“The variety of work that you can find here is just massive. Cultural boundaries really expand to infinity.”
“Amsterdam has always been home to liberalism, enterprise, tolerance and diversity.”
“The sense of community is really incredible. The systems and the processes in place make living easy.”
Throughout the entire city of Amsterdam, one is dazzled with the charm and uniqueness of restaurants, cafes, museums and every other attraction. The hidden treasures in the city’s different neighborhoods are many. Discover them on foot or with the thousands of bicycles spread on the street’s sidewalks and enjoy this major center of history, culture and richness.
From an entrepreneurship and tech point of view, Amsterdam is also a center point and a test bed; a launchpad and a talent pool. Today’s growing ecosystem of startups, incubators, investors, corporates and universities embodies the resilience and pioneering nature the city is known for. Amsterdam is where business meets purpose. Whether you’re an international business founder who’s interested in making the move to the Dutch capital or a local entrepreneur, a good overview of the startup ecosystem can only benefit your endeavors. Here’s how you connect to Amsterdam’s startup community. Our startup map is a topographical overview of all the important players in the Startup ecosystem of Amsterdam.
If you want to move to Amsterdam or if you’re newly arrived, you may be wondering about the residence procedures. You can find all the information you need right here. Make the most of living as an amsterdamer!
In the Netherlands, some taxes apply to everyone, from the income tax to the road or parking taxes, for example. Know the various types here.
Of course, you aren’t required to be covered by any type of insurance, but some can be recommended. There are also some insurance schemes that you can benefit from as a migrant. For students, it’s important to know that health insurance is mandatory.
Connecting with the right people in the ecosystem is one great way to help you kick-start your company. Check out this list of major players in Amsterdam’s tech scene and feel free to approach them.
Amsterdam’s got you covered with all your business needs to grow. Accelerators and incubators are a great source of help, so are the city’s Hubs, that facilitate your access to an office space, mentorship and much more.
To easily and better plug yourself into Amsterdam’s tech scene, several partners and organizations can support you. Find them here:
All your answers to questions about doing business in the Netherlands can be found here. You will have to register your company in the business register of the Dutch Chamber of Commerce. Your registration will automatically go to the Tax and Customs Administration. A single fee of €50 (2016) is needed for entry. To make it even easier, this checklist will help a lot. Information about legal forms is available here.
Invoices in the Netherlands need to meet certain requirements. Check the Tax and Customs Administration website for an extensive overview.
There are some useful sources that you can probe to help you expand your contacts and knowledge about our ecosystems. Here’s a list that will certainly help:
Wondering where you can set up your startup? You won’t lack options – and they’re all perfect. Explore the region here to know more.
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In what comes to education, Amsterdam counts with a long tradition of excellence. On this list, you can find a big number of universities and colleges, as well as many different courses in a wide range of areas.
Since 2019, more than 600 startups have joined Amsterdam’s tech scene. You can get to know them on the following Dealrooms list.
Get to know the hottest markets in the ecosystem. They’re listed below.
Amsterdam wants to bring down the gender gap. Thus, there are many initiatives and programmes that raise awareness for the Women in Tech (the RISE program also deserves a check, by showcasing and celebrating female careers). But there is much more when it comes to diversity in the city. In fact, Amsterdam is inclusive on every level, with its anti-discriminatory measures or the support of LGBTI rights, for instance. For startups and scale-ups, the mission is the same: to make the future of tech (even) more inclusive and diverse.
Due to the lockdown, gyms and other fitness centers are ‘out of action’. But Amsterdam-based Virtuagym is helping gym and studio operators to generate revenue.
Protolabs, a global technology-enabled company, acquired Amsterdam-based 3D Hubs – an online manufacturing platform – for $280M.Know everything here
The European ScaleUp Monitor 2020 report ranks Amsterdam as a top-10 scale-up city and offers tips to help companies achieve speedy growth.
One year after acquiring Smartenup, soft-skill scaleup Lepaya, from Amsterdam, announced that it’s entering Sweden. Check out why.
Amsterdam has it all: a long and rich cultural heritage and history, diversity, inclusion and a great quality of life. In this cultural capital, with world-class museums or theatres, you find a world of wonders, opportunities and a happy work/life balance. Read here why you will enjoy the city so much
The Startup in Residence Program allows the municipality to serve as a launching customer to startups by providing the opportunity to solve ..
