What to do as a start-up with international ambitions?
Internationalisation is important in the growth process of any start-up. The Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) provides information on opportunities on the international market and on the start-up ecosystem in the Netherlands.
Tailor-made knowledge and network
Start-up Officers Network
The Start-up Officers Network consists of commissioners representing Dutch government departments and municipalities. They can help you find the right entry points and discover opportunities for cooperation.
Start-up-liaison
Take a look at the overview below to see what RVO can do for you. Do you have any questions? Then contact our start-up-liaison by phone on (+31) 088 042 42 42.
Financial support
You may be eligible for a financial scheme. There are different schemes for different types of businesses. Read more about them on Starting a business.
Start-up Information Desk
Do you have questions about financial support from the government? Then contact the Chamber of Commerce's Start-up Information Desk.
Collaboration partners
Collaborating with another company can be an opportunity to grow as a start-up. With the English-language test Ready to Team Up, you can check if your start-up is suitable for this, or if there is still work to do.
TechLeap
TechLeap.nl is the source of knowledge for Dutch start-ups looking to go abroad and foreign start-ups looking to expand into the Netherlands. TechLeap.nl is a public-private initiative. All start-up initiatives are represented there, such as StartupAmsterdam, Brainport Eindhoven, Start up Gelderland and Brightlands.
Dutch Base Camp Foundation
Dutch Base Camp Foundation has coaches who think with you and check whether you are ready for the course. Dutch Base Camp is all about sharing practical examples and experiences.
Interesting tech exhibitions
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