
Living in the Netherlands but working abroad
Are you living in the Netherlands but working abroad? For many expats, it is becoming increasingly easier to work remotely from abroad for their Dutch employer.
183 day rule Netherlands
Keep in mind that living in the Netherlands and working (from) abroad can have tax consequences. Your physical work location is very important from a tax point of view and determines where you have to pay income tax. In any case, it is important that you keep a close eye on how many days you work abroad in such a situation, including holidays. If people work abroad for more than 183 days, that country will also tax the income. The Netherlands should then grant double tax deductions in proportion to the days worked abroad.
Tax return consequences
If you were in the above situation or similar in 2025, please ensure that your 2025 tax return is filed correctly. Our specialized tax advisers can support you in this and ensure that you are not taxed twice or too little. . But in this case you may still be in time to organize the situation in such a way that the tax consequences are minimal or the most favorable. By submitting your international work situation to us, you can make the best possible decisions.
