Dutch Tax Calculator for Remote Workers
Calculate your 2026 take-home pay in Netherlands. The Netherlands tax system uses 3 income tax brackets ranging from 35.8% to 50%. Enter your income below to see your detailed breakdown in EUR.
2026 Income Tax Brackets
Updated March 23, 2026
Verified April 2026
| Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to €38.883 | 35.8% |
| €38.883 – €78.426 | 37.6% |
| Above €78.426 | 49.5% |
How Taxes Work in Netherlands
Employee
- ·Box 1 income tax with integrated volksverzekeringen (social security premiums).
- ·Three brackets: 35.75% (up to €38,883), 37.56% (€38,883–€78,426), 49.50% (above €78,426).
- ·Zvw health insurance (5.32%) is employer-paid, not deducted from employee.
- ·Arbeidskorting (employment tax credit, max ~€5,599) and algemene heffingskorting (general tax credit) not included.
Contractor
- ·ZZP (self-employed) get zelfstandigenaftrek €1,200 deduction + MKB-winstvrijstelling 12.7% profit exemption (baked into lower bracket rates).
- ·Zvw health insurance 5.32% of income, capped at €69,750 — shown as health insurance.
- ·Arbeidskorting not available for ZZP.
Planning to move to Netherlands?
Netherlands doesn't have a dedicated digital nomad visa, but there are alternative visa options for remote workers.
View Visa Guide →Frequently Asked Questions
What are the 2026 tax brackets in the Netherlands?
The Netherlands has 3 Box 1 brackets with integrated social security premiums: 35.75% up to €38,883, 37.56% from €38,883 to €78,426, and 49.50% above €78,426.
What tax benefits do ZZP workers get in the Netherlands?
Self-employed (ZZP) workers receive the zelfstandigenaftrek (€1,200 deduction) and MKB-winstvrijstelling (12.7% profit exemption). However, they cannot claim the arbeidskorting (employment tax credit).
How is Dutch tax different for contractors?
Contractor brackets are effectively lower due to the 12.7% MKB-winstvrijstelling baked in: 31.21% up to €44,539, 32.79% to €89,835, and 43.21% above. Plus the €1,200 zelfstandigenaftrek deduction.
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