Dutch Tax & Salary Calculators for Expats and Entrepreneurs
Quickly estimate your net salary, self-employed income, DGA compensation, VAT obligations, and Box 3 wealth tax in the Netherlands. Free, up-to-date, and easy to use.
Plan Your Finances in the Netherlands with Confidence
Whether you are an employee, self-employed professional, or a company director (DGA), understanding your tax obligations in the Netherlands is essential. Our calculators help you estimate your net income, plan your tax payments, and make informed financial decisions – all based on the latest Dutch tax rates and regulations for 2026. Simply choose a calculator below, enter your details, and get an instant estimate.
Payroll Calculation – 2026
| Details | ||||
| Date of Birth | 01-01-1995 | |||
| Payroll Period | maand | |||
| Payroll Tax Credit Applied | ja | |||
| Calculation Date | 01-01-2025 | |||
| Calculation | ||||
| Gross-to-Net | Taxable Wage | |||
| Gross Income | € 0,00 | € 0,00 | ||
| Additional Remuneration | — | + | — | + |
| Taxable Allowances | — | + | — | + |
| Taxable Deductions | — | – | — | – |
| Benefits in Kind | — | + | ||
| Pension and/or Disability Insurance Premium | — | – | — | – |
| Company Car Benefit-in-Kind | — | + | ||
| Company Bicycle Benefit-in-Kind | — | + | ||
| Personal Contribution – Vehicle | — | – | ||
| Taxable Wage (Payroll Tax Base) | € 0,00 | |||
| Payroll Tax Withholding | € 0,00 | – | ||
| Payroll Tax Withholding – Additional Remuneration | € 0,00 | – | ||
| Tax-Exempt Allowances | — | + | ||
| Tax-Exempt Deductions | — | – | ||
| Personal Contribution – Vehicle | — | – | ||
| Personal Contribution – Bicycle | — | – | ||
| Net Pay Disbursement | € 0,00 | |||
| of which net salary excl. special reward | — | |||
| Applied Tax Credits | ||||
| — General Tax Credit | — | |||
| — Employment Tax Credit | — | |||
| Net disposable income – 2026 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tax | Gross–net | |||
| Billable hours revenue | € 0 | |||
| Other business income | 0 | + | ||
| Business expenses | 0 | – | ||
| Profit from the business | € 0 | € 0 | ||
| Self-employed deduction | 0 | – | ||
| Fiscal old-age reserve (FOR) contribution | 0 | – | ||
| SME profit exemption | 0 | – | ||
| AOV/pension/annuity premiums | 0 | – | ||
| Box 1 income | € 0 | |||
| Income tax & National Insurance | 0 | |||
| General tax credit | 0 | – | ||
| Labour tax credit | 0 | – | ||
| Box 1 rate adjustment | 0 | + | ||
| Income tax payable | € 0 | 0 | – | |
| Income-related health insurance contribution (Zvw) | 0 | – | ||
| AOV/pension/annuity premiums | 0 | – | ||
| Transfer to reserves/contingency fund | 0 | – | ||
| Annual net disposable income | € 0 | |||
| Details | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tax year | – | |||
| Hourly rate (exclusive of VAT) | – | |||
| Number of billable hours per year | – | |||
| Other business income | – | |||
| Business expenses | – | |||
| AOV/pension/annuity premiums | – | |||
| Transfer to reserves or contingency fund | – | |||
| Hours criterion | – | |||
| Starter’s deduction | – | |||
DGA Payroll Calculation – 2026
| Details | ||||
| Date of Birth | 01-01-1995 | |||
| Payroll Period | maand | |||
| Payroll Tax Credit Applied | nee | |||
| Calculation Date | 01-01-2026 | |||
| Calculation | ||||
| Gross-to-Net | Taxable Wage | |||
| Gross Income | € 0,00 | € 0,00 | ||
| Additional Remuneration | — | + | — | + |
| Company Car Benefit-in-Kind | — | + | ||
| Company Bicycle Benefit-in-Kind | — | + | ||
| Personal Contribution – Vehicle | — | – | ||
| Taxable Wage (Payroll Tax Base) | € 0,00 | |||
| Payroll Tax Withholding | € 0,00 | – | ||
| Payroll Tax Withholding – Additional Remuneration | € 0,00 | – | ||
| Tax-Exempt Allowances | — | + | ||
| Health Insurance Contribution (Zvw) | € 0,00 | – | ||
| Net Pay Disbursement | € 0,00 | |||
| of which net salary excl. special reward | — | |||
| Applied Tax Credits | ||||
| — General Tax Credit | — | |||
| — Employment Tax Credit | — | |||
| VAT Calculation | ||
|---|---|---|
| Amount exclusive of VAT | € 0,00 | |
| VAT amount | € 0,00 | + |
| Amount inclusive of VAT | € 0,00 | |
| Box 3 income and tax | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Self | € 0 | |||
| Partner | € 0 | + | ||
| Joint | € 0 | |||
| Box 3 tax | 36% × € 0 | = | € 0 | |
| Box 3 assets and tax base | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Box 3 assets | € 0 + € 0 | = | € 0 | |
| Deductible liabilities ¹ | € 0 – € 0 | € 0 | – | |
| Return base | € 0 | |||
| Tax-exempt threshold | € 59.357 | – | ||
| Taxable base (box 3) | € 0 | |||
| Box 3 deemed return – calculation (savings variant) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | Deemed return rate | |||
| Taxable savings | € 0 | 1,28% | € 0 | |
| Taxable other assets | € 0 | 6,00% | € 0 | |
| Deductible liabilities | € 0 | 2,70% | € 0 | – |
| Taxable deemed return | € 0 | |||
| Box 3 income – calculation (savings variant) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share | = | Deemed return | = | Box 3 income | ² | |
| Self | € 0 / € 0 | = | 0,00% × € 0 | = | € 0 | |
| Partner | € 0 / € 0 | = | 0,00% × € 0 | = | € 0 | |
- A liability threshold of € 3.800 applies before deduction of box 3 liabilities.
