Beyond VBAR: Navigating the scrapped bill and the new Dutch Self-Employed Persons Act
The Dutch government just rewrote the rulebook on false self-employment. In March 2026, the cabinet scrapped most of the VBAR…
For Employers
Archives for Octagon Professionals International for our resources and articles category for employers. Here you can find articles that will assist you in navigating the world of HR and recruitment effectively and easily.
Equity compensation in the Netherlands: lucratief belang, RSUs, and the 30%-ruling interaction
Equity compensation drives talent attraction in the Dutch market. Tech firms, scale-ups, and private equity sponsors use shares, RSUs, and…
Werkkostenregeling 2026: the Dutch free margin and how to use it without triggering tax
The werkkostenregeling sits at the heart of every Dutch payroll setup. However, foreign employers often underestimate it. As a result,…
The expat employer’s guide to CAOs: navigating the invisible floor of Dutch labor law
A CAO (Collectieve Arbeidsovereenkomst), or collective labor agreement, is a binding contract between employers and trade unions. It sets minimum…
Permanent establishment risk: when one Dutch hire makes your company taxable in the Netherlands
Foreign founders often assume that hiring one remote worker in the Netherlands carries no tax implications. However, this assumption can…
CAO compliance for foreign employers: how to figure out which Dutch sector agreement applies
Foreign employers entering the Netherlands often hit a wall called CAO compliance. The Collectieve Arbeidsovereenkomst sets binding pay rules, working…
Recruitment and hiring process: stop slow and bad hires
A slow recruitment and hiring process costs more than most leaders realise. Then, vacancies stay open for weeks and competitors…
Dutch law changes 2026 expats need to know: tax, visa and labor updates
Moving to or living in the Netherlands has never demanded sharper legal awareness. So, the Dutch law changes 2026 expats…
Proeftijd in the Netherlands: what is allowed in 2026 and what voids your probation clause
The proeftijd in the Netherlands gives both employer and employee a short trial window. During this time, either party can…
A1 certificates for cross-border employees: when you need one and how to get it fast
Cross-border work across the EU sounds simple. In practice, it triggers a question many employers overlook: which country collects the…
