BSN (het burgerservicenummer) – since November 2007 it is a tax identification number in the Netherlands (current equivalent SOFI number). Everyone who works in the Netherlands must have a BSN, it is necessary to settle all the formalities in various Dutch institutions. BSN seems to Dutch Tax Office (Belastingdienst). SOFI number obtained to November 2007 are automatically changed to the BSN. To get this number You need to make an appointment in the Belastingdienst.

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DigiD code – stands for Digital Identity, is a system shared between cooperating governmental agencies, allowing to digitally authenticate the identity of a person who applies for a transaction service by internet. Increasing numbers of public authority offices implementing the DigiD system, it is easy to begin using their range of electronic services after first choosing your own login code. In short: DigiD provides users with a personalized login code for the full spectrum of contact with various governmental bodies.

Eenmanszaak – in the Netherlands is very popular because of easy and understandable rules governing its conduct and activities. Person who carries out this type of activity is the sole owner but may employ a number of employees. As the owner is entitled to the whole profit company and shall pay income tax. Entrepreneur has the right to self-title discounts that they receive must meet eligibility criteria. Creditors can claim the right to property of company. Eenmanszaak is a good solution for building and repair companies. It is also important to take out liability insurance (civil insurance company covers the cost of repairs in the event of detriment).

Rent allowance – financing for renting an apartment or house paid by the tax authorities.

The amount of the co-financing depends mainly on the amount of the annual income and the gross income per year. It is also important to be registered at the address. The flat must have a separate kitchen and bathroom for the sole person (or his family). You can not get financing by renting only a room. The Office has changed the deadlines for submitting the funding application from 31 March to 31 August.

To obtain financing, you must specify the gross annual income of all persons registered at a particular address. The maximum rental price is given without additional costs (administration costs, electricity, gas, etc.).

Inkomstenbelasting – Income tax. Tax refund is available to any person who has worked in the Netherlands and the employer paid the appropriate premium. Document required for settlement for refund of income tax is Jaaropgaven. Waiting time for a tax refund is a period of 3 to 6 months for the past year, if the settlement was made before the end of March in current year. Tax declarations can account for up to 5 years back, but then the waiting time extends to 3 years. There is a possibility of settlement of the costs for the school (min. €500) and a mortgage

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