- The tax authority refers to ‘box 3 income’ as ‘benefit from savings and investments’.
A practical Dutch tax calculator that helps you estimate your net salary, income tax (Box 1), social security contributions, tax credits, and overall monthly net income in the Netherlands.
Updated for the official 2026 tax rates, this tool is designed for employees, expats, self-employed professionals, and DGAs who want a clear view of how their gross income translates into real take-home pay.
Use the calculators to:
- understand monthly and annual net salary;
- compare job offers;
- calculate taxable income with or without holiday allowance;
- see the impact of bonuses, 13th-month payments, and benefits;
- evaluate how the 30% ruling changes your net income;
- plan taxes for employment, entrepreneurship, DGA compensation, VAT, and Box 3 wealth.
How This Dutch Tax Calculator Works
This calculator applies the 2026 rules for income taxation and social security. Below is an overview of how each component affects your result.
1. Dutch Income Tax Brackets (Box 1, 2026)
Employment income is taxed under Box 1 using a two-bracket system.
The calculator applies the correct combined rates (tax + social security) and uses your annual income to determine which bracket(s) apply.
2. General Tax Credit (Algemene heffingskorting)
A standard tax reduction that decreases as income rises.
The calculator adjusts it automatically according to your taxable annual income.
3. Labour Tax Credit (Arbeidskorting)
A credit for employees and certain self-employed workers.
It increases with income up to a maximum and then phases out.
Included in the final net salary estimation.
4. Social Security Contributions
Dutch social security premiums are integrated into Box 1 for most taxpayers.
The calculator applies the correct 2026 percentages and upper thresholds.
5. Holiday Allowance (Vakantiegeld)
Normally 8% of annual salary.
If selected, it is added to the taxable base and affects the annual income used for credits and brackets.
6. Bonuses, 13th-Month Payments, and Extra Allowances
Optional extra payments (e.g., bonus, year-end payment) can be included to calculate a realistic annual tax and net income figure.
7. 30% Ruling (for eligible expats)
When enabled, the calculator reduces the taxable salary portion to reflect the ruling.
This immediately lowers Box 1 tax and increases net take-home pay.
8. Other Adjustments
If you enable additional deductions or employer-provided benefits (e.g., company car), the calculator includes them in the taxable base to generate an accurate Box 1 assessment.
Sample Calculations (2026)
Illustrative examples to show how Dutch income tax affects net salary. These are estimates based on standard conditions: no company car, no extra deductions, holiday allowance included.
Example 1: Gross €3,000 per month
Without 30% ruling:
| With 30% ruling:
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Example 2: Gross €4,000 per month
Without 30% ruling:
| With 30% ruling:
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Example 3: Employee with 13th month (Gross €4,000 + 13th)
- Annual income rises to €52,000
- Net result reflects higher tax bracket impact
Net monthly equivalent: ~€3,030
FAQ
How much income tax do I pay in the Netherlands?
Income tax for employees and most taxpayers is charged under Box 1.
The Netherlands uses a two-bracket system where income up to the annual threshold is taxed at a lower combined rate (tax + social security), and income above that threshold is taxed at a higher rate.
Your final amount also depends on tax credits such as the general tax credit and the labour tax credit, which reduce the total tax owed. The calculator applies these rules automatically based on 2026 rates.
How do I calculate my net salary in the Netherlands?
Net salary is calculated by subtracting income tax, social security contributions, and any employer-related adjustments from your gross salary.
Dutch tax credits and allowances significantly affect the final number. To estimate it accurately, you need to include holiday allowance, bonuses, year-end payments, and any benefits affecting taxable income.
The calculator performs this automatically and returns your expected monthly take-home pay.
What is the 30% ruling?
The 30% ruling is a Dutch tax advantage for incoming skilled workers. If approved, up to 30% of your salary becomes tax-free, reducing your taxable base under Box 1.
This increases your net monthly income and can change your tax bracket exposure. The calculator allows you to toggle the 30% ruling to see how it influences your take-home pay.
What deductions apply in 2026?
Common deductions include mortgage interest relief, study-related expenses (where applicable), certain healthcare expenses, and entrepreneur deductions for self-employed workers.
Employees mainly benefit from automatic tax credits rather than manual deductions. The calculator reflects the primary income-related elements that influence your net salary based on the 2026 tax structure.
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