VAT return
Including reverse-charged VAT on foreign invoices and subscriptions
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Accountant for graphic designers
You design brand identities, illustrations or campaigns, for an agency down the road or a client in Berlin. TaxMate takes care of all your bookkeeping, from VAT on foreign invoices to your income tax, with a dedicated bookkeeper who understands how creative work is sold. Fixed monthly price, cancellable monthly.
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Sound familiar?
Sound familiar?
The questions we hear most from graphic designers, illustrators and other creatives who work for themselves.
VAT on an invoice abroad?
Design, licence or both?
A new laptop or drawing tablet
Subscriptions you lose track of
Specific to your sector
What we look out for with graphic designers
Creative work has a few tax quirks that easily go wrong in standard bookkeeping. We go through these with every designer.
Clients outside the Netherlands
If you work for a business in another EU country, the VAT is usually reverse-charged to the client and the job goes on your EC Sales List. For business clients outside the EU you usually charge no Dutch VAT. We make sure your invoices and returns reflect that.
Licences and usage rights
Whether you sell a design or only grant the right to use it affects how you invoice. We go through your agreements with you and make sure your invoices match what you actually deliver.
Equipment and software
A computer, camera or drawing tablet is often depreciated over a few years rather than expensed in one go. Sometimes you are also entitled to an investment deduction. We look at each purchase to see what works best for you.
Foreign subscriptions
A lot of design software and stock services come from abroad, and the VAT is then often reverse-charged to you. That has to be right in your VAT return, even if the net amount you pay is nil.
Our approach
Why graphic designers choose TaxMate
A bookkeeper who thinks ahead
Your dedicated bookkeeper knows your clients and the way you work. Land a job from a new country and within 24 hours you know how to draw up that invoice.
Your books in an app
You upload subscription and purchase invoices in the MyTaxMate app, and your bank is linked. That leaves more time for your design work.
Fixed price, even for tricky questions
A question about a licensing contract or a foreign client costs you nothing extra. You know in advance what you pay each month.
Fully taken care of
What TaxMate takes care of for you
EC Sales List
For your work for business clients in the EU
More about this serviceIncome tax
With the business schemes and depreciation on your equipment
More about this serviceAnnual accounts
Fully taken care of, on time every year
More about this serviceWhat it costs
One fixed price, everything included
One monthly fee covers your VAT return, your income tax, your annual accounts and unlimited advice. No hourly billing and no extra bill if you call in between. You'll find out what it comes to for you in the call or on the pricing page.
- Cancel monthlyNo annual contract, no small print. Switch or stop whenever you want.
- No hidden extrasWhat you see is what you pay. No extra invoice when you call or email with a question.
- Personal point of contactYou always have one person who knows you and your situation from A to Z.
Switching
How switching to TaxMate works
Get acquainted
In a 30-minute call we go through your situation. You'll hear straight away what we can do for you and what it costs.
We handle the switch
We contact your current bookkeeper or accounting software provider and collect your earlier annual figures. All you have to do is approve.
You get back to business
You upload your receipts in MyTaxMate and we take care of the filings. A question along the way costs you nothing extra.
What clients say
Entrepreneurs who have already made the switch
Honest feedback from clients who moved their bookkeeping to TaxMate.
4.8 on trustpilotRead all reviews →I was helped well and clearly with my tax returns. I always had the opportunity to ask my questions and get answers to them. I am happy with these accountants.
Translated from DutchGreat experience with TaxMate! Helped quickly, easy to reach and the onboarding was sorted in no time. Simply clear and without hassle. Recommended!
Translated from DutchAs a company we switched to TaxMate's software, and I can tell you it really makes a difference. Everything feels super smooth and it saves a lot of time. I am very happy with how the bookkeeping runs now.
Translated from DutchCommunication was clear and professional. The staff were friendly, involved and very customer-focused. Everything was arranged smoothly and correctly. An excellent service!
Translated from DutchThe staff are very involved. Communication went well and all in all a very pleasant experience.
Translated from DutchTaxMate has always helped me well by taking the ‘heavy’ and, in my eyes, ‘boring’ work off my hands. Communication was excellent, I could always come to them with my questions!
Translated from DutchVery pleasant to work with, they know what they are doing and think along with you in every situation.
Translated from DutchEven though TaxMate was in a very busy period, my required documents were delivered very quickly and accurately. The continuous communication is also phenomenal and much appreciated! Thank you TaxMate!
Translated from DutchI've been working with TaxMate for a while now and can really recommend them to everyone! They respond quickly, are friendly and always easy to reach. In short: a great firm that takes everything off your hands and makes the whole process incredibly easy.
