The Netherlands is currently negotiating tax treaties with 12 countries in 2026, has reached agreements with three nations awaiting signature, and is submitting recently signed treaties with Bangladesh, Belgium, and Thailand to Parliament for ratification, according to a letter from the Ministry of Finance to the House of Representatives dated 23 April 2026.  

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The Netherlands Ministry of Finance has issued a letter to the House of Representatives outlining planned and ongoing negotiations on tax treaties in 2026 on 23 April 2026.

A separate government release indicates that the Netherlands is currently negotiating tax treaties with four countries: New Zealand, Nigeria, Peru, and Zimbabwe. Tax treaties provide certainty for individuals and businesses by clarifying which jurisdiction has taxing rights over income and assets. In 2026, the Netherlands is expected to be engaged in negotiations with a total of 12 countries, while talks on seven tax treaties have already been concluded.

In 2026, the Netherlands is negotiating tax treaties with 12 countries: Aruba, Brazil, Ecuador, Mozambique, New Zealand, Nigeria, Uganda, Peru, Portugal, Romania, Suriname, and Zimbabwe, with the possibility of additional negotiations being launched during the year. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (BZ) publishes quarterly updates on countries where treaty discussions are ongoing.

An agreement has been reached with Benin, Spain, and Sweden, with signing dates to be arranged. Tax treaties signed with Bangladesh, Belgium, and Thailand are currently being submitted to the House of Representatives and the Senate, while the treaty with Sint Maarten has already been presented to Parliament. Meanwhile, the amended tax treaty with Germany entered into force on 1 January 2026.