Dutch residents — including ZZP'ers (freelancers), Amazon KDP authors, YouTube creators, and US property investors — can apply for a US ITIN from the Netherlands without traveling to the United States. You apply using IRS Form W-7 through an IRS-authorized Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA). ITIN Plus assists eligible Dutch applicants for $99 — the lowest price among direct IRS Certified Acceptance Agents globally.
An ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) is a 9-digit tax ID number in the format 9XX-XX-XXXX, issued by the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to individuals who need a US taxpayer identification number for federal tax purposes but are not eligible for a Social Security Number (SSN).
You apply using IRS Form W-7. In most cases, Form W-7 is submitted together with a US federal tax return — unless one of the IRS exceptions applies to your situation.
An ITIN is used for US federal tax purposes only. It does not authorize work in the US and does not affect immigration status.
Dutch residents who have a qualifying US federal tax purpose may need an ITIN. The most common situations include:
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The Netherlands has one of Europe's largest freelance workforces. ZZP'ers — zelfstandigen zonder personeel, meaning self-employed professionals without staff — frequently work with US clients or operate through US-based platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, Stripe, and PayPal.
If you are a ZZP'er with US-source income, you may face a default 30% US tax withholding applied automatically by US payers and platforms. This 30% is not the Dutch tax rate — it is a US IRS withholding applied because the payer doesn't have your US tax ID on file.
With a valid ITIN, Dutch ZZP'ers can:
Common US platforms used by Dutch ZZP'ers include Upwork, Fiverr, Stripe, PayPal, Payoneer, Amazon, AdSense, and TikTok Shop.
The Netherlands and the United States have a comprehensive income tax treaty that allows eligible Dutch residents to reduce or eliminate US withholding tax on certain types of US-source income.
Without an ITIN, the default US withholding rate on most income types is 30%. With a valid ITIN and the correct treaty-claim form (typically Form W-8BEN), Dutch residents can access significantly reduced rates:
| Income Type | Default US Rate | Treaty Rate (Dutch Residents) | ITIN Required? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royalties (Amazon KDP, books, software, IP) | 30% | Reduced rate | ✅ Yes |
| YouTube / AdSense revenue | 30% | Reduced rate | ✅ Yes |
| Dividends (US company stocks) | 30% | 5% or 15% | ✅ Yes |
| Interest | 30% | Reduced or exempt | ✅ Yes |
| Business profits (ZZP / US LLC income) | 30% | Varies | ✅ Yes |
Two of the most common reasons Dutch residents apply for an ITIN are Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) and YouTube / Google AdSense income.
If you publish books on Amazon.com as a Dutch author, Amazon classifies your royalties as US-source income. Without a US tax ID, Amazon automatically withholds 30% of your royalties.
With a valid ITIN and a completed W-8BEN form submitted to Amazon, Dutch authors can claim a reduced withholding rate under the US–Netherlands tax treaty. For many Dutch KDP authors, this brings the withholding down significantly — saving hundreds or thousands of euros per year depending on sales volume.
To reduce Amazon KDP withholding as a Dutch resident:
Dutch YouTube creators earning US AdSense revenue face the same 30% withholding issue. Google requires a US tax ID (ITIN) to apply the US–Netherlands treaty rate on your US-source ad revenue.
Without an ITIN, Google withholds 30% of your earnings from US viewers. With an ITIN and a W-8BEN submitted through AdSense, you can claim the reduced treaty rate on US ad revenue.
If you own or have sold US real estate as a Dutch resident, you may be subject to FIRPTA (Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act) withholding.
Under FIRPTA, when a foreign person sells US real estate, the buyer is required to withhold 15% of the gross sales price and remit it to the IRS. This withholding is separate from your actual tax liability — if the withholding exceeds your real US tax owed, you can file a US tax return and claim a refund.
To file a US tax return and claim a FIRPTA refund, you need an ITIN. ITIN Plus can help Dutch property investors obtain their ITIN for $99.
No — a US LLC is not required for most Dutch applicants.
Unlike Pakistani or Nigerian applicants who most commonly qualify through US LLC ownership, Dutch residents frequently qualify through other routes:
The qualifying reason determines which IRS exception or tax return requirement applies to your Form W-7. ITIN Plus will identify the correct qualifying basis for your situation before you apply.
The IRS requires documents establishing your identity and foreign status. A valid Dutch passport satisfies both in most cases.
For most Dutch applicants applying through ITIN Plus:
No. When you apply through an IRS-authorized Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA) like ITIN Plus, we verify your Dutch passport through a video call. Your original passport stays in the Netherlands — you never mail it to the IRS.
Identify why you need an ITIN — KDP royalties, YouTube income, FIRPTA, US LLC, dividends, or another reason. ITIN Plus confirms your eligibility before you pay anything.
Valid Dutch passport + supporting documents matching your qualifying reason (royalty statements, LLC papers, property docs, etc.).
Complete the online application in about 5 minutes. Upload your documents securely through our portal.
As an IRS Certified Acceptance Agent, ITIN Plus verifies your Dutch passport identity through a secure video call. No US travel. No passport mailing.
Our team prepares your complete application — including Form W-7 and any required tax return or exception documentation — and submits it directly to the IRS.
Once you receive your ITIN (9–11 weeks), submit Form W-8BEN to Amazon, YouTube, or your broker with your ITIN to activate the US–Netherlands treaty rate.
