July brings several important regulatory developments that may impact employers and internationally active businesses operating in the Netherlands. Our update provides a practical overview of the key developments across employment, HR, payroll, immigration, tax and customs.

The maximum tax-free travel allowance in the Netherlands has increased from €0.23 to €0.25 per kilometer, as announced by the Dutch Ministry of Finance in May 2026, with retroactive effect from 1 January 2026.

As of 1 May 2026, the Dutch Tax Authorities (Belastingdienst and Dienst Toeslagen) have updated their banking arrangements and transitioned from ING to Rabobank.

The EU Pay Transparency Directive introduces far-reaching obligations for employers across Europe, with the official compliance deadline set for June 7, 2026.