Translated from DutchGreat company. Super reliable, and as a freelancer I find them very pleasant to work with.
Translated from DutchEnthusiastic staff who pay attention to the client. Clear in their communication and fair treatment. Clear and sincere!
Translated from DutchVery happy with the service. Communication was fast, clear, and professional throughout the whole process. They handled everything efficiently and made a complicated tax situation much easier to resolve. Highly recommended!
Great firm, pleasant proactive service!
Translated from DutchGood guidance, and I could come to them with any question, which was then answered quickly. I definitely recommend TaxMate, nothing but positive experiences!
Translated from DutchI've been working with TaxMate for quite a while. Since I started working with them I have financial peace of mind, so I can recommend them to everyone.
Translated from DutchI had a great collaboration with this accounting firm. They work professionally, respond quickly and think along with you. Everything was explained clearly and arranged neatly. Definitely recommended for anyone looking for a reliable accountant.
Translated from DutchVery happy with TaxMate. Really nice people and everything goes really fast. When I have a question, I immediately feel that they listen and that I am being helped.
Translated from DutchThe ease and reliability with which my bookkeeping is done is excellent. I've been a TaxMate client for a year and so far I haven't regretted my decision. I therefore recommend TaxMate to everyone as an accounting partner.
Translated from DutchTaxMate did a very last minute report for me, over Christmas, and they were super helpful and delivered on time, even did some adjustments and followed up.
I needed interim figures for my business at short notice. I called on Wednesday afternoon and had the report by Friday morning. Really professional and fast help. I can recommend TaxMate to everyone!
Translated from DutchNothing but good experiences since I switched, both private and business. Whether you call or email, you get an immediate response. They sort it out right away!
Translated from DutchI have had very good experiences with TaxMate. Wouter helped me well. He is happy to help you with your problems and gives good advice!
Translated from DutchThey are friendly, fast, helpful and very easy to reach. They really take the load off you!
Translated from DutchTaxMate always delivers pleasant, smooth and clear service. Recommended!
Translated from DutchNothing to complain about. Always easy to reach, they take the time to help you and they're very friendly. Everything is kept up to date properly and easily. And if you have questions, they're answered right away.
Translated from DutchFriendly, and they take you along through the process. Even when things are still unclear, they explain them so you understand. Also quick and easy to reach in between.
Translated from DutchHelpful, quick and trustworthy. My tax return and annual statement were ready in no time (once I had supplied the right documents). They saved me a lot of money and were always friendly. In short, I am very satisfied.
Translated from DutchA good digital bookkeeping system, and if you have questions customer service is easy to reach too. Everything else is clear about how to fill in your details.
Translated from DutchTaxMate was always responsive, and completed my financial report for the IND very quickly. Great company
Fast and helpful
Translated from DutchAlways a quick response, and the service at TaxMate is great!
Translated from DutchIt was a pleasant experience for me with TaxMate. All my questions were answered immediately. All my matters were handled professionally and quickly.
Translated from DutchI'm new to managing my own business and they were so helpful with every step of the way, even though I had to communicate in English since I'm not Dutch. Very professional and straight to the point with their services.
Practical way of working. Direct contact when needed. Pleasant communication.
Translated from DutchVery satisfied with the bookkeeping: they know what they are talking about and are easy to reach. I also got good help with a question about how best to correct an error in previously filed annual accounts, so thanks for that!
Translated from DutchThe people at TaxMate help me with everything involving the tax authorities that comes with a sole proprietorship. They can act quickly and are very friendly!
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Translated from DutchFrequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions from graphic designers
That depends on where your client is based and whether it is a business. For a business in another EU country the VAT is usually reverse-charged, and you state that on the invoice. For a business client outside the EU you usually charge no Dutch VAT. Working for private individuals abroad is a different matter. We go through your clients together.
That depends on what you agree with your client: whether you sell the design or grant a licence for a particular use. We look at your agreements and make sure your invoice and your VAT fit. For drafting the contract itself we refer you to a lawyer.
Usually yes, but often not all at once. More expensive equipment is depreciated over a number of years. You may also qualify for the small-scale investment deduction (KIA). We work it out for you before you buy.
Yes, for a few schemes it does. For the self-employed deduction you need to spend at least 1,225 hours a year on your business, and extra conditions apply alongside employment. In the first call we look at how that works out for you.
You pay a fixed monthly price that covers your VAT return, income tax, annual accounts and advice, with no set-up costs and cancellable monthly. Which package suits you is on the pricing page, or you'll hear it in the introductory call.
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