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Invoice Compliance in the Netherlands

Practical guide for freelancers and businesses

If you invoice in the Netherlands, you must comply with Dutch VAT law and include specific mandatory fields.

Invoice number and date

Unique sequential number and issue date.

Supplier details (name, address, VAT, KvK)

Include company identity and registration data.

Customer details

Name, address, and VAT number for B2B or intra-EU transactions.

Supply date and description

Describe goods/services and state the supply date.

VAT rate and amount

Show applicable VAT rates and amounts.

E-invoicing fields

Add OIN and order reference when e-invoicing is required.

⚠️ Common mistakes

  • Missing KvK number
  • No VAT breakdown
  • Incorrect or missing supply date
  • Missing OIN or order reference for e-invoicing

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