For applicants from the Netherlands, the IRS advises allowing 9–11 weeks during peak filing periods (January–April), and generally 7–9 weeks at other times. Actual processing varies based on IRS workload and application completeness.
Applications take longer when documents are incomplete, supporting evidence doesn't meet IRS standards, or the IRS requests additional information. Submitting a complete, accurate application through an IRS CAA gives you the best chance of smooth processing.
No legitimate ITIN service can guarantee a specific delivery date. Any service promising "your ITIN in 2 weeks" is misleading — the IRS controls all processing timelines.
ITIN Plus charges $99 — the lowest price among direct IRS Certified Acceptance Agents. Here's how ITIN Plus compares to other services Dutch residents commonly use:
| Service | Price | Direct CAA? | 100% Online? |
|---|---|---|---|
| ITIN Plus | $99 | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| ITINSERVICES.com | $160 | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| ein-itin.com | $245 | ❌ Outsourced | ✅ Yes |
| House of Bookkeepers | $297+ | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| TheITIN.com | $348 | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
ITIN Plus is a direct IRS Certified Acceptance Agent. Your application is handled in-house by our own CAA team — not outsourced. Same IRS Certified process as services charging $348, at $99 flat with no hidden fees.
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| ITIN | EIN | |
|---|---|---|
| Issued To | Eligible individuals | Businesses and entities |
| Used For | Individual US federal tax purposes | Business entity tax identification |
| Application Form | IRS Form W-7 | IRS Form SS-4 |
| Required For | US tax returns, treaty claims, W-8BEN | Opening US bank accounts, LLC operations |
If you own a US LLC, your LLC has an EIN and you personally may need an ITIN for your individual US tax return. If you're a Dutch KDP author or YouTube creator applying for treaty benefits — without a US LLC — only the ITIN applies to you.
Yes. An ITIN not used on a US federal tax return for three consecutive tax years automatically expires. If your ITIN has expired, you must renew it by submitting a new Form W-7 before using it on Amazon, YouTube, or any other US platform.
An expired ITIN submitted to Amazon or YouTube will be rejected, reverting your withholding to the default 30% rate until a valid ITIN is on file.
Can I get a US ITIN from the Netherlands?
Yes. Eligible Dutch residents can apply for a US ITIN using IRS Form W-7, through an IRS-authorized Acceptance Agent. You do not need to travel to the United States.
I am a ZZP'er in the Netherlands. Do I need an ITIN?
You may need an ITIN if you earn US-source income — for example, from US clients through Upwork, Fiverr, or Stripe — and have a US federal tax filing obligation or want to claim a US–Netherlands treaty benefit. Owning a US LLC is the most common qualifying route for Dutch ZZP'ers. Contact ITIN Plus to confirm your specific situation.
How do I stop Amazon KDP withholding 30% of my royalties in the Netherlands?
You need an ITIN. Once you have an ITIN, complete Amazon's tax interview and submit Form W-8BEN declaring your Dutch tax residency. Amazon will then apply the reduced US–Netherlands treaty rate on your royalties instead of the default 30% withholding.
How do I reduce YouTube withholding as a Dutch creator?
Google/YouTube requires a US ITIN to apply the US–Netherlands treaty rate on US AdSense revenue. Get your ITIN, then submit the W-8BEN form in your AdSense account. Google will apply the reduced treaty rate on earnings from US viewers going forward.
Do I need a US LLC to get an ITIN from the Netherlands?
No. Dutch residents often qualify for an ITIN through royalty income (Amazon KDP, YouTube), FIRPTA real estate transactions, US dividend income, or other qualifying routes — without a US LLC. A US LLC is one qualifying reason, but not the only one.
Can I get an ITIN without mailing my Dutch passport?
Yes. When you apply through an IRS Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA) like ITIN Plus, we verify your passport through a video call. Your original Dutch passport stays with you — it is never mailed to the IRS.
How much does an ITIN cost from the Netherlands?
ITIN Plus charges $99 — a flat fee with no hidden charges. This is the lowest price among direct IRS Certified Acceptance Agents. Competitors charge $160–$348 for the same service.
How long does an ITIN take from the Netherlands?
The IRS advises allowing 9–11 weeks for applications submitted from overseas or during peak filing season (January–April). Processing can vary. No service can guarantee a specific date — the IRS controls all timelines.
What is FIRPTA and do I need an ITIN for it?
FIRPTA (Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act) requires buyers of US real estate from foreign sellers to withhold 15% of the gross sales price. If you sold US property and had FIRPTA withheld, you need an ITIN to file a US tax return and potentially claim a refund if the withholding exceeds your actual US tax liability.
What is Form W-8BEN and when do I need it?
Form W-8BEN is an IRS form you submit to US payers (Amazon, Google, brokers) to certify your foreign tax status and claim a reduced withholding rate under a tax treaty. To complete W-8BEN as a Dutch resident and activate your treaty benefit, you need an ITIN. The ITIN alone does not reduce withholding — you must also submit W-8BEN.
Does an ITIN give me a US bank account or Stripe access?
No. An ITIN is a US tax identification number only. US banks and payment platforms like Stripe have their own eligibility requirements separate from ITIN. Having an ITIN may help satisfy a tax ID requirement on certain platforms, but it does not automatically open a bank account or guarantee platform approval.
Is ITIN Plus an IRS Certified Acceptance Agent?
Yes. ITIN Plus operates as a direct IRS Certified Acceptance Agent (CAA). We process your application in-house — not outsourced to a third party.
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