Enabling a global AI hyperscaler to operate in the EU
Nscale, an international AI hyperscaler, required more than just a standard company setup in the Netherlands. FirmNL provided essential support with tax residency, payroll, and compliance, enabling rapid team expansion.

Complexities of international expansion and compliance
Nscale faced challenges related to tax residency, foreign investments, and the need for rapid team scaling, which required expert guidance to navigate effectively.
Navigating local tax residency questions
Double tax treaty considerations
Rapid team expansion and payroll management

What this enabled
Nscale, an international AI hyperscaler, required more than just a standard company setup in the Netherlands. FirmNL provided essential support with tax residency, payroll, and compliance, enabling rapid team expansion.

End-to-end support for EU expansion via the Netherlands
FirmNL structured Nscale’s Dutch presence, covering tax residency, payroll, and compliance to enable a fast and compliant market entry.
Expert guidance on tax residency and compliance
FirmNL's team navigated the complexities of local tax residency and double tax treaties, ensuring Nscale's compliance with Dutch regulations.
Efficient payroll and employment solutions
With a focus on rapid growth, FirmNL implemented payroll solutions that met Dutch employment standards, facilitating the hiring of 25 employees within a year.
Ongoing compliance management
FirmNL continues to support Nscale with compliance management, ensuring that all aspects of their operations remain aligned with local regulations.
Hear It From Our Clients

We approached FirmNL for assistance with our expansion into the Netherlands. Their expertise in local tax residency, double tax treaties, and compliance was invaluable. They not only helped us set up our Dutch BV but also supported our rapid team growth from 0 to 25 employees within a year. Their comprehensive approach ensured we met all local regulations while scaling efficiently.
Successful expansion and compliance achieved
With FirmNL's support, NSCALE established a compliant Dutch BV and successfully scaled their team, positioning themselves for growth in the European market.


FirmNL made Sportsfolio LLP VAT-compliant in the Netherlands

We contacted FirmNL for fiscal representation to trade our hunting prodcuts across Europe. Despite some delays early on, hey stepped in direectly with tax authorities to handle application and refund issues concering the government security deposit and resolved everything. Thanks to their help, we now impoort an export smoothly across the EU -- fully compliant and benefit from Article 23 VAT deferment -- all without setting up a local BV. Highly professional and solution-orientated.
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FirmNL specializes in helping foreign entrepreneurs establish a presence across the EU. From Dutch BV incorporation to tax compliance, sales outsourcing and EU fulfillment — we provide solutions tailored to your goals.


