Tax office (Belastingdienst)
A letter from the Dutch tax office (Belastingdienst)?
The Belastingdienst writes about assessments (aanslag), payment reminders (aanmaning) and decisions on objections. Read the date and the deadline first: what is in your own letter always takes priority.
What to know
Assessment (aanslag)
It states how much tax you must pay or get back, with a final payment date. If you disagree, you can object (bezwaar).
Objection period: 6 weeks
Counted from the date of the assessment, decision or payment. If your letter says something different, follow your letter.
Cannot pay on time?
You can often pay in instalments: the standard arrangement runs for a maximum of 12 months, with at least € 20 per month. Do not wait for a reminder.
Date in the future?
The tax office sends letters earlier than the date printed on them. Count your deadline from the date on the letter.
Explain my letter
Take a photo of your letter. BriefKlaar tells you in your own language what it says, what to do and by when, and drafts a reply in Dutch.
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to object?
6 weeks from the date of the assessment, decision or payment. If your letter says something different, follow your letter.
Do I have to pay while my objection is pending?
For the part you object to, you get a postponement of payment until a decision is made. Pay the rest on time. Collection interest may apply.
I missed the objection period. What now?
You can still ask for an ex officio reduction (ambtshalve vermindering) and explain why you think the assessment is too high.
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