You are obliged to file a tax return in the following situations:

It makes sense to file in case a tax refund may be expected (part year employment income + migration year or deductions).

In case you are invited to file a Dutch income tax return, a filing deadline is mentioned in the invite. The normal deadline is April 30 of the year following to the concerning tax year (which runs from 1 January to 31 December). We apply for extension for filing of the tax returns of our clients which extends the filing deadline with 1 year. That takes the filing deadline for a 2023 Dutch income tax return to April 30, 2025.

Note that the Dutch tax authorities charge interest on amounts payable if the assessment is issued after June 30 of the year following to the concerning tax year. 

Filling out your tax return can be challenging, especially if your understanding of the Dutch language is limited. It is possible to file your return through a personal space on the website of the Dutch tax authorities – accessible with DigiD. In case you (or your spouse) do not have a DigiD username yet, it needs to be applied for and the application process can take a couple weeks.

If you prefer professional assistance with the preparation and filing of your 2023 Dutch income tax return for the year 2023 we are pleased to assist you. Older years can also be arranged (until 5 years after end of the concerning tax year). We have 20+ years of experience with filing Dutch income tax returns people in cross border situations and we can guide you through the process in English. The software that we use offers the possibility to upload your information and supporting documents in a secure way. Once the return is  prepared, it will be uploaded for your approval. Once approved, the return will be automatically send to the Dutch tax authorities.