Dutch pension reform: what foreign employers must include in 2026 contracts
The Dutch pension system is going through its biggest reform in decades. The Wet toekomst pensioenen (Wtp), also known as…
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New laws for bogus self-employment 2026: when contractors become employees
The EU Platform Work Directive will redraw the line between independent contractor and employee across the gig economy. Adopted in…
NIS2 and your HR stack: what inbound employers now owe their supply chain
The NIS2 directive reshapes cybersecurity duties across Europe. Therefore, HR and payroll providers face fresh scrutiny from inbound clients. Many…
BSN, DigiD and payroll: the admin you must do before day one
Hiring in the Netherlands? Then you must understand BSN and DigiD. Both unlock payroll, taxes, and basic life admin for…
Contractor or employee? The misclassification trap in NL and UK for 2026
Contractor misclassification has become a serious risk for employers in both the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Tax authorities now…
Skilled worker visa 2026: the new salary thresholds and how to budget sponsorship
The UK skilled worker visa shifted sharply across 2024 and 2025. As a result, employers now face higher costs, tighter…
Right to disconnect: NL and UK policy guide for HR teams
Burnout costs European employers billions each year. Therefore, lawmakers across the EU now treat after-hours work as a workplace risk….
When to outgrow your EOR: a transition checklist for inbound companies
Most inbound companies start in a new country with an Employer of Record. It is a smart first move. However,…
Netherlands vs Germany vs Belgium: which country to incorporate in first
Choosing where to launch your first EU business entity shapes your hiring, tax position, and growth runway for years to…
Wet VBAR Law: how inbound employers should react in 2026
Dutch ZZP rules look very different in 2026 than the market expected. The Belastingdienst lifted the DBA enforcement moratorium on…
