your cash flow position. VAT INSTITUTE supports businesses, organisations and their advisers with VAT matters. Both national and international.

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Our vision

We know your industry. That makes the difference.

VAT questions rarely arise at a predictable moment. An acquisition with cross-border aspects, a new partnership, a change in your flows of goods, an audit announcement from the Dutch Tax Administration. At moments like these you need a specialist who can act fast and set the right course straight away, drawing on in-depth VAT knowledge and sector experience.

That is how we work. Through years of experience and close contact with our clients, we know your industry and its tax characteristics, so that we can give you well-founded, targeted advice at the moment it matters.

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What you can count on

What our approach delivers

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Substantive precision

Advice rooted in the day-to-day practice of VAT legislation, case law and the policy of the Dutch Ministry of Finance and the Dutch Tax Administration.
A team that masters the full breadth of VAT: from national taxation questions to complex international structures.
Analyses grounded in years of experience with acquisitions, restructurings, joint ventures and new business activities.
Well-founded positions with a view to an audit or legal proceedings.

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An adviser who knows your industry

A dedicated point of contact who understands your operations, your industry and your VAT history.
Proactive alerts on changes in legislation or case law that are relevant to your specific situation.
Direct availability whenever an urgent question arises.
Advice that takes your internal processes into account.

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Lasting partnership

Relationships for the long term, not for a single case.
Ongoing involvement in new plans, so that VAT risks are addressed up front and opportunities are identified.
Periodic reviews to keep your VAT position up to date as circumstances change.
Coordination with your accountant, tax specialist and legal adviser whenever you wish.

Approach

How we work

We usually do not start with a quote, but with a conversation. We want to understand how your organisation works: what your activities involve, where your customers are based, how your invoicing is set up and what plans are on the table. That takes time up front, but it pays off in the quality and speed of every piece of advice that follows.

From then on, we are there whenever you need us. Sometimes that is daily, sometimes monthly, sometimes for a specific project. What never changes: the quality of our analyses, the directness of our communication and our commitment to your result.

Why VAT INSTITUTE

Why organisations choose us

VAT is our profession

We are not a generalist tax firm that also does VAT. VAT is our specialty. Our team follows VAT developments closely and also advises on taxes that border on VAT, such as real estate transfer tax, customs duties and excise duties. That focus translates into sharper advice and faster turnaround times.

Direct lines, no layers

When you call, we put you through to an adviser as quickly as possible. No service desks, no detours. We believe in short, direct communication.

Advice that works on the ground

The difference between technically correct advice and good advice lies in its applicability. We know the practice of invoicing, ERP systems, procurement processes and customs handling. Our advice is not only legally sound, but also geared to your day-to-day operations.

Your VAT question deserves a specialist

Whether it concerns a one-off analysis or an ongoing partnership: we deliver the substantive depth your situation requires. Let us explore together how we can strengthen your organisation.

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Knowledge base

Insights & news

In-depth analyses, practical insights and current developments on national and international VAT matters.

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From practice 29 June 2026

The VAT return: surely that just follows from the records?

The ideal is a client who supplies all the right data and a return that simply falls out of it. That day is still a long way off. Even with limited information there are signals that should prompt you to ask questions.

News 17 June 2026

Penalty quashed when you knew or should have known of VAT fraud

Tax inspectors must refuse VAT rights to businesses that knew or should have known of fraud in the supply chain, even without an explicit statutory basis. According to the Dutch Supreme Court, the absence of that basis is precisely what rules out a penalty.

In depth 25 May 2026

Transfer of a going concern in the European spotlight

The no-supply rule for the transfer of a going concern features in three European cases. Together they show that parties should not assume too readily that the relief applies.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is your question not listed? Feel free to contact us, we aim to respond within one business day.

We advise businesses and organisations of all sizes on national and international VAT matters. Our clients range from small businesses, schools, charities and public bodies to medium-sized and large companies, in the Netherlands and beyond. Think of companies with cross-border flows of goods, multiple locations inside and outside the EU, or activities in which specific VAT rules play an important role. We also act as a permanent VAT partner for accounting firms, tax advisers and industry associations, including in the logistics and metal sectors.